# polk county (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover polk county. Page: Feed: --- ## [2 scam reports filed in Davenport for week ending Aug. 15, 2026](https://polktimes.com/2-scam-reports-filed-in-davenport-for-week-ending-aug-15-2026) _2026-08-25 · R. C. Weaver · Polk Times_ The Better Business Bureau reported two scam complaints in Davenport for the week ending Aug. 15, 2026. Read more… ## [Florida Two-Year-Old Died after Shooting Himself](https://westorlandonews.com/florida-two-year-old-died-after-shooting-himself/) _2026-08-25 · Staff · West Orlando News_ A Florida two-year-old died after shooting himself. The post Florida Two-Year-Old Died after Shooting Himself appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Deadline Approaching for Florida Students to Apply for Bright Futures](https://westorlandonews.com/deadline-approaching-for-florida-students-to-apply-for-bright-futures-scholarship/) _2026-08-25 · Staff · West Orlando News_ The deadline is approaching for Florida students to apply for a Bright Futures scholarship. The post Deadline Approaching for Florida Students to Apply for Bright Futures appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Jury unanimously recommends death penalty for Jennifer Odom’s convicted killer](https://www.fox13news.com/news/jury-unanimously-recommends-death-penalty-jennifer-odom-convicted-killer) _2026-08-25 · Joe.Espy@fox.com (Joe Espy) · Latest News | FOX 13_ The jury has unanimously recommended the death penalty for Jeffrey Crum in the decades-old kidnapping, sexual battery and murder of Jennifer Odom. ## [Dog stuck in Tampa storm drain rescued, recovering from health issues, Hillsborough officials say](https://www.fox13news.com/news/dog-tampa-storm-drain-rescued-recovering-health-issues-hillsborough-officials) _2026-08-25 · Joe.Espy@fox.com (Joe Espy) · Latest News | FOX 13_ A shih tzu was rescued from a storm drain Monday in Tampa after animal control officers and police found the dog stuck inside, according to Hillsborough County officials. ## [St. Pete school bus carrying 27 students involved in crash](https://www.fox13news.com/news/st-pete-school-bus-carrying-27-students-involved-crash) _2026-08-25 · Katelyn.Massarelli@fox.com (Katelyn Massarelli) · Latest News | FOX 13_ A school bus carrying more than 20 students crashed with another car in St. Petersburg Tuesday afternoon. ## [15-year-old arrested after teen stabbed near Lennard High School: HCSO](https://www.fox13news.com/news/arrest-teen-stabbed-lennard-high-school) _2026-08-25 · Joe.Espy@fox.com (Joe Espy) · Latest News | FOX 13_ A 15-year-old was arrested on an attempted murder charge after another teenager was stabbed Monday afternoon near a 7-Eleven in Ruskin, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. ## [163 missing Florida kids rescued, 3 arrested during Operation Statewide Shield](https://www.fox13news.com/news/163-missing-florida-kids-rescued-3-arrested-operation-statewide-shield) _2026-08-25 · Nancy.Gay@fox.com (Nancy Gay) · Latest News | FOX 13_ A historic Florida child recovery operation rescued 163 missing children and led to multiple arrests across several regions. ## [Hillsborough man accused of slapping teen during golf course argument: PCSO](https://www.fox13news.com/news/hillsborough-man-accused-slap-teen-golf-course-argument) _2026-08-25 · Joe.Espy@fox.com (Joe Espy) · Latest News | FOX 13_ A Hillsborough County man is accused of grabbing a 15-year-old boy by the shirt and slapping him in the head and face during an argument over play on a golf course in East Lake, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. ## [Avian art exhibition helps birds take flight again](https://www.fox13news.com/news/avian-art-exhibition-helps-birds-take-flight-again) _2026-08-25 · Mark.Wilson@fox.com (Mark Wilson) · Latest News | FOX 13_ After dropping off an injured bird at the Birds in Helping Hands rehab facility in Pinellas County, art gallery owner Brenda McMahon had a light-bulb moment. ## [Persona-led AI publishing (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ebyJjkrlHgtn) _2026-08-25 · **Sponsored**_ Generate drafts, schedule subdomain publishing, and keep human