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Scott Franklin honors military hero and celebrates Lincoln's legacy

By Polk Times | Feb 12, 2025

Congressman Scott Franklin paid tribute to military hero Pfc.

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Legislation aims to protect veteran community care program

By Polk Times | Feb 12, 2025

Congressman Scott Franklin of Florida has reintroduced the Ensuring Continuity in Veterans Health Act, aiming to protect veterans who opt for the Veteran Community Care Program (VCCP) instead of services within the Department of Veterans Affairs...

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Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 15?

By Polk Times | Feb 12, 2025

These former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Feb. 15.

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Scott Franklin highlights women scientists' achievements and education values

By Polk Times | Feb 11, 2025

Congressman Scott Franklin shared his views on significant topics including women's contributions to science and educational values through tweets dated February 11, 2025.

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Franklin reintroduces bill opposing wilderness designation for Big Cypress

By Polk Times | Feb 11, 2025

Congressman Scott Franklin has reintroduced the Big Cypress National Preserve Protection Act in an effort to prevent the National Park Service (NPS) from managing or listing the Big Cypress National Preserve as a wilderness area.

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Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Feb. 14?

By Polk Times | Feb 11, 2025

These former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Feb. 14.

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Scott Franklin addresses Polk County anniversary and FEMA funding

By Polk Times | Feb 10, 2025

Congressman Scott Franklin recently highlighted significant events via social media posts dated February 8-10, 2025.

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Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Feb. 13?

By Polk Times | Feb 10, 2025

These former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, Feb. 13.

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Polk Times Publication Area: How many H-1B petitions were made by employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry during 2024?

By Polk Times | Feb 9, 2025

Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry based in the Polk Times publication area submitted 10 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Polk County in week ending Feb. 1?

By Polk Times | Feb 9, 2025

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Polk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, Feb. 12?

By Polk Times | Feb 9, 2025

These former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, Feb. 12.

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Polk Times area weekly mass times

By Polk Times | Feb 8, 2025

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

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Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Tuesday, Feb. 11?

By Polk Times | Feb 8, 2025

This former Polk Times area high school standout will be in action on Tuesday, Feb. 11.

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4 gas stations in cities throughout Polk County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Feb. 1

By Polk Times | Feb 7, 2025

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Polk County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Polk County in week ending Feb. 1

By Polk Times | Feb 7, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Polk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Feb. 10?

By Polk Times | Feb 7, 2025

These former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Feb. 10.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Polk County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Feb. 1

By Polk Times | Feb 6, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Polk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 1, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Scott Franklin supports HALT Fentanyl Act after House approval

By Polk Times | Feb 6, 2025

Congressman Scott Franklin has announced his support for the HALT Fentanyl Act, which recently passed in the House of Representatives with a vote of 312-108.

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Scott Franklin announces service academy day event for students

By Polk Times | Feb 6, 2025

Congressman Scott Franklin has shared several updates via social media regarding upcoming events and political matters.

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Scott Franklin highlights black history month and votes for anti-fentanyl bill

By Polk Times | Feb 6, 2025

Congressman Scott Franklin recently tweeted about Black History Month and pressing issues such as fentanyl-related legislation.