Polk County transportation board on toll road: Move quickly, protect Bok Tower Gardens
Members of Polk's transportation planning board seemed to want to speed up the process for the eastern toll road, but also to ...
Drought conditions are spreading in parts of Florida. Here's where Polk County sits
As of Feb. 14, there are 17 Florida counties with a drought index over 500, which indicates drought and increased fire danger ...
New responsible breeder rules introduced in Manatee County
BRADENTON, Fla. (WFLA) — A new ordinance aims at regulating pet stores and breeders across Manatee County. Enacted in October 2024, Ordinance 24-92 promotes responsible breeding practices to ensure ...
Florida Senate to consider major changes to water management districts
Backers of the plan say the districts have strayed from their original goals. The plan will be spearheaded by Sen. Jason ...
Laurel Civic starts fundraising for new 70,000 square foot center near I-75 in Venice
Newer, larger Laurel Civic campus would move to a fast-growing area near the Sarasota Memorial Hospital Venice campus ...
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Lawmakers to consider a plan that would make changes in the state’s water management districts
While the bill would make changes to the five water management districts, it also deals heavily with Everglades restoration.