Info, Events & Things To Do in Polk County

WELCOME TO POLK COUNTY

Polk County is in a unique and enviable position – located between the Orlando and Tampa metro regions along the I-4 corridor, Polk is a blend of rapidly urbanizing growing communities in the northern section. Yet south of State Road 60, which crosses through the midsection of the county, you will find miles of rural ranch and scrub land, left unscathed by development. In Polk, you will find the ideal combination of access, affordability and untapped opportunity for visitors, residents and prospective businesses. Polk is the connecting force between people, places and potential…the crossroads of opportunity. Visit Polk County, Florida. It is truly a great place to visit and live.

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County, school board focus on coordinated planning for student growth

Bartow, Fla. (Oct. 29, 2026) — Polk County commissioners and Polk County School Board members discussed school planning, student growth, portable classroom reduction and workforce…

Polk County Celebrates 100 Years of Providing Health Care Access to Residents in Need

BARTOW, Fla. (Oct. 21, 2026) — Polk County is marking 100 years of providing access to health care for low-income residents, a commitment that has…

Polk County Commissioners End Comments on Official County Government Social Media Pages

Bartow, Fla. (Oct. 20, 2026) – Polk County Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted to turn off comments on the county government’s official social media…

Sheffield Road to Reopen Ahead of Schedule as Next Phase of Construction Begins

Bartow, Fla. (Oct. 15, 2026) – The currently closed section of Sheffield Road immediately west of the Spirit Lake Road intersection in Winter Haven is…

Portions of Boy Scout Road and Barney Keen Road in Lake Wales Closing Oct. 19 for Underground Steel Pipe Installation Work

Bartow, Fla. (Oct. 15, 2026) – Portions of Boy Scout Road and Barney Keen Road in Lake Wales are scheduled to close at 7 a.m.…

Third Street Southeast in Highland City Will Remain Closed Until Oct. 23 Due to Inclement Weather Delays

Bartow, Fla. (Oct. 15, 2026) – Third Street Southeast in Highland City will remain closed until 7 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 23 for continued roadway…

Polk County Board of County Commissioners Agenda Review Oct. 16, 2026

Bartow, Fla. (Oct. 14, 2026) – The Polk County Board of County Commissioners will have its Agenda Review meeting at 9 a.m. on Friday, Oct.…

Precautionary Boil Water Notice Discontinued for Davenport Residents in Heritage Green at Providence

Bartow, Fla. (Oct. 13, 2026) — Polk County Utilities has discontinued the precautionary boil water notice issued on Oct. 10 for customers in Heritage Green…

A Portion of Wilder Road is Scheduled to Close on Oct. 13 for Roadway Widening and Resurfacing Work

Bartow, Fla. (Oct. 12, 2026) – A section of Wilder Road in Lakeland is scheduled to close at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 13 for…

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Dead Batteries, Live Dangers: What You Need to Know

Batteries give life to everything from TV remotes and smoke detectors to smartphones and power tools. But when they run out of juice, tossing them…

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage in Polk County, Florida

National Hispanic Heritage Month is observed from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15. The monthlong celebration recognizes the histories, cultures and contributions of people with roots…

Land Management Through Prescribed Fire

It might seem strange to have a fire rescue division that puts out fires and another that starts them. The Polk County Parks and Natural…

Celebrating Parks and Recreation Month

July is Parks and Recreation month and we’re celebrating the people, places and programs that make Polk County Parks and Recreation special. Every day, Polk…

Introducing: The Water “Buddy”

Each weekday, Buddy Gary makes his rounds throughout Polk County Utilities’ (PCU) Northwest service area. He stops at each water production plant, checking to see…

2026 Florida Hurricane Season is Here: Don’t Wait to Prepare

The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season officially began on June 1 and will continue through Nov. 30. Whether you’re a lifelong Floridian or experiencing your first…

New SHIP Funding Expands Housing Support for Polk County Residents

Bartow, Fla. (May 26, 2026) – Polk County residents will have access to new housing assistance opportunities beginning this summer. Polk County Housing and Neighborhood…

Water Safety Tips for Enjoying Polk County’s Lakes and Waterways

One of the perks of living in Polk County, Florida, is being close to the water year-round. While the coast is a bit of a…

Five Historic Places on the National Register of Historic Places in Polk County, Florida

Every community has places that shape its story. The historic county courthouse was once the heart of government. The hill where generations of children have…

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