# polk — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 3 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover polk. Page: Feed: --- ## [Polk County Appearance Commission launches comprehensive kudzu mapping survey](https://tryondailybulletin.com/2026/08/20/polk-county-appearance-commission-launches-comprehensive-kudzu-mapping-survey/) _2026-08-20 · Storme Smith · The Tryon Daily Bulletin_ POLK COUNTY– A new initiative is underway to tackle the spread of kudzu, an aggressive invasive vine known for its rapid growth and damage to local ecosystems. The Polk County \[…\] ## [Old Mill Market Square, Acting Up Fantasy Events hold joint ribbon-cutting ceremony](https://tryondailybulletin.com/2026/08/20/old-mill-market-square-acting-up-fantasy-events-hold-joint-ribbon-cutting-ceremony/) _2026-08-20 · Storme Smith · The Tryon Daily Bulletin_ TRYON—On August 18, the Carolina Foothills Chamber of Commerce held a joint ribbon-cutting for Old Mill Market Square and Acting Up Fantasy Events to celebrate the market’s expansion and the \[…\] ## [Some good advice to public speakers at commissioners’ meetings](https://tryondailybulletin.com/2026/08/20/some-good-advice-to-public-speakers-at-commissioners-meetings/) _2026-08-20 · Larry McDermott · The Tryon Daily Bulletin_ It was interesting, entertaining, puzzling, baffling, and painful. And a wee bit encouraging. Public hearings on local government issues that are to be decided by a body of elected officials \[…\] ## [Columbus man arrested on six felony charges involving children](https://tryondailybulletin.com/2026/08/20/columbus-man-arrested-on-six-felony-charges-involving-children/) _2026-08-20 · Jamie Lewis · The Tryon Daily Bulletin_ COLUMBUS—A Columbus man is facing six felony charges stemming from alleged offenses involving children in 2020 and 2022, according to Polk County court records. William Leo King, 56, was arrested \[…\] ## [Cynthia “Cindy” Janke Worrall](https://tryondailybulletin.com/2026/08/20/cynthia-cindy-janke-worrall/) _2026-08-20 · Staff Reports · The Tryon Daily Bulletin_ Cynthia “Cindy” Janke Worrall, age 73, of Landrum, South Carolina, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Cindy was born on May 1, 1953, \[…\] ## [McCann and Langer to present ‘A Voice Between Worlds’ at Holy Cross](https://tryondailybulletin.com/2026/08/20/mccann-and-langer-to-present-a-voice-between-worlds-at-holy-cross/) _2026-08-20 · Storme Smith · The Tryon Daily Bulletin_ TRYON—Soprano Melissa McCann and recording artist Michael Langer will present “A Voice Between Worlds” at 4 p.m. Sunday, August 23, at Holy Cross Episcopal Church in Tryon. Tenor Tyler Young \[…\] ## [FOOTBALL: Polk County enters 2026 with deeper roster, different vibe](https://tryondailybulletin.com/2026/08/20/football-polk-county-enters-2026-with-deeper-roster-different-vibe/) _2026-08-20 · Staff Reports · The Tryon Daily Bulletin_ There are more players on Polk County’s football practice field this August. But there also seems to be more life. More competition. More voices. More players pushing teammates from one \[…\] ## [GOLF: Two Wolverines place in top five at Bright’s Creek](https://tryondailybulletin.com/2026/08/20/golf-two-wolverines-place-in-top-five-at-brights-creek/) _2026-08-20 · Staff Reports · The Tryon Daily Bulletin_ Reeve Carroll and Addie Buss each finished among the top five Wednesday as Polk County placed second in a three-team girls golf match at Bright’s Creek. The Wolverines posted a \[…\] ## [Plans advance for first five miles of Saluda Grade Trail](https://tryondailybulletin.com/2026/08/19/plans-advance-for-first-five-miles-of-saluda-grade-trail/) _2026-08-19 · Storme Smith · The Tryon Daily Bulletin_ Landrum event gives residents a look at trail widths, proposed access points LANDRUM—The first five miles of the planned Saluda Grade Trail have reached 60% design, giving residents an \[…\] ## [Tryon board swears in new officer, approves trash ordinance](https://tryondailybulletin.com/2026/08/19/tryon-board-swears-in-new-officer-approves-trash-ordinance/) _2026-08-19 · Storme Smith · The Tryon Daily Bulletin_ Board also addresses Harmon Field funding, infrastructure projects and de-annexation request TRYON—The Tryon Board of Commissioners swore in a new police officer Tuesday, approved changes to the town’s garbage \[…\] ## [Screen Share With Real Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OAWXYqAg2Pof) _2026-08-19 · **Sponsored**_ Collaborative screen