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Polk County faces major teacher shortage ahead of first day of school
[ad_1] AUBURNDALE, Fla. — Polk County Public Schools is in need of more teachers less than a week before the first day of school.…
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Haines City water limits puts data center plan on hold
[ad_1] HAINES CITY, Fla. — A potential data center in Haines City remains on hold because of the city’s limited water capacity. Deputy City…
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Lake Wales secures state approval for open-container district
[ad_1] LAKE WALES, Fla. — People will soon be able to grab a drink to go in downtown Lake Wales. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis…
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Lakeland takes steps toward moratorium on hyperscale data centers
[ad_1] LAKELAND, Fla. — Lakeland city leaders are taking steps toward a one-year pause on future hyperscale data centers. City officials agreed Friday to…
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Planned Parenthood Lakeland location to close, sparking concerns for some
[ad_1] LAKELAND, Fla. — Some people are concerned as Polk County’s only Planned Parenthood clinic plans to permanently close. The organization recently announced that…
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Polk County urges public to follow burn ban amid brush fire uptick
[ad_1] BARTOW, Fla. — Polk County leaders are urging the public to follow its countywide burn ban after experiencing a recent uptick in brush fires. …
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Polk County limits number of speakers for general public comment
[ad_1] POLK COUNTY, Fla. — New changes are coming to Polk County commission meetings. What You Need To Know Polk County commissioners voted unanimously to…
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Florida Polytechnic celebrates opening of new Esports arena
[ad_1] LAKELAND, Fla. — Florida Polytechnic University is taking competitive video gaming a step further. On Friday, the university celebrated the opening of its new Esports…
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Fort Meade residents work to block potential data center
[ad_1] FORT MEADE, Fla. — Polk County residents are working to block a potential data center from coming to Fort Meade. What You Need To…
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Lakeland youth step team helps preserve cultural tradition
[ad_1] LAKELAND, Fla. — You may have seen it — the perfectly timed stomps, the chants and hand claps. What You Need To Know A…
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Polk County landscaper advises residents on new watering schedule
[ad_1] POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Polk County Utilities is one of the latest utilities working to preserve water across the Tampa Bay area. What You…
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Polk County program opens doors to diversity in public safety careers
[ad_1] BARTOW, Fla. — A program in Polk County is continuing to drive diversity in public safety. The Proactive Diversity Recruitment and Training Program, which started…
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Local non-profit helps protect homeless population amid cold front
[ad_1] LAKELAND, Fla. — As colder temperatures roll into the region this weekend, one organization is working to protect Polk County’s most vulnerable residents. What…
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Polk County eases strict alcohol restrictions
[ad_1] POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Polk County leaders are easing alcohol restrictions across the area. For years, the county was known for having some of…
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Lake Seward basin soon to receive permanent pipeline following Milton
[ad_1] POLK COUNTY, Fla. — More than a year after Hurricane Milton, work will soon begin to help prevent future flooding near the Lake Seward…
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New Polk County play café welcomes children of all abilities
[ad_1] AUBURNDALE, Fla. — For families of children on the autism spectrum, a trip to the playground can sometimes feel overwhelming. What You Need To…
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Lakeland recovery home looking to expand to serve more residents
[ad_1] LAKELAND, Fla. — One recovery home is looking to expand its services to help both its residents and the community. What You Need…
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Lakeland’s new mayor Sara Roberts McCarley settles into first week
[ad_1] LAKELAND, Fla. — Just over a week into her term, Lakeland’s new mayor is hitting the ground running. What You Need To Know Sara…
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Lakeland Regional, Tampa General to bring more cancer care to Polk County
[ad_1] LAKELAND, Fla. — Two major hospitals are preparing to expand cancer treatment options as Polk County continues to see rapid growth. What You Need…
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Planning board blocks Talbot House plan to relocate
[ad_1] LAKELAND, Fla. — Talbot House Ministries may soon need to find a new location for its proposed homeless shelter and social services campus. What…