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.

NEWS

Reclaimed Water Main Repair Closes Northbound Lane on U.S. Highway 27

Bartow, Fla. (Feb. 6, 2026) — A portion of a turn lane on northbound U.S. Highway 27 will be closed beginning at 7 a.m. on Monday,…

Precautionary Boil Water Notice Discontinued for Lake James and Harrison Place Subdivisions

Bartow, Fla. (Feb. 5, 2026) — Polk County Utilities is discontinuing the precautionary boil water notice issued on Feb. 3 for customers in the Lake…

Kathleen Community Meeting to Discuss Future North Lakeland Government Center

Bartow, Fla. (Feb. 5, 2026) — Polk County Commissioner Michael Scott will host a community meeting to discuss the future North Lakeland Government Center from…

Polk County Utilities Enforces Once-Per-Week Watering Schedule

Bartow, Fla. (Feb. 4, 2026) — Polk County Utilities customers will be required to follow a once-per-week watering schedule beginning Sunday, Feb. 8, to comply with…

Portion of Country Club Road South Scheduled to Close Feb. 9

Bartow, Fla. (Feb. 4, 2026) – A portion of Country Club Road South will be closed at 7 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 9, for roadway reconstruction.…

Old Bartow Eagle Lake Road Closure Postponed Until Further Notice

Bartow, Fla. (Feb. 4, 2026) – The Old Bartow Eagle Lake Road roadway closure scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. on Feb. 4 in Bartow has…

Polk County Celebrates its 165th Anniversary

Bartow, Fla. (Feb. 3, 2026) – The Polk County Board of County Commissioners and county leaders celebrated Polk County’s 165th anniversary on Tuesday, Feb. 3 following…

Polk County Run Campgrounds Transition to Cashless Payment in March

Bartow, Fla. (Feb. 3, 2026) – Cash payments will no longer be accepted at campgrounds maintained by the Polk County Parks and Natural Resources Division beginning…

Lakeland Residents Near Banana Road Under Precautionary Boil Water Notice

Bartow, Fla. (Feb. 3, 2026) — A precautionary boil water notice is being issued for Polk County Utilities customers in the Lake James and Harrison…

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Fire Prevention Week

This week marks the 100th annual Fire Prevention Week in the U.S. The nationally observed week commemorates the Great Chicago Fire, which happened Oct. 8-10,…

Solving Family Mysteries at the Polk County History Center

Uncover Your Family Roots at the Polk County History Center October is Family History Month. However, the Polk County History Center’s Historical and Genealogical Library works…

Producing Safe Water for Polk County

Sept. 18 is World Water Monitoring Day, but for Polk County Utilities, every day is a water monitoring day. Operators test samples from multiple points…

Understanding Polk County Government’s Mosquito Control Services

Some of the features that make Polk County an incredible place to live— beautiful lakes, vast wetlands and a warm climate— are the same that…

Hurricane Milton Recovery Resources in Polk

As Polk County embarks on recovering from Hurricane Milton, Polk County Emergency Management is working to connect residents to resources. Below you will find the…

Preservation’s Place in Florida’s Fastest Growing County

Polk County is very fortunate to be home to so many historic attractions and monuments, from the beautiful Bok Tower Gardens to several historic districts…

Save Money on Your Water Bill by Saving Water on Your Lawn

If your New Year’s resolution is to save money and lower your water bill, your lawn might be a great place to start. In Polk…

Community Kindness and Renewed Hope After the Ashes

Betty Frey, 85, faced a devastating loss on Jan. 15, 2024, when a fire in Polk County consumed almost everything she owned, including her beloved…

Where to Celebrate Holiday Events In Polk County, Florida

Looking for festive fun events this holiday season? Polk County has you covered! Whether you’re a long-time resident or visiting Polk for the first time,…

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