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ATTENTION BURN BAN for unincorporated Polk County, Auburndale, Bartow, Davenport, Dundee, Fort Meade, Frostproof, Haines City, Lake Alfred, Lake Wales Lakeland and Winter Haven until further notice. Learn more.

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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Free Health Screenings and Polk HealthCare Plan Enrollment February 2026


Feb 3, 2026 - Feb 28, 2026

Feb 3, 2026 - Feb 28, 2026

Free Health Screenings and Polk HealthCare Plan Enrollment February 2026

February 17, 2026

February 17, 2026

Kathleen Community Meeting to Discuss Future North Lakeland Government Center

February 21, 2026

February 21, 2026

Polk County History Center Architectural Tour – February 2026

February 28, 2026

February 28, 2026

Genealogy Speaker Series February 2026: Newspapers and Genealogy

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