 Lake Ashton Community Development District (CDD) is soliciting proposals to operate a casual restaurant/sports bar at the CDD’s Clubhouse in Lake Wales, Florida.
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 Florida Blue, the state’s Blue Cross and Blue Shield plan, has named health care veteran Tanya Hill Easterling as its next market president for Central Florida.
The City of Winter Haven honors the life and legacy of educator and mentor Johnny Bernard Neal, Jr.2/9/2026  Johnny Bernard Neal, Jr. is honored for his lasting impact as an educator, mentor, and band director whose dedication shaped generations of students in Winter Haven.
 The Polk State College District Board of Trustees voted on Thursday to appoint Anne B. Kerr, President Emerita of Florida Southern College, as the interim President of Polk State.
 Join us February 22, 2026 for our annual gala! This event has raised over $2.8 million for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital!
 Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, responsible for roughly 1 in 5 deaths each year, according to national health data.
 Team members, hospital leadership and representatives from the construction firms involved in the expansion of Bartow Regional Medical Center assembled to celebrate the building’s “topping out.”
 In recent months, I’ve had many conversations with residents, business owners, and civic groups about local government finances—especially the piece property taxes in supporting them.
The Florida SBDC Network, the state’s principal provider of business assistance, has opened registration and call for presentations for the 2026 Small Business Success Summit, which will be held August 17-18 at the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor.
City of Winter Haven Announces Mandatory Grant & Aid Training Sessions for 2026 Applicants1/27/2026  The City of Winter Haven has announced the schedule for its mandatory Grant & Aid training sessions for organizations planning to apply for funding in 2026.
 As a powerful winter storm barrels across the country, Tampa Electric is sending nearly 200 people to help restore power in Georgia and other southern states expected to be hit hard by ice, freezing rain and snowfall.
 As a business owner, Polk State College graduate Clay Canning has had incredible success in reaching new audiences. His next audience will be national television.
 Your health is personal — and having a trusted relationship with your doctor can make all the difference. When you and your doctor work together, you’re more likely to get the right care at the right time, stay on top of your health goals, and feel confident making decisions about your well-being.
 Lake Alfred will take the global stage on February 21, 2026, as the city hosts TEDxLakeAlfred, an independently organized TEDx event designed to spark conversation, inspire connection, and elevate ideas worth spreading—right here in the heart of Central Florida.
Junior Achievement is breaking ground on the Barnett Discovery Center in Polk County, it will be located next door to Tenoroc. The center will provide students from public, private, and homeschool settings with hands-on, real-world experiences focused on financial literacy.
Polk County Public Schools, in conjunction with the Florida Association of District School Superintendents (FADSS), is pleased to announce the launch of Florida’s Future: Powered by Public Schools Communications Initiative.
We’re in the graduation business … and business is booming! Polk County’s graduation rate increased to 87.7% in 2025, up 5.5% percent the year before.
As part of its ongoing commitment to members with cancer and their families, Florida Blue, the state's leading health insurer, has launched a new care navigation program. The program guides patients throughout the cancer journey, providing a better experience that connects them to the care and support they need. A pilot study showed a successful 40% reduction in hospital and ER visits for participating patients.
 Get ready for an unforgettable night of music, nostalgia, and friendly competition at Battle of the Decades, a high-energy dueling piano show celebrating the biggest hits from the 1960s through today on March 4, 2026.
 CFRE International is proud to announce Dr. Angela Garcia Falconetti, President of Polk State College, has recertified as a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE). Falconetti is one of over 7,700 professionals around the world who hold the CFRE designation. She has held the CFRE certification since 2016.
Harrison School for the Arts Visual Art Exhibit and Creative Writing Event - January 13, 20261/5/2026 Harrison School for the Arts is proud to present the Creative Writing Event on Tuesday, January 13 at 7:00 p.m. in the black box theatre.
For more than a century, Tampa Electric has played a central role in supporting the growth and prosperity of West Central Florida. Today, we provide 99.98% service reliability to approximately 860,000 customers across Hillsborough County and parts of Pasco, Pinellas and Polk counties.
Polk Education Foundation Receives $260,000 in Matching Funds to Increase Student Success12/17/2025 The Consortium of Florida Education Foundations (Consortium) recently awarded Polk Education Foundation $260,845 in matching funds through the School District Education Foundation Matching Grant Program.
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