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Heat and falling lake levels are pushing bass away from shore | Freshwater fishing in Polk
1. In Lakeland, at Saddle Creek, bass are being caught using junebug-colored worms. The small buck bass are in the grass beds. On Lake Parker, bluegill are being caught on any color jigs. On Lake Hollingsworth the bluegill and shellcracker are hitting minnows and grass shrimp. In the Tenoroc area, bass and catfish are exceptional at Cemetary Lake, reports Phillips Bait and Tackle (863-666-2248). ...
It's time to start prepping for the next hunting season. Here are some tips
Raise a glass to the 2023-24 hunting season and remember her fondly. From alligators and South Florida deer in August through spring gobblers, the Sunshine State boasts nine solid months of hunting opportunities, but it’s over. Now’s the time to plan for 2024-25. ...
Hear the choral masterwork 'Gloria in D Major' by Vivaldi: Things to do in Polk
LAKELAND — It’s considered one of choral music’s masterworks, having been performed countless times over the centuries around the world. And Sunday, May 5, the world-renowned “Gloria in D Major: RV 589” by Antonio Lucio Vivaldi (1678-1741) will ring out in Lakeland through the voices of the Lakeland Choral Society. ...
Polk County hosting 'Star Wars'-themed free pet adoption event
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — If you are a Star Wars fan in the Tampa Bay area, you have a chance to celebrate "Star Wars Day," Saturday, May 4, with a new furry friend. The Polk County Animal Control is hosting a Star Wars-themed "May the Four Paws be With You" free pet adoption event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday at their location in the area of De Castro Road and the Polk Parkway in Winter Haven.
Among the state's most alligator-infested lakes, Polk County shows up a lot. Surprise? Nah
Polk County residents are no stranger to alligators. They seemingly inhabit every water-filled hole. More than 1 million alligators call the state of Florida home, but where do they live? Each year, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission takes a census of 50 alligator-infested places in Florida to gauge how many alligators are...
Two Polk restaurants closed by inspectors: 1 for roaches, another for construction issues
Two Polk County restaurants were temporarily shut down by inspectors in the two weeks from April 8 to 21, according to state inspection reports. One involved live roaches. The other had construction-related issues during a remodel. ...
These Winter Haven, FL based Dogs are the latest up for adoption and in need of a good home
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around winter haven..
Voice of the people (April 28, 2024): Why are Polk County trash collection fees going up?
Maybe our fine county commissioners can enlightened me. I know I went to Polk County public schools, so my math may not be that great, but I'm just not understanding why my solid waste fees are going up over 63%. If I'm understanding correctly, they are doing away with recycling...
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