Ana Maria Ruiz Perea of Winter Haven High became the first Polk County student elected as governor at the annual Girls State ...

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POLK COUNTY, Fla. - A Winter Haven couple was arrested late Thursday night for retail theft and related charges following an ...

Eleven municipalities in Polk County hold elections in April. If you're thinking about running, here's what you need to know.

The Florida Legislature allocated $16.2 million in 2021 for the renovation of Polk State's Winter Haven Fine Arts Building, ...

Otis Birdsong was a consensus college All-American at the University of Houston and an NBA All-Star during his 12-year pro ...

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HAVEN, Fla. - An 18-year-old Winter Haven man has been arrested and charged in connection with the shooting death of a ...

Haven, Fla., officials broke ground on the new Winter Haven Recreation and Cultural Center, a modern $21 million facility ...

The 37,000-square-foot center will include a double gymnasium, fitness center, activities room, library and business support ...

The city's tapas and flamenco bring a touch of warmth to any winter visit. If you're planning a trip to this stunning city, Barrio Santa Cruz is an excellent starting point, reports the Express.