sharing with simultaneous remote control — open source, like Screenhero. ## [Ascension St. Vincent’s adds Dr. Barry Kusnick to expand cardiology care in St. Johns County](https://polktimes.com/ascension-st-vincent-adds-dr-barry-kusnick-to-expand-cardiology-care-in-st-johns-county) _2026-08-19 · B. S. Walsh · Polk Times_ Ascension St.Vincent’s has announced that Dr.Barry Kusnick will join its cardiology practice in St.Johns County.He will provide expanded access as part of ongoing efforts by Ascension St.Vincent’s to grow specialty heart services throughout Northeast Florida. Read more… ## [Who are the Polk County area high school alumni in action on Thursday, Aug. 20?](https://polktimes.com/who-are-the-polk-county-area-high-school-alumni-in-action-on-thursday-aug-20) _2026-08-19 · R. G. Zeigler · Polk Times_ These former Polk County area high school standouts will be competing on Thursday, Aug. 20. Read more… ## [Samuel Hernandez’s team, the Peoria Chiefs, fall 6-5 to Lansing Lugnuts on Tuesday, Aug. 18](https://polktimes.com/samuel-hernandez-team-the-peoria-chiefs-fall-6-5-to-lansing-lugnuts-on-tuesday-aug-18) _2026-08-19 · V. D. Saunders · Polk Times_ The Peoria Chiefs fell 6-5 to the Lansing Lugnuts in a MiLB game on Tuesday, Aug. 18. Read more… ## [Brody Donay, former Lakeland Christian School standout, played in MiLB game Tuesday, Aug. 18](https://polktimes.com/brody-donay-former-lakeland-christian-school-standout-played-in-milb-game-tuesday-aug-18) _2026-08-19 · V. D. Saunders · Polk Times_ The Charleston RiverDogs beat the Hill City Howlers 10-7 in an MiLB game Tuesday, Aug. 18. Read more… ## [2 scam reports filed in Lakeland for week ending Aug. 8, 2026](https://polktimes.com/2-scam-reports-filed-in-lakeland-for-week-ending-aug-8-2026) _2026-08-18 · S. G. Byrd · Polk Times_ Two scam reports were filed in Lakeland for the week ending Aug. 8, 2026, the Better Business Bureau said. Read more… ## [Ascension Florida receives $7.25 million to expand rural healthcare services](https://polktimes.com/ascension-florida-receives-7-25-million-to-expand-rural-healthcare-services) _2026-08-18 · G. N. Brewer · Polk Times_ Ascension Florida has received nearly $7.25 million as part of a statewide initiative to improve healthcare access in rural communities. The funding will support mobile cancer screenings, stroke evaluation units, and equipment upgrades for clinician training programs. Read more… ## [Who are the ex-high school stars from Polk County area competing on Wednesday, Aug. 19?](https://polktimes.com/who-are-the-ex-high-school-stars-from-polk-county-area-competing-on-wednesday-aug-19) _2026-08-18 · R. G. Zeigler · Polk Times_ Wednesday, Aug. 19 will feature competition from these former Polk County area high school standouts. Read more… ## [Lake Wales announces curbside cleanup event for August 29](https://polktimes.com/lake-wales-announces-curbside-cleanup-event-for-august-29) _2026-08-17 · A. D. Quintero · Polk Times_ Lake Wales will hold a citywide curbside cleanup on August 29. Residents can place select bulky items at their curbs by 6 a.m., following specific guidelines outlined by the city. Read more… ## [Radiothon raises $300,000 for Pediatric Sedation Suite at Studer Family Children’s Hospital](https://polktimes.com/radiothon-raises-300000-for-pediatric-sedation-suite-at-studer-family-children-hospital) _2026-08-17 · G. N. Brewer · Polk Times_ A radiothon hosted by local radio personalities raised $300,000 toward building a Pediatric Sedation Suite at Studer Family Children's Hospital. The initiative aims to improve comfort during medical procedures for over 1,000 local children each year. Read more… ## [E15 gas at $2.99 per gallon in Polk County in week ending Aug. 8](https://polktimes.com/e15-gas-at-2-99-per-gallon-in-polk-county-in-week-ending-aug-8) _2026-08-17 · H. S. Baer · Polk Times_ The lowest price of E15 gas in cities throughout Polk County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 8, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy. Read more… ## [From any door to your door (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/FiK5KQNuv2lv) _2026-08-17 · **Sponsored**_ Book rides, errands, deliveries, groceries and home help in one app ## [ElevatePolk S3 E11 #77 | My Own Worst Enemy](https://elevatepolk.com/episodes/my-own-worst-enemy-GuJhPf1m) _2026-07-26 · chrissanne@maximizedigital.com (Maximize Digital Media) · ElevatePolk Podcast_ Are you working toward progress—or