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Polk GOP Halloween Post Draws Criticism Over Racial Connotations
Polk County School Board candidate Victor Sims says he accepts Polk GOP Chairman Sam Romain’s explanation.
2026 Election Results: Close Races, Political Shifts, and Key Ballot Measures
Kate Wallace holds onto her School Board seat while Scott Franklin secures reelection in a closer-than-expected congressional race, as voters weigh in on state amendments and local leadership.
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Polk Voters Approve Additional Funds for Polk Schools
Polk County residents approved a county school board referendum to raise additional money for Polk County Public Schools (PCPS). The measure passed with 60% of the vote.
Florida House District 51 Flips to Democrat Octavio Hernandez
Hernandez flips a district that Republicans carried by nearly 14 points just two years ago.
Lakeland Votes: Midterm Live Election Results
Live results for the Nov. 3, 2026 Midterm Election. Check for updates.
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