The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a motorcycle fatality that occurred on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The deceased motorcyclist has been positively identified as 26-year-old Kyle Cole ...

Stress and parenting go hand in hand, but during the holiday season, many parents find their stress levels rising to new heights. Between coordinating schedules, shopping, traveling and managing ...

Polk County residents are now under Phase One Water Shortage Restrictions after the Southwest Florida Water Management District issued a districtwide water shortage order that took effect December ...

The City of Frostproof is inviting families to keep the holiday spirit going with a festive celebration immediately following the Frostproof Christmas Parade on Satur 6. The annual Holly Jolly ...

November of 1877, the publication Scientific American enthuses about Thomas Edison's new invention: the phonograph, a way to record and play back sound. Calling it a "wonderful invention," the article ...

The following is an article from history.com “The Grand Ole Opry, one of the longest-lived and most popular showcases for western music, begins broadcasting live from Nashville, Tennessee on 1925. The ...

Polk County Teachers Urge Approval of Property Tax Increase Voter Referendum to Fund Schools by James Coulter Nearly a dozen educators urged county commissioners to approve a property tax increase ...

Winter Haven, Florida – Allegations continue to mount over Polk State College’s controversial $125,000 request to the Polk State College Foundation, with new documents and board communications raising ...

Welcome, World Travelers! Take A Look At Disney's Newest Cruise Ship: The Disney Destiny by James Coulter The Disney Destiny set sail on its maiden voyage on Nov. 20., 2025, after being christened on ...

A 67-year-old man, John Power, and his daughter, Rachel Frueh, are facing serious charges after a violent confrontation at an Auburndale home on October 25. Their granddaughter and daughter, Cheyenne ...

What I'm Thankful For by James Coulter The following is a transcript of a recent podcast minisode of the Chattin on the Ridge podcast. Listen to the podcast on Acast: Thanksgiving is right around the ...

Cheering at NASCAR races is usually left to the fans in the stands, but this year, the Glamorous All Stars Cheer and Dance team will take center stage at the 2025 Daytona 500, highlighting how an ...