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Roadwork To Cause Closures, Delays Throughout Polk County
Countywide heavy construction projects continue to slow traffic throughout Polk County roads.

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Countywide heavy construction projects continue to slow traffic throughout Polk County roads.

Troopers said the crash was caused by a driver who was driving recklessly. The driver's SUV caught fire.
Following two public hearings, the Plant City budget for fiscal year 2023-24 was approved by the Plant City Commission.
The 24th annual Forest Hills Presbyterian Church Holiday Bazaar will be from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct.21.
The Saint Leo University College of Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, and Data Science will host the Nov. 3 event.
George F. Weiss was known for his ready smile, his stories and his predictable presence walking the trails of Folly Farm.
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The developer said the project is expected to serve as a catalyst for more technology and health care development along the I-74 corridor.
Pinellas County sheriff's deputies participated in National Night Out events and International Walk to School Day.
The Pinellas sheriff's office said the man stole $3,000 in photo equipment, cash and credit cards.
The boat ramp and a section of the Pinellas Trail will be closed Saturday, Oct. 8, from 6:45 a.m. to 11:40 a.m.
Tampa International Airport welcomes its faithful group of plane spotters who take photos from the roofs of the airport's parking garages.
A rope was tied so tightly around Royce's muzzle that it left a deep, bloody gouge in his snout.
The work is part of the Gateway Expressway project that is expected to be completed this spring.
The Tampa Police Department has rescued a 17-year-old girl who was being trafficked for prostitution.
The county's land use and planning agency, Forward Pinellas, is urging cities to apply for projects to make streets safer.
The annual Scarecrow Festival Saturday, Oct. 14 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the nonprofit Florida Pioneer Museum and Village.
The city of Clearwater is gearing up for the Halloween season with a variety of events taking place in parks, libraries and rec centers.
"Jugging," or following a victim from a bank or cash machine and then stealing the victim's money is becoming more prevalent.
Tampa police are investigating the cause of the single-car crash.