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News from September 2022

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CITY OF DAVENPORT: Very Important-Debris Removal/Cleanup Guidelines

By Press release submission | Sep 30, 2022

Please do NOT place debris near or on trees, poles or other structures makes removal difficult. This also includes fire hydrants and meters.

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CITY OF BARTOW: Bartow is experiencing high volume at its regional sewer plant as a result of flood waters from Hurricane Ian

By Press release submission | Sep 30, 2022

Residents and businesses in Bartow, Eagle Lake and Central Polk County are advised to reduce water consumption as much as possible.

Our Public Utilities Department is asking residents for help in limiting the amount of water used during and after the storm.

By Press release submission | Sep 28, 2022

This will help reduce sanitary sewer backups caused by the loss of power in your area.

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CITY OF FROSTPROOF: Agenda for Frostproof City Council Meeting

By Press release submission | Sep 28, 2022

This meeting is open to the public for those who would like to attend in person.

Please take caution when using a portable generator, follow the following guidelines

By Press release submission | Sep 26, 2022

Operate generators outdoors, in an area with good ventilation. Never run a generator in a home or garage due to their carbon monoxide emissions.

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Polk Times area weekly mass times

By Polk Times | Sep 24, 2022

The following parishes in the Polk Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

PCFR Responds to School Bus Crash on Winter Lake Rd

By Press release submission | Sep 23, 2022

At 7:38 a.m. this morning, Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) and Polk County Sheriff’s Office were dispatched to a crash involving a school bus vs. vehicle at the Winter Lake Rd / Bradbury Road intersection in Winter Haven

Repairs are complete and the lane is reopened.

By Press release submission | Sep 23, 2022

UPDATE: Repairs are complete and the lane is reopened.

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Licensing: which professional licenses in Polk County expire in October?

By Polk Times | Sep 22, 2022

How many professional licenses are set to expire in October in Polk County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

N. Galloway Road at Sleepy Hill Road Roundabout Project Keeps Intersection Closed for Another Week

By Press release submission | Sep 22, 2022

The intersection of N. Galloway Road and Sleepy Hill Road will remain closed for another week as Lakeland Electric installs power service to a temporary lighting system at the new roundabout, which is now scheduled to open Friday

City of DAVENPORT - Curbside Clean Up, SAT. Nov. 5, 2022

By Press release submission | Sep 22, 2022

City of DAVENPORT - Curbside Clean Up, SAT. Nov. 5, 2022

Eighth Annual 7 Rivers Water Festival Saturday

By Press release submission | Sep 21, 2022

Polk County’s biggest water conservation event, the 7 Rivers Water Festival

The City of Eagle Lake is looking for Volunteers for our Annual Trick or Treat Lane Event

By Press release submission | Sep 21, 2022

The City of Eagle Lake is looking for Volunteers for our Annual Trick or Treat Lane Event, taking place on Monday, October 31

Agenda Review/Work Session Briefing September 19th

By Press release submission | Sep 20, 2022

The Polk County Board of County Commissioners Agenda Review/Work Session Briefing will be at 3:30 p.m. Monday

The City of Bartow sandbag operations remain open for city residents and businesses.

By Press release submission | Sep 20, 2022

The City of Bartow sandbag operations remain open for city residents and businesses.

Polk County Fire Rescue to Host Grand Opening for New Loughman Fire Station

By Press release submission | Sep 19, 2022

A grand opening ceremony for the newly built Loughman Fire Station will take place on Thursday

Fiber Optics Project Update 9-24-22

By Press release submission | Sep 19, 2022

Fiber Optics Project Update 9-24-22

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1 professional license in Polk County set to expire in week ending Sept. 17

By Polk Times | Sep 18, 2022

How many professional licenses are set to expire in the week ending Sept. 17 in Polk County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

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Polk Times area weekly mass times

By Polk Times | Sep 17, 2022

The following parishes in the Polk Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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New campaign at VIsion Ace Hardware in Fort Meade helping you get the most paint you want

By Polk Times | Sep 16, 2022

Find over 3,500 inspiring colors to use in your next home renovation or painting project.