review where needed. ## [Tropical system off Africa tracks west toward islands with 70% formation chance](https://www.fox13news.com/news/tropical-system-off-africa-tracks-west-toward-islands-70-formation-chance) _2026-08-25 · Dave.Osterberg@fox.com (Dave Osterberg) · Latest News | FOX 13_ Meteorologists are closely monitoring two areas of interest in the Atlantic Ocean as one system near Africa approaches tropical depression status while traveling westward toward the islands. ## [Who are the ex-high school stars from Polk County area competing on Wednesday, Aug. 26?](https://polktimes.com/who-are-the-ex-high-school-stars-from-polk-county-area-competing-on-wednesday-aug-26) _2026-08-25 · R. G. Zeigler · Polk Times_ On Wednesday, Aug. 26, these former Polk County area high school stars will be competing. Read more… ## [Suspicious death investigation underway after woman found dead: MCSO](https://www.fox13news.com/news/suspicious-death-investigation-underway-after-woman-found-dead-mcso) _2026-08-25 · WTVT.Web.Staff@fox.com (WTVT Web Staff) · Latest News | FOX 13_ A suspicious death investigation is underway in Manatee County after deputies discovered a woman's body behind a Bradenton home. ## [Police hunt for straw hat-wearing suspect in Largo bank robbery](https://www.fox13news.com/news/largo-bank-robbery-search-underway-suspect-wearing-straw-hat) _2026-08-25 · Katelyn.Massarelli@fox.com (Katelyn Massarelli) · Latest News | FOX 13_ Police are searching for a suspect that robbed a Largo bank Monday afternoon. ## [Cheapest diesel gas in Polk County at $4.64 per gallon in week ending Aug. 15](https://polktimes.com/cheapest-diesel-gas-in-polk-county-at-4-64-per-gallon-in-week-ending-aug-15) _2026-08-24 · H. S. Baer · Polk Times_ The cheapest per-gallon price for diesel gas in Polk County during the week ending Aug. 15 was $4.64 per gallon. Read more… ## [Ascension Sacred Heart Gulf welcomes sports medicine physician specializing in non-surgical orthopedic care](https://polktimes.com/ascension-sacred-heart-gulf-welcomes-sports-medicine-physician-specializing-in-non-surgical-orthopedic-care) _2026-08-24 · B. S. Walsh · Polk Times_ Ascension Sacred Heart Gulf has welcomed Juris P. Simanis, MD as its new sports medicine physician specializing in non-surgical orthopedic care for local residents. Dr. Simanis brings over two decades of experience treating student-athletes and active adults with advanced imaging techniques and minimally invasive procedures. Read more… ## [Who among former Polk County area high school athletes will be active on Tuesday, Aug. 25?](https://polktimes.com/who-among-former-polk-county-area-high-school-athletes-will-be-active-on-tuesday-aug-25) _2026-08-24 · R. G. Zeigler · Polk Times_ These ex-Polk County area high school standouts will participate in competitions on Tuesday, Aug. 25. Read more… ## [Samuel Hernandez’s Peoria Chiefs lose 5-0 to Lansing Lugnuts on Sunday, Aug. 23](https://polktimes.com/samuel-hernandez-peoria-chiefs-lose-5-0-to-lansing-lugnuts-on-sunday-aug-23) _2026-08-24 · V. K. Chadwick · Polk Times_ Samuel Hernandez’s Peoria Chiefs fell 5-0 to the Lansing Lugnuts in a MiLB game Sunday, Aug. 23. Read more… ## [Former Lakeland Christian standout Jacob Fox’s team wins 8-4 in MiLB on Sunday, Aug. 23](https://polktimes.com/former-lakeland-christian-standout-jacob-fox-team-wins-8-4-in-milb-on-sunday-aug-23) _2026-08-24 · J. L. Lentz · Polk Times_ The Akron RubberDucks beat the Harrisburg Senators 8-4 in a MiLB game on Sunday, Aug. 23. Read more… ## [Off-Duty Law Enforcement Arrested for Bar Altercation in Central Florida](https://westorlandonews.com/off-duty-law-enforcement-arrested-for-bar-altercation-in-central-florida/) _2026-08-23 · Staff · West Orlando News_ An off-duty member of law enforcement was arrested for a bar altercation in Central Florida. The post Off-Duty Law Enforcement Arrested for Bar Altercation in Central Florida appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/20GZG5ffUNUy) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Buy, sell and margin trade BTC & ETH with fiat currencies ## [Polk County service members honored this week ending Aug. 29 for their sacrifice in