As historic winter storm races across North Florida, what's in store for Polk County?
This has been the coldest start to January in a decade for Polk County, the NWS says. Here's what to expect as a historic winter storm invades Florida.
Florida's snowfall record smashed as historic storm blasts Gulf Coast
A historic winter snowstorm has reached the Gulf Coast, smothering the region in Arctic air and dropping record-breaking amounts of snow on northern Florida.
Florida snow looks otherworldly. See the wildest photos on social media from the winter storm
In the wake of this rare snowfall, it's transformed the Sunshine State into an otherworldly winter wonderland, and social media is buzzing with stunning photos of icy beaches, sno
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issues snow, ice warnings ahead of historic winter storm
"The roads could become hazardous beginning this afternoon. There’s going to be ice, there’s going to be snow..."
State of Emergency continues as Florida receives record-breaking snowfall
Ron DeSantis placed the emergency order into effect this week. The National Weather Service has confirmed this was a record-setting storm. The NWS said Milton, Florida, received 9.8 inches of snow. The old snowfall record was 4 inches in Milton in 1954.
Live Florida winter storm updates: Snow, ice, forecasts, impacts and more
A cold and raw wind-driven rain will impact most of the region, with Marion, Alachua, and northern Flagler counties seeing icy conditions overnight into Wednesday morning.
Former substitute teacher arrested in Polk County for inappropriate relationship with student
A former Polk County substitute teacher was arrested Wednesday after having an inappropriate relationship with a student.
Former Florida substitute teacher accused of sending sexual messages to 16-year-old
According to the sheriff's office, the man had been messaging the teen for about a year before the investigation began.
‘More fun to groom’: Florida teacher exchanged lewd texts and sent nudes to underage student, police say
A former substitute teacher from Florida was arrested after he allegedly carried on an inappropriate relationship with a teenage student.
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Florida man arrested after lurking at children's bus stop: deputies
POLK COUNTY, Fla. - Deputies said they arrested a Florida man Friday after he was caught creeping at a children's bus stop.
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Former substitute teacher accused of sending inappropriate messages to Polk County student
Earlier this month, a 16-year-old female student reported to her mother that she received sexually charged messages and pictures from her former substitute teacher, ...
Top 2028 Polk County running back transferring to IMG Academy
It has been a busy last several days for IMG Academy as they opened up its national head coaching position after the resignation of former head coach Billy Miller, who is rumored to be heading to ...
Florida sheriff encourages illegal aliens to self-deport ahead of Trump inauguration: 'Southbound and down'
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd was joined by several local and state officials, including Gov. Ron DeSantis, at a Wednesday ...
Florida sex offender loitered near children at school bus stop, deputies say
Jonathan Louis, 37, reportedly failed to notify his parole officer where he would reside after his release from jail in Lake ...
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Florida man arrested after allegedly engaging in sexual acts with horse: police
POLK COUNTY, Fla. - A Florida man has been arrested after police said he allegedly engaged in sexual acts with a horse. The ...
What Polk County schools had the highest and lowest graduation rates? State report shows wide gap
The four lowest-ranked traditional schools had huge drops in their grad rates following the COVID-affected year of 2020-21.
Florida sheriffs make the case for DeSantis border security plan
Florida sheriffs are advocating for Gov. Ron DeSantis’ border security plan, arguing it's necessary to support President ...
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Winter Haven Man Chills Out In Polk County Jail After Iced Outrage At Dundee Gas Station
POLK COUNTY, Fla. - A Winter Haven man found himself in hot water with the law after an icy outburst at a Dundee gas station Wednesday evening. The Polk County Sheriff's Office arrested 42-year-old ...