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Florida is purging its Medicaid rolls. What to know

In-depth analysis and perspectives on the issues, people and ideas that define Florida. Statewide coverage of top economic sectors and industries.

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Polk County's April unemployment rate was 2.8%

Polk County's April unemployment rate remains low at 2.8%, reflecting record gains in region's and state's tourism sector during the first quarter.

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Polk gives Central Florida Health money toward new Lakeland clinic

The Polk County Commissioners approved federal ARPA funds to go toward a new CFHC medical building in Lakeland to serve low income patients.

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Leo Schofield, convicted of 1987 Lakeland murder, has chance at parole

Leo Schofield, convicted of a Lakeland murder in 1989 and subject of a podcast, has a hearing before the Florida Commission on Offender Review.

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Polk Clerk of Court: Lakeland office temporarily closing on May 8

The Clerk of Court office at 930 E. Parker St. in Lakeland will temporarily close on May 8.

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Lakeland Democrat files to challenge Canady for Fla. House in 2024

Carlos David Gamez of Lakeland has filed to challenge incumbent Florida Rep. Jennifer Canady, R-Lakeland, as a Democrat in the 2024 election.

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Many in Polk still suffer financially from COVID. Help is available

Polk County recently made $750,000 available to residents who are still suffering severe financial impact from COVID. Here's how to apply.

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Florida Bar dismisses complaint against Lake Wales lawyer Sara Jones

The Florida Bar sent Sara Jones of Lake Wales a letter saying its grievance committee found no probable cause and had dismissed the complaint.

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Ahead of Easter, carillonneur says there's no place like Bok Tower

Geert D'hollander, who grew up and studied music in Belgium, says there's no better carillon in the world. "Bok Tower is the holy grail."

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Former Polk School Board member Wilson enters Fla. House-48 race

Former Polk County School Board member Lynn Wilson is the third Republican filing to run next year for the Florida House in District 48.

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