The Meeting Place is accepting donations for its Christmas Cheer on Wheels event. Shoe boxes will be filled with a variety of items and then dispersed to those in need in Polk County.
In this installment of "Get to Know," we learn a bit about the Polk County Board of Commissioners and what the group does to serve the citizens of Polk County.
The Polk County government offices, including the county landfill, will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25, in observance of Thanksgiving. Also, some fun facts to share with your family and friends.
While we get closer to the end of the year, and the holiday season, there are plenty of non-profits who can use some help. We've got a list of potential places where you can help.
The Friends of Agriculture Breakfast returns at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, November 16th at the Green Creek Community Center with Polk County's County Ranger, Ryan Searcy.
Election Day is quickly approaching and there's still time to take part in the advance voting period. You can vote at your precinct on Tuesday, Nov. 8, from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Local results will be posted online after polls close on the Board of Elections' webpage.