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Polk County considers entertainment district near Iowa Events Center
Polk County leaders have envisioned an entertainment district since the Iowa Events Center was constructed, the Polk County administrator said.
Parents demand transparency as Benton Elementary health violations raise funding questions
Concerns continue about conditions inside an elementary school in Polk County after a state health inspection uncovered multiple violations, including sewage od
Polk County vaccination services at risk under regionalization plan
Polk County health officials painted a somber picture of services at stake while explaining plans by Iowa HHS to regionalize public health.
Cleaning business owner accused of repeatedly stealing and pawning clients’ jewelry
Polk County cleaning business owner arrested for stealing and pawning jewelry from clients' homes. Multiple felony charges filed.
Polk State’s Media Relations Manager earns national recognition as Sports Information Director of the Month
From his roots as a Polk County native and Florida State University alum, to his seasoned background in sports journalism and media relations, Mike Ferguson has built an award-winning reputation that is now national. College…
Downtown Des Moines could get new entertainment district
Polk County wants to study more than 12 acres around the Iowa Events Center.
Woman escapes kidnapping, drives to Polk County sheriff’s office after business owner killed
The Nebraska State Patrol has released new details as the investigation continues into an apparent murder and attempted suicide in Polk County.
Which Polk County high school football players top the leaderboard?
Here are the offensive leaders through Week 5 for Polk County high school football.
'It's very worrisome': Health officials urge vaccination amid North Carolina measles case
Polk County officials said 15 people are currently in quarantine related to a confirmed measles case linked to an ongoing outbreak in South Carolina.
NOTABLE TRANSACTIONS: September 16, 2026
Siddhi Ventures Inc., based in Ankeny, paid Maples Apartments LLC $1.5 million for property at 1011 SE Third St. in Ankeny, Polk County real estate records show. The property includes an 18-unit multifamily structure built in 1980. The transaction was recorded Sept. 8. Steven and Courtney Lowry paid Timothy and Ambe Bogardus just over $1…
Where to vote early in Polk County
Need to vote early in Polk County? Here’s where the satellite locations are and when they’re open.
Industrial rezoning near Ankeny clears hurdle
The Polk County Zoning Commission recommended that supervisors deny the request.
Orlando Health Lakeland to bring more than 1,000 jobs to Polk County
Hospital leaders say every new hire brings them one step closer to expanding healthcare access for Polk County.
Polk County Republicans turn up the heat at Summer Sizzle rally
Polk County Republicans gathered for the Summer Sizzle fundraiser on July 25 to hear remarks from candidates up and down the ballot.
Week 5 Polk County high school football results, standout performances
Here's the rundown of how Polk County high school football teams fared during Week 5 action on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026.
Polk County releases Iowa Events Center RFP
Proposals are due on Oct. 30 for organizations interested in serving as the next operator of the Iowa Events Center. Polk County is looking for either a single company or two companies to operate the facilities and provide food and beverage services. The Iowa Events Center comprises the Casey’s Center, EMC Expo Center and the…
Election Day set for Plant City, Polk County; View candidate and voting info
Polls will be open Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Polk County Health Department to stop billing private insurance Jan. 1
Starting Jan. 1, the Polk County Health Department will stop billing private insurance, a move officials say helps focus care on uninsured and underinsured patients.
Iowa health regionalization could put county services in jeopardy
Polk County Health Department could lose an estimated $150,000 as Iowa looks to regionalize health departments for services like infectious disease.
Polk County Women Mean Business Builds a Community Around Women Entrepreneurs
The new organization pairs traditional business networking with mentorship, mental health resources, professional clothing and a monthly market.
Cyclosporiasis cases rise in Polk County as health officials warn about fresh produce
Polk County has already logged 19 cyclosporiasis cases this year, up from 11 in all of 2025.
New Florida law leads Polk County Schools to add $400 sports fee for non-public student-athletes
The Polk County School Board voted unanimously Tuesday to approve a new $400 activity fee for certain non-traditional student-athletes participating in district sports.
Monstropolis Under Construction at Disney’s Hollywood Studios — Entertainment & Lifestyle
Monstropolis Under Construction at Disney's Hollywood Studios by James Coulter Get ready to scream for excitement! Because monsters are expected to arrive real soon at Walt Disney World now that a new Monsters, Inc.-themed land is being constructed. Monstropolis Under Construction Several news outlets and social media accounts have shared photographs of construction currently underway — Local reporting from Polk County, Florida.
Welcome, World Travelers! Dreamfinder and Figment Return to EPCOT — Entertainment & Lifestyle
Welcome, World Travelers! Dreamfinder and Figment Return to EPCOTby James Coulter "One little spark of inspiration is at the heart of all creation." For decades, that spark has been kept alive by a certain purple dragon, and now, after nearly thirty years, the dreamer who created him is finally returning to EPCOT. Earlier this year at the — Local reporting from Polk County, Florida.
Health officials warn of heat-related illnesses as heat wave continues across Iowa
The Polk County Health Department says folks need to take a break if they start seeing signs of dizziness, nausea and heavy sweating.
Polk County Health Department shares tips for avoiding norovirus
A new report shows that Iowa has "medium" levels of infection.