quietly standing in your own way? In Episode 11 of the Elevate Polk Podcast, Chrissanne Long and Dan Thumberg get honest about perfectionism, analysis paralysis and the hidden cost of refusing to “ship” something until it feels flawless. They explore how business owners become their own bottleneck by fixating on details that may never change the outcome,… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/1483d06e-121f-4173-8ee4-3d7f3fc7d730/153ca0c1-4ca7-47cd-8e19-b5f3d9f28b69/episodes/audio/group/bddc85cf-bf13-42e0-80ba-e4a52cccdd24/group-item/f8c2abf6-6290-410e-a54b-ead6a1f6f07d/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=8lZ0mISe) ## [ElevatePolk Podcast S3 E10 #76 | "Welcome to the Machine"](https://elevatepolk.com/episodes/welcome-to-the-machine-ily2rju7) _2026-06-17 · chrissanne@maximizedigital.com (Chrissanne Long, Dan Thumberg) · ElevatePolk Podcast_ AI is everywhere — but is it actually helping your business, or just creating more noise? In this episode of the Elevate Polk Podcast, Chrissanne Long and Dan Thumberg dive into the real-world use of AI for business owners, leaders, and operators who are trying to figure out what’s useful, what’s hype, and what needs a serious “trust but verify” approach. From ChatGPT and Claude to AI… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/1483d06e-121f-4173-8ee4-3d7f3fc7d730/153ca0c1-4ca7-47cd-8e19-b5f3d9f28b69/episodes/audio/group/eb4943d8-cc45-4d8f-ab0b-97577ea44278/group-item/742fee2f-f505-466d-8196-852fe3be4b7e/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=8lZ0mISe) ## [ElevatePolk Podcast S3 E9 #75 | "Engage with the Machine"](https://elevatepolk.com/episodes/engage-with-the-machine-JaYNWsgA) _2026-06-03 · chrissanne@maximizedigital.com (Dan Thumberg, Chrissanne Long) · ElevatePolk Podcast_ What happens when a community suddenly wakes up to a public process that has technically been available all along? In this episode of ElevatePolk, Chrissanne Long and Dan Thumberg unpack the conversation surrounding proposed data centers in Lakeland and Polk County, but this episode is not really about data centers. It is about engagement. It is about how local government works, why public process… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/1483d06e-121f-4173-8ee4-3d7f3fc7d730/153ca0c1-4ca7-47cd-8e19-b5f3d9f28b69/episodes/audio/group/9774bf72-4060-421f-af1f-bb61b432652d/group-item/a5b8be33-b728-4eb1-ac73-a14597f6aecd/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=8lZ0mISe) ## [S3 E8 #74 "The State of the City of Lakeland, FL"](https://elevatepolk.com/episodes/state-of-the-city-lakeland-cEU6EOIU) _2026-05-28 · chrissanne@maximizedigital.com (Chrissanne Long, Dan Thumberg, Shawn Sherrouse) · ElevatePolk Podcast_ Lakeland is growing, and the decisions being made today will shape what it feels like to live, work, build, and do business here for years to come. In this episode of Elevate Polk, @ChrissanneLong and Dan @thumberg sit down with Shawn Sherrouse, City Manager for the City of Lakeland, for a deeper conversation about the 2026 State of the City, Lakeland’s strategic priorities, and how city planning… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/1483d06e-121f-4173-8ee4-3d7f3fc7d730/153ca0c1-4ca7-47cd-8e19-b5f3d9f28b69/episodes/audio/group/30b5bfb0-9532-463c-b534-9029faf34ec8/group-item/4fd1d034-aa27-44fd-b9b3-1ae4437f20d1/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=8lZ0mISe) ## [S3 E7 #73 "Meet Omar Arroyo"](https://elevatepolk.com/episodes/meet-omar-arroyo-Sinopqn_) _2026-05-21 · chrissanne@maximizedigital.com (Chrissanne Long, Dan Thumberg) · ElevatePolk Podcast_ In this episode of Elevate Polk, ⁨Chrissanne Long⁩ and Dan Thumberg⁩ sit down with Omar Arroyo, a Polk County entrepreneur, construction business owner, Haines City public servant, husband, and father whose story reaches far beyond a title. Omar shares his journey from Mexico to Texas and eventually to Haines City, where what began as a short-term work opportunity became the place he chose to… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/1483d06e-121f-4173-8ee4-3d7f3fc7d730/153ca0c1-4ca7-47cd-8e19-b5f3d9f28b69/episodes/audio/group/e7f3890d-d21a-4f73-810b-1b615651d5b5/group-item/80b550c5-80d1-4d47-a68d-32390f950929/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=8lZ0mISe) ## [S3 E6 #72 "Pay to Play"](https://elevatepolk.com/episodes/pay-to-play-8NAXhdUQ) _2026-05-12 · chrissanne@maximizedigital.com (Chrissanne Long, Dan Thumberg) · ElevatePolk