military service](https://polktimes.com/polk-county-service-members-honored-this-week-ending-aug-29-for-their-sacrifice-in-military-service) _2026-08-23 · L. A. Montgomery · Polk Times_ This week ending Aug. 29 marks the anniversaries of military service members from Polk County who gave their lives in military service. Read more… ## [Who are the former Polk County high school standouts competing in the week of Monday, Aug. 24?](https://polktimes.com/who-are-the-former-polk-county-high-school-standouts-competing-in-the-week-of-monday-aug-24) _2026-08-23 · R. G. Zeigler · Polk Times_ These former Polk County area high school athletes will be active in competitions the week of Monday, Aug. 24. Read more… ## [Pasco County mother and son housed after Cobalt Apartment fire](https://www.fox13news.com/news/pasco-county-mother-son-pair-housed-after-cobalt-apartment-fire) _2026-08-23 · Danielle.Zulkosky@fox.com (Danielle Zulkosky) · Latest News | FOX 13_ A Pasco County mother and son are housed again after losing everything to the Cobalt Apartment fire on Thursday afternoon. ## [Hillsborough man drove wrong way, tried to ram patrol car in 100-mph chase: FHP](https://www.fox13news.com/news/hillsborough-man-drove-wrong-way-patrol-car-chase-fhp) _2026-08-22 · Joe.Espy@fox.com (Joe Espy) · Latest News | FOX 13_ A man was arrested after Florida Highway Patrol troopers said he led them on a high-speed chase through Hillsborough County, drove against traffic, sideswiped another vehicle and tried to ram a patrol car off the road. ## [Tampa mayor, Ismaili Muslim community plant 250 trees at Rowlett Park in honor of America 250](https://www.fox13news.com/news/tampa-mayor-ismaili-muslim-community-plant-trees-rowlett-park-america-250) _2026-08-22 · Ariel.Plasencia@fox.com (Ariel Plasencia) · Latest News | FOX 13_ Fireworks and parades are standard fare for national milestone celebrations, but a community group in Tampa is marking America’s 250th anniversary by putting down deep roots. ## [Central Florida Woman Faced Criminal Charges for Taping Dog’s Muzzle Shut](https://westorlandonews.com/central-florida-woman-faced-criminal-charges-for-taping-dogs-muzzle-shut/) _2026-08-22 · Staff · West Orlando News_ A Central Florida woman faced several criminal charges for taping a dog's muzzle shut. The post Central Florida Woman Faced Criminal Charges for Taping Dog’s Muzzle Shut appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Ruskin health fair provides over 10,000 pounds of free food to residents](https://www.fox13news.com/news/ruskin-health-fair-free-food-residents) _2026-08-22 · Heather.Healy@fox.com (Heather Healy) · Latest News | FOX 13_ Around 800 people came to Southshore Community Resource Center in Ruskin to receive groceries without income restrictions. The event supplied meat, shelf-stable goods, fruits, vegetables, potatoes, rice and other food staples to local residents. ## [Teen Arrested for Dating Violence Incident in Central Florida](https://westorlandonews.com/teen-arrested-for-dating-violence-incident-in-central-florida/) _2026-08-22 · Staff · West Orlando News_ A teen was arrested for a dating violence incident in Central Florida. The post Teen Arrested for Dating Violence Incident in Central Florida appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Argument Between Neighbors Landed One Man in Jail in Central Florida](https://westorlandonews.com/argument-between-neighbors-landed-one-man-in-jail-in-central-florida/) _2026-08-22 · Staff · West Orlando News_ An argument between neighbors landed one man in jail in Central Florida. The post Argument Between Neighbors Landed One Man in Jail in Central Florida appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Cheapest E85 gas in Polk County reach $2.97 in week ending Aug. 15](https://polktimes.com/cheapest-e85-gas-in-polk-county-reach-2-97-in-week-ending-aug-15) _2026-08-22 · H. S. Baer · Polk Times_ For the week ending Aug. 15, the lowest reported price of E85 gas in Polk County stood at $2.97 per gallon. Read more… ## [Chovy's Blog: Agentic Coding (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/KanhsmJq0pTC) _2026-08-22 · **Sponsored**_ Personal posts on agentic