Gator captured in photo with snake in its mouth trying to escape
A photographer captured a photo of classic, wild Florida while venturing out to the Circle B Bar Reserve in Polk County over the weekend.
Spook Hill added to National Register of Historic Places
Spook Hill, a gravity-defying phenomenon in Lake Wales, has become a historic attraction now that it has been added to the National Register of Historic Places.
Polk County rapper Stephon Stephon shows what happens when criminals try to 'duck Grady'
Central Florida's outspoken sheriff is the central focus of a new song and music video.
Lake Mirror: Lakeland's historic heart
In the heart of downtown Lakeland is a beautiful lake with a lot of history. Lake Mirror covers 18 acres and is known for the fountain in the center of the water that shoots up over 30 feet.
Huge alligator takes his time crossing path at Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland
Almost exactly one year ago, video of a massive alligator, sauntering across a path at Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland, Florida, spread across the internet.
Homeland Heritage Park showcases Florida history
Several miles south of Bartow, visitors can experience what life was like in 1800’s Florida – long before air conditioning and motorized farm equipment.
Above the gardens: Bird's-eye view of Bok Tower
Sitting atop one of the highest points in peninsular Florida is an imposing historic landmark: The 205-foot-tall Bok Tower, constructed 90 years ago by magazine editor Edward Bok.
On Polk's 'wall of sheriffs,' some faces missing
If you were a fan of ‘Gunsmoke,’ you have something in common with Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. And the high-profile sheriff is also a fan of remembering previous sheriffs of Polk County. But pictures of some of them are scarce.
Baby alligators soak up the sun at Circle B Bar Reserve
While it’s usually the big, dinosaur-like alligators who get all the attention at Circle B Bar Reserve south of Lakeland, the baby gators there are pretty cute, too.
Sheriff Judd: President Trump doing what he said he'd do
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is in Washington, D.C. with sheriffs across the country to meet with President Trump.
100-year-old hurricane victim still feels 'blessed,' despite damage
Adele Durrance turned 100 on Friday. She spent the day as she does every day now -- picking up debris at her home of 60 years, hoping she'll be able to repair all of the hurricane damage one day.
Sheriff Judd: Sex offenders, those with warrants not welcome at hurricane shelters
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd put out a warning to sexual offenders and predators, and even those with outstanding warrants, that they're not welcome at evacuation shelters.
Sheriff Judd: "If you're not afraid of a gun, get one"
Polk County’s sheriff is sending out a call to arms. He says people should be armed and prepared just in case they are faced with an active shooter.
Growers battle citrus greening with giant tent
You can't see it from the road, but tucked away in a remote area of Lake Wales in Polk County is a vast operation set up to protect on the state's most vital commodities: The citrus industry.
Sheriff blasts gun store after burglary
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is trying to find the suspects seen on surveillance video breaking into a gun store and smashing through several cases to steal guns.
NOAA's Hurricane Hunters moving to Lakeland
NOAA's famed Hurricane Hunters are getting a new home, but they won't be going far. The agency's Aircraft Operations Center will be moving from MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa to Lakeland Linder Regional Airport in time for the 2017 hurricane season.
Exhibit features Polk Sheriff Grady Judd's photography
Sheriff Grady Judd is known as a tough-talker on camera, but did you know there's a softer side to the Polk County sheriff behind the lens?
Petition launched for Lakeland woman to keep pet gator
A community is coming together in support of a Lakeland woman who is fighting to keep her pet alligator of 10 years.
Lakeland woman hopes to keep pet alligator, 'Rambo'
A Lakeland woman is hoping the Florida Wildlife Commission will allow her to keep her pet alligator, "Rambo," which is 15-years-old and has recently exceeded the allowable size for a pet alligator at a residence.
Polk sheriff under fire for outing transgender inmates
Hundreds of people get caught up in Polk County's prostitution stings every year. But four suspects in a sting called ‘Operation Naughty, Not Nice,’ is causing quite a stir nationally. The controversy is over the Polk County Sheriff's Office publicly identifying the suspects as transgender.