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Lakeland Gazette

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Sheriff Grady Judd & Polk County Animal Control Debate

In simple terms, when you comment on a government post, your comment should relate to the subject of that post. Some government officials have used “off-topic” comments as a reason to remove or restrict public participation. Well, Sheriff Grady Judd has just opened the door for us to...

Polk County, FL · 3d
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FOX 13 Tampa Bay

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Potential expansion of data centers in Florida

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Gary Smith

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Polk County, FL, Restaurants with the Most Health Violations in October 2026

A Davenport sushi spot topped Polk County’s October 2026 inspection list with 23 violations, and four restaurants were temporarily closed. State records showed that the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation inspected 283 restaurants in Polk County in the last 30 days. Of those, 237 passed on the first visit. The other 46 did not meet standards at first, and some needed follow-up inspections before they could keep serving food.

Polk County, FL · 1d
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The Center Square

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Fishback calls on Donalds to oppose Auburndale data center

Former Republican candidate and investment firm CEO James Fishback called on Gov.-elect Byron Donalds Thursday to oppose a proposed data center in Polk County. In a letter, Fishback asked Donalds to tell the Auburndale City Commission that he opposes the data center, known as the Auburndale Technology Center, and to commit to using his full statutory and regulatory authority to stop it once he becomes governor. The letter came after recent comments from Donalds in which he said local communities will have the final say on data center development in their areas. City officials are moving forward with the plans despite pushback from hundreds of residents. Over 500 residents attended a public workshop this week to oppose the data center development, Fishback said. “Residents are concerned because at full build-out the data center would consume as much electricity as up to 500,000 homes, in a city of just 22,000 people,” Fishback wrote. “They are also concerned about how close it would sit to their homes and schools. Within one mile of the site there are more than 100 homes, along with Berkley Charter School and Berkley Accelerated Middle School, which together serve ~1,300 students. Noise from the data center’s 24/7

Auburndale, FL · 1d

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Florida Strawberry Festival reveals 2027 concert schedule

PLANT CITY, Fla. - Generational music icons and modern chart-toppers will share the stage next spring as the Florida Strawberry Festival unveils its headline entertainment lineup for March 4-14, 2027, in Plant City. Florida Strawberry Festival concert lineup. What we know:. Organizers announced the complete schedule of artists performing on...

Plant City, FL · 1d

Lakeland Gazette

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Free Thanksgiving Turkeys: Locations and Times for the Polk Sheriff’s Giveaway

Polk Sheriff’s Charities, Inc., a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charitable organization, is sponsoring a free turkey giveaway Saturday, November 21, 2026, at three Polk County locations (see below). “For the 9th year in a row, we are blessed to be able to provide turkeys to our citizens, thanks to the generous...

Polk County, FL · 5d

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Half-Pound Burgers And Smoked Brisket Keep Hungry Drivers Coming Back To This Lakeland BBQ Dive

A half-pound beef patty topped with smoked brisket sounds like a dare. At one small roadside spot in Florida, it’s simply lunch. The kitchen opens at 7 AM, and breakfast runs all day. That means a brisket omelette is fair game at noon, and a smoked meat burger is fair game at sunrise. I like a menu that refuses to watch the clock.

Lakeland, FL · 5d

The Citrus Tea News

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Things to Do This Weekend in Polk County: Honey Bees, Motorcycles & Tractors – Nov. 13 to 15

Things to do in Polk County Nov. 13 to 15: Bartow's 35th Honey Bee Craft Fair, antique tractors in Fort Meade, The Longest Table in Lakeland and six markets. The post Things to Do This Weekend in Polk County: Honey Bees, Motorcycles & Tractors – Nov. 13 to 15 first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Becky McLachlan . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Polk County, FL · 1d

Tampa Bay 28

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Fort Meade mayor faces audit over travel expenses

Fort Meade Mayor Jaret Landon Williams is facing an internal audit after charging $948 to a city credit card for a separate trip to Virginia to tour data center facilities.

Fort Meade, FL · 23h

WFLA

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Polk County farm among 3 permanently protected from future development

Nearly 830 acres of working Florida agricultural land in Polk County and two other counties have been permanently protected.