coding, moshcode CLI, and security findings. ## [Membership-Based Hurricane Air Evacuation Program Launched for Florida](https://westorlandonews.com/membership-based-hurricane-air-evacuation-program-launched-for-florida/) _2026-08-22 · Staff · West Orlando News_ A membership-based hurricane air evacuation program launched for Florida. The post Membership-Based Hurricane Air Evacuation Program Launched for Florida appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Duke Energy Florida to Deliver $50 Million in Customer Savings](https://westorlandonews.com/duke-energy-florida-to-deliver-50-million-in-customer-savings/) _2026-08-22 · Staff · West Orlando News_ Duke Energy Florida said it is delivering $50 million in customer savings. The post Duke Energy Florida to Deliver $50 Million in Customer Savings appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Polk County’s lowest premium gas price recorded at $4.36 for week ending Aug. 15](https://polktimes.com/polk-county-lowest-premium-gas-price-recorded-at-4-36-for-week-ending-aug-15) _2026-08-22 · H. S. Baer · Polk Times_ The cheapest reported price for a gallon of premium gas in Polk County came in at $4.36 during the week ending Aug. 15. Read more… ## [Walmart grounds crew helps save 2 women after car crashes into North Port creek: NPFR](https://www.fox13news.com/news/walmart-crew-save-women-car-crash-north-port) _2026-08-22 · Danielle.Zulkosky@fox.com (Danielle Zulkosky) · Latest News | FOX 13_ Take a look at the grass lawn on the side of the Walmart parking lot on Tamiami Trail in North Port, and it seems normal, but take a step closer, and you will see a broken tail light, a damaged fence and cut down trees. ## [Bartow ties for 99th in Florida for July scam reports](https://polktimes.com/bartow-ties-for-99th-in-florida-for-july-scam-reports) _2026-08-22 · S. G. Byrd · Polk Times_ Bartow reported three scam reports in July 2026, one of 27 cities tied for 99th among 237 Florida cities with at least one BBB Scam Tracker report, the Better Business Bureau said. Read more… ## [Oldsmar mother celebrates PCOS name change, doctors explain what it means for women](https://www.fox13news.com/news/oldsmar-mother-celebrates-pcos-name-change-doctors-explain-what-means-women) _2026-08-22 · Briona.Arradondo@fox.com (Briona Arradondo) · Latest News | FOX 13_ An Oldsmar mother who sought fertility treatments is highlighting a common hormonal disorder after discovering she had the condition long known as polycystic ovarian syndrome, or PCOS. ## [Who are the ex-high school stars from Polk County area competing on Sunday, Aug. 23?](https://polktimes.com/who-are-the-ex-high-school-stars-from-polk-county-area-competing-on-sunday-aug-23) _2026-08-22 · R. G. Zeigler · Polk Times_ These former Polk County area high school standouts will be active on Sunday, Aug. 23. Read more… ## [Samuel Hernandez, former Lakeland High School standout, played in MiLB game Friday, Aug. 21](https://polktimes.com/samuel-hernandez-former-lakeland-high-school-standout-played-in-milb-game-friday-aug-21) _2026-08-22 · J. L. Lentz · Polk Times_ The Peoria Chiefs beat the Lansing Lugnuts 7-4 in their MiLB game Friday, Aug. 21. Read more… ## [Brody Donay, former Lakeland Christian School standout, appeared in a MiLB game on Aug. 21](https://polktimes.com/brody-donay-former-lakeland-christian-school-standout-appeared-in-a-milb-game-on-aug-21) _2026-08-22 · J. L. Lentz · Polk Times_ The Charleston RiverDogs beat the Hill City Howlers 3-2 in a MiLB game on Friday, Aug. 21. Read more… ## [Two Arrested in Central Florida Massage Parlor Operation](https://westorlandonews.com/two-arrested-in-central-florida-massage-parlor-operation/) _2026-08-22 · Staff · West Orlando News_ Two people were arrested in a Central Florida massage parlor operation. The post Two Arrested in Central Florida Massage Parlor Operation appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Repeat Fleeing Suspect Arrested in Central Florida after Years of Evasion](https://westorlandonews.com/repeat-fleeing-suspect-arrested-in-central-florida-after-years-of-evasion/) _2026-08-21 · Staff · West Orlando News_ A repeat fleeing suspect was arrested in Central