Two men got stuck in sand while trying to steal, end up getting stuck...
Deputies from the Polk County Sheriff's Office were aided by sand when it came to the arrest of two men Tuesday evening, October 8,...
Road Closures are scheduled for Friday, October 18th
Main Street Winter Haven Oktoberfest
Temporary Closures will begin at 3pm and will be reopened by 10pm the same day.
Road Closures and other traffic patterns...
SEU Fire FInish Strong At Sand Shark Invitational
After a trying week, the Fire posted a solid return to competition. Southeastern University cross country teams finished strong at the University of South...
Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrests 157 during five-day human trafficking enforcement operation “Operation Autumn...
Three additional suspects arrested for traveling to have sex with minorsFour human trafficking victims identified and offered services
A zip file with the suspects' mugshots,...
Traffic Signal Reminders from Lakeland Police Department
TRAFFIC SIGNAL BLACKOUT—If all traffic signal lights are not working, treat the intersection as a four-way stop and observe the right-of-way rules.
FLASHING RED—A flashing...
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control seeking owners of pets found during Hurricane Milton
The Polk County Sheriff's Office Animal Control division is searching for the owners of 44 dogs and 32 cats found during Hurricane Milton last week....
#29 Mocs Take Fifth at UAH Chargers Invitational
The 29th-ranked Florida Southern College men's cross country team returned to action for the first time in just over a month as the Moccasins...
Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrests two burglars in the wake of Hurricane Milton
The Polk County Sheriff's Office arrested two suspects on October 10, 2024 for burglarizing a vacant home in Lake Wales in the aftermath of...
Lakeland man with late-stage Alzheimer’s found dead after wandering away after Hurricane Milton
Deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office located the body of a missing Lakeland man Friday morning, October 11, 2024, after he wandered away...
Venue 1890 Celebrates Ribbon Cutting In Winter Haven
Venue 1890 is the newest Winter Haven venue space for your special occasions. Their space is perfect for intimate bridal showers & micro weddings,...
