Jamie Fitzgerald, who has served in the position since 2007, oversees five county departments including the election office.

Polk County schools are open Monday, but will shut down Tuesday for three days. Sandbag locations are opening across the ...

Polk County shelters will open Tuesday as Hurricane Milton makes its way to Florida. Do you need a shelter? Here's what to ...

Gregory Sillman, from Turtle Lake, was picked up in July after deputies got a report of a swerving vehicle going 30 miles an ...

Following a 24-0 shutout and a district win over Hardee on the road Monday night — this game was moved, along with other ...

With less than a month until voters go to the polls in one of the most highly anticipated elections in recent memory, Polk ...

A handful of Polk County teams have been putting up unbelievable performances on the backs of its players. State champion ...

Hurricane Milton's strong, damaging winds are a major concern in Polk County. People who live in mobile homes are being urged to evacuate, as they are the most vulnerable to the winds.