Polk County, FL · 2d

The Ledger

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Live scoreboard: Keep up with Polk County high school football playoff games

After a week off while the brackets were being worked out, nine Polk County teams made the playoffs. While there is a lot of focus on the Lakeland-St. Thomas Aquinas matchup, Lakeland, win or lose, will play next week. The other eight teams are in a win-or-go home situation. Haines City, Lake Gibson, Bartow, Lake Wales, Tenoroc, Lakeland Christian, Victory Christian and Santa Fe Catholic are in action in traditional regional quartrfinal games. Lake Wales, Lakeland Christian and Santa Fe Catholic are the only higher-seeded teams and will host a first-round game. Haines City is a No. 8 seed but will host by virtue of being a district champion. No. 1 seed Sarasota Riverview finished behind Venice in its district, but Venice is a district champion. To stay up with all the result for the nine Polk County teams playing tonight, keep checking back here throughout the night. .oembed-frame { width: 100%; height: 100%; margin: 0; border: 0; } This article originally appeared on The Ledger: Live scoreboard: Keep up with Polk County high school football playoff games

Polk County, FL · 1d

Lakeland Gazette

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Country-Rock Pioneer and Polk County Native Jon Corneal Dead at 80

Jon Corneal, the pioneering drummer and Polk County native widely regarded as a foundational architect of the country-rock sound, has passed away at 80. Born and raised in Auburndale, Florida, Corneal played an indispensable role in fusing traditional country rhythms with the driving energy of rock and roll. Key Contributions...

Polk County, FL · 3d

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Painting across Lakeland

Blank walls across Downtown Lakeland are turning into colorful masterpieces as the new Color Wave Walls mural festival brings nearly a dozen artists from across the country and around the world to transform the Swan City into an open-air art gallery. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.

Lakeland, FL · 2d

High School On SI

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Lakeland vs. St. Thomas Aquinas: Florida Open Division Football Playoff Preview

Lakeland visits St. Thomas Aquinas on Nov. 13 to open Florida’s Open Division playoffs. Key players, matchup analysis and kickoff information.

Fort Lauderdale, FL · 3d

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Polk County Public Schools Announces 2026-27 Teacher and School-Related Employee of the Year

​Polk County Public Schools is proud to announce our Teacher and School-Related Employee of the Year!. Elvin Hanna Jr., a music teacher and band director at Fort Meade Middle-Senior High, is the 2026-27 Polk County Teacher of the Year. Barbara Aourik, a paraeducator at Dundee Elementary Academy, is the district’s...

Polk County, FL · 3d

The Ledger

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Where to order Thanksgiving pies and more in Polk County for 2026

Thanksgiving is quickly approaching, so let's not forget dessert. If you're hosting Thanksgiving dinner, preparing the menu and list of ingredients can be exhausting. It's alright to call in a favor, or order a premade pie from one of the many local bakeries in Polk County. A wonderful pre-made pie is often a welcome additional to a host's dessert table. Who objects to having more pie? Here's a list of bakeries across Polk who are taking pre-orders for Thanksgiving pies and other sweet desserts to make sure there's something to satisfy everyone gathered around your table. Born + Bread Bakehouse Born + Bread Bakehouse , in Lakeland's Dixieland area, is sure to impress your guests with 10-inch classic pies and masterpiece cheesecakes. This year's holiday pre-order offerings include: brown butter apple pie, maple pecan pie, pumpkin pie and a tart cherry pie. Pick your stye of cheesecake, whether it's whole burnt Basque cheesecake in vanilla bean or pumpkin pie spice. Address: 1113 S. Florida Ave., Lakeland Cost: Pies start at $37, cheesecakes are $72 Website: www.bornandbreadbakehouse.com/holidaypie Contact: 863-450-4513 Gourmet Goodies Bake Shop This Winter Haven bakery has a selection of Thanksgiving Day desserts that goes far beyond traditional pies. This

Polk County, FL · 1d

Lakeland Gazette

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Polk County Considers Closing Crystal Lake Middle School

Polk County Public Schools (PCPS) is actively considering closing Crystal Lake Middle School in Lakeland and rezoning its students as part of a broader Central Region rezoning and facility evaluation process. Following a town hall meeting hosted at the school on November 10, 2026, here is an overview of the...

Polk County, FL · 2d

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Polk County Seeks Public Input on Possible I-4 High-Speed Rail Station Location

The Polk Transportation Planning Organization has opened an online survey. It wants public feedback on a possible high-speed passenger rail station along the I-4 corridor. The survey stays open until Nov. 20. Responses will help planners evaluate potential station locations, amenities, and travel needs. Residents can join in through the...

Polk County, FL · 2d