The Lake Wales Police Department has arrested Eloina Rodriguez for Driving Under The Influence after a crash on Burns Avenue Friday evening. Photo courtesy of T Brewer According to reports the crash ...

STATE OF FLORIDA – As the Sunshine State’s population continues to grow, roads and communities are becoming increasingly crowded. As land is cleared to accommodate that growth, Florida’s wildlife is ...

Polk County Sheriff’s Office officials say they have terminated their long-standing healthcare services agreement with YesCare after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy earlier this month.

Three days. Two stages. Nearly 25 local bands and musicians. That was the outcome of this year’s Rockin’ on the Chain, the annual fundraiser benefitting Autism and other special needs. For one full ...

The Polk County History Center is inviting the community to take part in a free architectural tour highlighting the historic features of the landmark building. Hosted by the History Center’s education ...

Editors Note: We thank commissioner Braswell for allowing us to use this crucial information and provide it to our readers. Senate Bill 180, signed into law on June 26, 2025, is a sweeping emergency ...

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 — The Polk State College Presidential Search Committee convened its finalmeeting on Tuesday, May 12, and announced the selection of Anastasios “Stasi” Kamoutsas as ...

Eagle Lake — Polk County, Florida Daily Ridge provides local news coverage for Eagle Lake, Florida, reporting on community updates, city announcements, public safety, schools, local events, and issues ...

The Culpepper’s Cardiac Foundation placed AED #93 at the Women’s Care Center of Bartow on April 30, thanks to a “pay it forward” donation from Bartow American Legion Post 3. The AED placement is part ...

Orlando Health team members, Polk County officials and community members celebrated a major milestone during a Topping Out Ceremony held at the Orlando Health Lakeland Highlands Hospital construction ...

A pilot escaped injury Friday evening after a small aircraft crashed west of Mulberry following reported engine trouble shortly after takeoff. According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, deputies ...