Another two cases were added to the total for Polk County’s figures for COVID-19, according to the latest state Department of Health reporting. That now brings the tally up to 64 as of the evening of…
Governor Brian Kemp’s office today announced that tax revenues are sharply down compared to the year before. According to the release, collections totaled $1.84 billion compared to the April 2019 figure of $2.87 billion, a drop…
Several local students are among the spring semester Class of 2020 who will have to wait to toss their caps after receiving their diplomas. However, Georgia State University wanted to recognize the upcoming grads anyhow now…
Only two names were put forth for a pair of positions to serve through the end of 2020 in leadership for the Polk County Commission. Hal Floyd will continue on as the chair of the board,…
Polk County’s number of COVID-19 cases has reached 62, and the number of positives around the state increased past 30,000 as of the midday May 5 update from the Georgia Department of Public Health. According to…
ATLANTA – In recognition of Older Americans Month, Attorney General Chris Carr is encouraging older consumers to protect both their health and their finances during these challenging times. “We owe a debt of gratitude to our…
Students who want to participate in clubs, academic or athletic teams, or who just want to park on campus will be subject to random drug screening if the Polk County Board of Education approves a new…
Editor’s Note: The following statement was provided by Sheriff Johnny Moats to Polk.Today. the will continue to serve the people of Polk County unopposed in the 2020 Election. I am pleased to announce that I will…
Editor’s Note: The following statement was provided by Tony Brazier, candidate for the Probate Judge seat to Polk.Today. It is my desire and my passion to serve the very people that I love and that I…
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