Florida after years of evasion. The post Repeat Fleeing Suspect Arrested in Central Florida after Years of Evasion appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Crucial agreement made in Tampa Bay Rays stadium deal in Tampa, votes next week](https://www.fox13news.com/news/crucial-agreement-made-tampa-bay-rays-stadium-deal-tampa-vote-next-week) _2026-08-21 · Aaron.Mesmer@fox.com (Aaron Mesmer) · Latest News | FOX 13_ The Tampa Bay Rays, the City of Tampa and Hillsborough County reached an agreement on a $2.3 billion ballpark proposal located at the site of Hillsborough College. ## [Pleas for safety improvements after fatal crash claims life of volunteer chaplain](https://www.fox13news.com/news/pleas-safety-improvements-after-fatal-crash-claims-life-volunteer-chaplain) _2026-08-21 · Carla.Bayron@fox.com (Carla Bayron) · Latest News | FOX 13_ A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday morning after deputies say a dump truck driver ran a red light and struck his vehicle at an Eagle Lake intersection. ## [Lightning sparked Wesley Chapel apartment fire that displaced 200: PCFR](https://www.fox13news.com/news/wesely-chapel-apartment-deemed-total-loss-following-fire-displaced-200-residents) _2026-08-21 · Nancy.Gay@fox.com (Nancy Gay) · Latest News | FOX 13_ A lightning strike sparked a three-alarm fire that destroyed an apartment building at Cobalt Apartments in Wesley Chapel on Thursday afternoon, forcing the evacuation of dozens of units and displacing about 200 residents, according to Pasco County Fire Rescue. ## [BayCare surgeons perform region's first robotic nipple-sparing mastectomy](https://www.fox13news.com/news/baycare-surgeons-perform-regions-first-robotic-nipple-sparing-mastectomy) _2026-08-21 · Ariel.Plasencia@fox.com (Ariel Plasencia) · Latest News | FOX 13_ Surgeons at BayCare Medical Group have performed West Central Florida’s first robotic-assisted nipple-sparing mastectomy, offering patients a minimally invasive surgical option that combines tissue removal and reconstruction into a single procedure. ## [Venice Theatre continues rebuilding 3 years after Hurricane Ian with sights set on opening in February](https://www.fox13news.com/news/venice-theatre-continues-rebuilding-3-years-after-hurricane-ian-sights-set-opening-february) _2026-08-21 · Kimberly.Kuizon@fox.com (Kimberly Kuizon) · Latest News | FOX 13_ Venice Theatre is drawing closer to its planned February opening as construction workers rebuild the venue following severe damage from Hurricane Ian 3 years ago. ## [Ringling College’s theme park design competition offers $20K scholarship](https://www.fox13news.com/news/ringling-colleges-theme-park-design-competition-offers-20k-scholarship) _2026-08-21 · Kimberly.Kuizon@fox.com (Kimberly Kuizon) · Latest News | FOX 13_ Ringling College of Art and Design is inviting high school juniors and seniors nationwide to step into another world by designing an original parade float. ## [Operation Parking Denied: 11 Arrested for Disabled Parking Permits Scheme in Florida](https://westorlandonews.com/operation-parking-denied-11-arrested-for-florida-disabled-parking-permits-scheme/) _2026-08-21 · Staff · West Orlando News_ In Operation Parking Denied, 11 individuals were arrested for a disabled parking permits scheme in Florida. The post Operation Parking Denied: 11 Arrested for Disabled Parking Permits Scheme in Florida appeared first on West Orlando News . ## [Polk County sees lowest price for midgrade gas at $3.97 in week ending Aug. 15](https://polktimes.com/polk-county-sees-lowest-price-for-midgrade-gas-at-3-97-in-week-ending-aug-15) _2026-08-21 · H. S. Baer · Polk Times_ In Polk County, the week’s lowest midgrade gas price was $3.97 per gallon as of the week ending Aug. 15. Read more… ## [Governor DeSantis Announcement on Future of Transportation in Florida](https://westorlandonews.com/governor-desantis-announcement-on-future-of-transportation-in-florida/) _2026-08-21 · Staff · West Orlando News_ Governor Ron DeSantis made an announcement on the future of transportation in Florida. The post Governor DeSantis Announcement on Future of Transportation in Florida appeared first on West Orlando News .