Podcast_ In this episode of the ElevatePolk Podcast Dan Thumberg and Chrissanne Long dig into a difficult but important question for Polk County’s business and civic community: Are we building relationships that are truly mutually beneficial, or have too many small businesses been pulled into a “pay to play” culture where visibility, access, and opportunity come with unclear expectations and little real… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/1483d06e-121f-4173-8ee4-3d7f3fc7d730/153ca0c1-4ca7-47cd-8e19-b5f3d9f28b69/episodes/audio/group/a9bd1ae7-1354-440d-b3a4-b4d57db96d3f/group-item/e1836e25-9d00-4db1-b1ec-2695a6bbabc7/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=8lZ0mISe) ## [S3 E5 #71 "The Bill Comes Due"](https://elevatepolk.com/episodes/the-bill-comes-due-zX97kLUF) _2026-05-06 · chrissanne@maximizedigital.com (Tom Phillips, Chrissanne Long, Dan Thumberg) · ElevatePolk Podcast_ Episode Notes: Episode 5, “The Bill Comes Due” What does public transit have to do with economic development, workforce access, infrastructure, local government budgets, and the future of Polk County? More than most people realize. In this episode of Elevate Polk, Dan Thumberg and Chrissanne Long sit down with Tom Phillips, CEO of Citrus Connection, for a candid conversation about the role public… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/1483d06e-121f-4173-8ee4-3d7f3fc7d730/153ca0c1-4ca7-47cd-8e19-b5f3d9f28b69/episodes/audio/group/3f7b6782-b1c3-4ef2-b87b-97feace449ae/group-item/37e413a7-20eb-4f68-a0b7-965eb58fb27d/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=8lZ0mISe) ## [S3 E4 #70 "No Man's Land"](https://elevatepolk.com/episodes/no-mans-land-XeOHf_PU) _2026-04-29 · chrissanne@maximizedigital.com (Maximize Digital Media) · ElevatePolk Podcast_ Episode Notes: Episode 4, “No Man’s Land” In this episode of Elevate Polk , Chrissanne Long and Dan Thumberg dig into the phrase “No Man’s Land” and what it reveals about Polk County’s identity, reputation, and small business ecosystem. The conversation begins with a personal reflection on growing up in Polk County and the assumptions people have carried about the area for decades. From outdated… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/1483d06e-121f-4173-8ee4-3d7f3fc7d730/153ca0c1-4ca7-47cd-8e19-b5f3d9f28b69/episodes/audio/group/8d2b4299-8563-4535-81a3-8001043da30e/group-item/b8b8e7b9-2313-41ed-ad62-e02c1586ee0d/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=8lZ0mISe) ## [S3 E3 #69 From Classroom to Commerce](https://elevatepolk.com/episodes/from-classroom-to-commerce-AucdJK8x) _2026-04-22 · chrissanne@maximizedigital.com (Maximize Digital Media) · ElevatePolk Podcast_ In this episode of the ElevatePolk Podcast , we sit down with Shauna Dykes of Junior Achievement of Polk County to explore how students are being prepared for the real world through hands-on learning, business exposure, mentorship, and entrepreneurial thinking. Shauna shares how Junior Achievement is helping bridge the gap between the classroom and the workforce by giving young people practical… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/1483d06e-121f-4173-8ee4-3d7f3fc7d730/153ca0c1-4ca7-47cd-8e19-b5f3d9f28b69/episodes/audio/group/7dfabdd5-ec93-431e-bdc1-56a642019e1e/group-item/aee4d0a9-c2f9-48cf-b268-501d5c94148f/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=8lZ0mISe) ## [Trade Bitcoin and Ethereum Today (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/phqQ0VVgysjj) _2026-04-22 · **Sponsored**_ Buy, sell, and margin trade BTC and ETH with EUR, USD, CAD, GBP, or JPY. ## [S3 E2 #68: Our Greatest Export](https://elevatepolk.com/episodes/our-greatest-export-rMs5MV2m) _2026-04-15 · chrissanne@maximizedigital.com (Chrissanne Long, Dan Thumberg) · ElevatePolk Podcast_ Topics discussed in this episode: Why the phrase “Our Greatest Export” became the framing for the episode and what it suggests about local talent loss. Polk County’s Innovation Intelligence Index data, including the gap between Human Capital and Economic Well-Being. Peer county comparisons with Pasco, Marion, and Lee. Labor shed and commuter data showing how many Polk residents leave the county… [Listen](https://cdn.simplecast.com/media/audio/transcoded/1483d06e-121f-4173-8ee4-3d7f3fc7d730/153ca0c1-4ca7-47cd-8e19-b5f3d9f28b69/episodes/audio/group/2af67a91-2b9c-4802-a76e-8642442d067e/group-item/1db4f8a0-10d2-4900-bb00-80458d8bfbd2/128_default_tc.mp3?aid=rss_feed&feed=8lZ0mISe)