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Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "I even got to make my first water takeoff and landing - something I never wanted to do during my Navy..."

By Polk Times | Feb 23, 2023

C. Scott Franklin has 8,222 Twitter followers as of Feb. 22.

Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "The only challenge is trying to decide which flavor is my favorite! #CitraPac #Sebring #Healthy #Citrus"..."

By Polk Times | Feb 23, 2023

C. Scott Franklin has 8,222 Twitter followers as of Feb. 22.

Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "I enjoyed visiting CitraPac in Sebring. It was inspiring to see how this innovative company is using..."

By Polk Times | Feb 23, 2023

C. Scott Franklin has 8,222 Twitter followers as of Feb. 22.

Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "Happy Presidents' Day! "

By Polk Times | Feb 21, 2023

C. Scott Franklin has 8,203 Twitter followers as of Feb. 20.

WEATHERBEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Mr. Snow is just so helpful here at Weatherbee as our IT specialist

By Press release submission | Feb 20, 2023

He handles many schools in the district, but always has a smile on his face and is FAST when it comes to helping our teachers and staff resolve problems.

AMF LAKELAND LANES: We’re ready to roll this Presidents’ Day, are you?!

By Press release submission | Feb 20, 2023

See you on the lanes

CITY OF BARTOW: The City of Bartow, being a full-time member of the Polk Regional Water Cooperative (PRWC), has been actively involved with two of their projects ( Southeast Wellfield & West Polk Wellfield Projects).

By Press release submission | Feb 20, 2023

These two projects combined will ensure that the City of Bartow will have access to sustainable potable water for its customers well into the future by means of these two Alternative Water Sources (AWS).

CITRUS RIDGE A. CIVICS ACADEMY: CRCA’s middle school Debate Team participated in their first tournament

By Press release submission | Feb 20, 2023

Nyla James, 7th grade, came in 2nd overall AND earned 1st place Middle School Novice! Way to go, debate team!

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Come one, come all to the Lewis & Clark Circus

By Press release submission | Feb 20, 2023

Friday through Sunday, February 24th - 26th in the large field at Frostproof City Hall, 111 West 1st Street.

Licensing: which professional licenses in Polk County expire in week ending Jan. 21?

By Polk Times | Feb 19, 2023

How many professional licenses are set to expire in the week ending Jan. 21 in Polk County, according to the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR)?

Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "Thanks to everyone that attended our Academy Day at @PolkState College. It's great to see so many..."

By Polk Times | Feb 19, 2023

C. Scott Franklin has 8,203 Twitter followers as of Feb. 18.

Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "@NavalAcademy @WestPoint_USMA @AF_Academy @UsmmaO @USCGAcademy"

By Polk Times | Feb 19, 2023

C. Scott Franklin has 8,203 Twitter followers as of Feb. 18.

Florida U.S. Rep C. Scott Franklin: "ICYMI: Join us tomorrow from 9am-12pm in the auditorium of @PolkState College Center for Public Safety..."

By Polk Times | Feb 18, 2023

C. Scott Franklin has 8,203 Twitter followers as of Feb. 17.

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Polk Times area weekly mass times

By Polk Times | Feb 18, 2023

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

How many professional licenses are set to expire in March in Polk County?

By Polk Times | Feb 17, 2023

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