Why Choose The Polk County Press
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In a world filled with constant digital noise, our small town newspaper stands as a beacon of community connection and trusted information. We provide coverage of local events, stories that celebrate our unique culture, and news that truly matters to our residents. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to ensure you stay informed about what's happening right here at home. By reading our paper, you stay connected to the heart and soul of our community. Stay informed and engaged with the stories that matter most to you.
The Mulberry/Polk County Press is one of Florida's oldest news media and advertising companies and is well over a century old! but we keep up with the times with the latest in news, public service and advertising.
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MULBERRY CITY MANAGER RICK JOHNSON WILL RETIRE FROM THE CITY AFTER 12 YEARS AS
OF FEBRUARY 6, 2026. Read The Press to find out what some City Leaders believe should be done To
find a new Mulberry Manager.
STATE LAWMAKERS IN TALLAHASSEE ARE SERIOUS ABOUT REDUCING THE PROPERTY TAX BURDEN. Find out some of their plans to cut taxes in The Press. A vote on Property Tax Reduction is expected before all Florida Votes in next year's November General Election.
THE DATE HAS BEEN SET FOR THE ANNUAL MULBERRY CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY DOWNTOWN AND THE COOKIE STROLL. The date will be Friday Evening, December 5,2025 in The GEM Theater and in the Downtown Area.
Find Out by Reading The Press When the Annual Mulberry Christmas Parade will be held.
TAMPA ELECTRIC COMPANY (TECO ENGERY) IS PLANNING THE THIRD ELECTRIC BILL HIKE THIS YEAR. Read About it In The Press.
See Photos in The Press each week by Stan Hobby of Growth and Improvements in Polk County.
MOTORCYCLIST BLUE SCOTT, AGE 19, LAKELAND, PERISHES IN MOTORCYCLE CRASH ON COUNTY LINE ROAD WHEN A MOTORIST PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF HIM.
PRESS FINDS THAT WALMART'S "GREAT VALUE" PUMPKIN PIE FILLING IS FROM MEXICO!
PEOPLE STARTING TO HOARD PENNIES AS THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT IS NO LONGER MAKING THEM AND TRYING TO GET THEM OUT OF CIRCULATION. IT DOESN'T COST MUCH TO KEEP THEM BEFORE YOU CAN NO LONGER GET THEM.
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