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Scott Franklin supports H.R. 4 aimed at reducing federal spending

By Polk Times | Jun 12, 2025

Congressman Scott Franklin of Florida's 18th district expressed his support for the recently passed H.R. 4, known as the Recissions Act.

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Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, June 14?

By Polk Times | Jun 11, 2025

This former Polk Times area high school standout will be in action on Saturday, June 14.

Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded geometry FAST expectations in Polk County School District in 2023-24 school year?

By Polk Times | Jun 9, 2025

FAST results are in, and 40.2% of Polk County School District students were proficient in geometry in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

1 gas station in cities throughout Polk County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending May 31

By Polk Times | Jun 9, 2025

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Polk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

How many H-1B petitions made by employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry were approved in Polk Times publication area during 2024?

By Polk Times | Jun 9, 2025

Of the 59 H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry located across Polk Times publication area 58 were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Chandler Dorsey, former George W. Jenkins Senior High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Sunday, June 8 in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship

By Polk Times | Jun 9, 2025

The game took place in Skip Bertman Field @ Alex Box Stadium.

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Polk Times area weekly mass times

By Polk Times | Jun 8, 2025

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

George W. Jenkins Senior High School standout Chandler Dorsey’s collegiate team loses game in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship on Saturday, June 7

By Polk Times | Jun 8, 2025

The LSU Tigers lost 16-9.

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Former Lakeland High School standout Ethan Brown played on Saturday, June 7 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship

By Polk Times | Jun 8, 2025

The Tampa Spartans lost 10-8.

Did Polk County School District students succeed or flounder in their 2023-24 school year algebra FAST tests?

By Polk Times | Jun 7, 2025

FAST results are in, and 41.8% of Polk County School District students were proficient in algebra in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

Former Lakeland High School standout Ethan Brown played on Friday, June 6 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship

By Polk Times | Jun 7, 2025

The game took place in USA Baseball National Training Complex.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Polk County in week ending May 31?

By Polk Times | Jun 6, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Polk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Polk County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending May 31

By Polk Times | Jun 6, 2025

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Polk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Math FAST Expectations: 44.7% of students in Polk County School District meet or exceed in 2023-24 school year?

By Polk Times | Jun 6, 2025

FAST results are in, and 44.7% of Polk County School District students were proficient in math in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

Scott Franklin highlights policy engagement; receives IFDA award

By Polk Times | Jun 6, 2025

In recent social media posts dated June 5-6 by Congressman Scott Franklin from Florida's 18th district touched upon discussions with local leaders regarding housing policies; commemorating WWII veterans; while celebrating recognition alongside...

Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, June 9?

By Polk Times | Jun 6, 2025

This former Polk Times area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Monday, June 9.

Ethan Brown, former Lakeland High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, June 5 in the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship

By Polk Times | Jun 6, 2025

The Tampa Spartans won 6-5.

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Polk County School District: How many students passed on their ELA FAST test in 2023-24 school year?

By Polk Times | Jun 5, 2025

FAST results are in, and 44.4% of Polk County School District students were proficient in ELA in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Polk County in week ending May 31?

By Polk Times | Jun 5, 2025

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Polk County was found at a single gas station in the week ending May 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Former Lakeland High School standout Ethan Brown played on Wednesday, June 4 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship

By Polk Times | Jun 5, 2025

The game took place in USA Baseball National Training Complex.

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Scott Franklin supports H.R. 4 aimed at reducing federal spending

Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, June 14?

Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded geometry FAST expectations in Polk County School District in 2023-24 school year?

1 gas station in cities throughout Polk County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending May 31

How many H-1B petitions made by employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry were approved in Polk Times publication area during 2024?

Chandler Dorsey, former George W. Jenkins Senior High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Sunday, June 8 in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship

Polk Times area weekly mass times

George W. Jenkins Senior High School standout Chandler Dorsey’s collegiate team loses game in the NCAA Division I Baseball Championship on Saturday, June 7

Former Lakeland High School standout Ethan Brown played on Saturday, June 7 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship

Did Polk County School District students succeed or flounder in their 2023-24 school year algebra FAST tests?

Former Lakeland High School standout Ethan Brown played on Friday, June 6 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Polk County in week ending May 31?

1 gas station in cities throughout Polk County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending May 31

Math FAST Expectations: 44.7% of students in Polk County School District meet or exceed in 2023-24 school year?

Scott Franklin highlights policy engagement; receives IFDA award

Which former Polk Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, June 9?

Ethan Brown, former Lakeland High School standout’s collegiate team plays on Thursday, June 5 in the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship

Polk County School District: How many students passed on their ELA FAST test in 2023-24 school year?

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Polk County in week ending May 31?

Former Lakeland High School standout Ethan Brown played on Wednesday, June 4 in hopes of reaching the NCAA Division II Baseball Championship

Scott Franklin calls for equal USDA aid and highlights funding for emergency services

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