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Franklin Hosts Youth Cyber Capture the Flag Event

By Polk Times | Nov 2, 2023

LAKELAND, FL—Central Florida students had the opportunity to showcase their hacking skills at a beginner-level cyber Capture the Flag (CTF) tournament hosted by Rep. Scott Franklin (FL-18) at Florida Southern College. The event aimed to inspire young minds to pursue careers in cybersecurity and STEM-related fields.In light of the escalating cyberthreats from foreign adversaries such as China, Rep. Franklin emphasized the need to address the shortage of cybersecurity professionals in the country. He stated, "Events like this challenge and inspire the next generation to...

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October: 3,183 professional licenses in Polk County set to expire

By Polk Times | Nov 1, 2023

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

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On Saturday, October 28, former Edmond North High School standout Cooper Peterson’s college team won in an NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 29, 2023

The Webber International Warriors won 90-70 in their NAIA game against the Florida National Conquistadors on Saturday, October 28.

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University High School standout Jamar Ingram’s college team won in NAIA game on Saturday, October 28

By Polk Times | Oct 29, 2023

The Webber International Warriors won 90-70 in their NAIA game against the Florida National Conquistadors on Saturday, October 28.

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Tompkins High School standout Eden Holt’s college team won in NAIA game on Saturday, October 28

By Polk Times | Oct 29, 2023

The Webber International Warriors won 90-70 in their NAIA game against the Florida National Conquistadors on Saturday, October 28.

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On Saturday, October 28, former Lithonia High School standout Jovon Rosse’s college team won in an NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 29, 2023

The game took place in Winter Haven, Florida.

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Crystal River High School standout Zachary O'Callaghan’s college team won in NAIA game on Saturday, October 28

By Polk Times | Oct 29, 2023

The game took place in Winter Haven, Florida.

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Titas Mikalopas, former Tidewater Academy standout, played on Saturday, October 28 in NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 29, 2023

The game took place in Winter Haven, Florida.

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Reading Senior High School standout Tyrone Nesby IV’s college team won in NAIA game on Saturday, October 28

By Polk Times | Oct 29, 2023

The game took place in Winter Haven, Florida.

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On Saturday, October 28, former Bishop John J. Snyder High School standout Gavin Buchanon’s college team won in an NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 29, 2023

The Webber International Warriors won 90-70 in their NAIA game against the Florida National Conquistadors on Saturday, October 28.

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On Saturday, October 28, Sunlake High School standout Jordan Golden competed in NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 29, 2023

The Webber International Warriors won 90-70 in their NAIA game against the Florida National Conquistadors on Saturday, October 28.

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Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 30?

By Polk Times | Oct 28, 2023

These former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 30.

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Polk Times area weekly mass times

By Polk Times | Oct 28, 2023

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

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On Friday, October 27, Mainland High School standout Kyle Bowman competed in NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 28, 2023

The game took place in Lake Wales, Florida.

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Skyler Scull, former Northside Christian School standout, played on Friday, October 27 in NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 28, 2023

The Warner Royals won 74-71 in their NAIA game against the Florida National Conquistadors on Friday, October 27.

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Lewis Jones, former Oak Ridge High School standout, played on Friday, October 27 in NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 28, 2023

The Warner Royals won 74-71 in their NAIA game against the Florida National Conquistadors on Friday, October 27.

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On Friday, October 27, Bishop John J. Snyder High School standout Nick Lowery competed in NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 28, 2023

The game took place in Lake Wales, Florida.

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On Friday, October 27, former Robinson High School standout Treyshawn Howard’s college team won in an NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 28, 2023

The Warner Royals won 74-71 in their NAIA game against the Florida National Conquistadors on Friday, October 27.

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Josh Glesil, former Jupiter High School standout, played on Friday, October 27 in NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 28, 2023

The Warner Royals won 74-71 in their NAIA game against the Florida National Conquistadors on Friday, October 27.

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On Friday, October 27, former First Baptist Academy standout Jamal Norris’ college team won in an NAIA game

By Polk Times | Oct 28, 2023

The game took place in Lake Wales, Florida.