Polk County crash involving TDCJ van, SUV; 8 taken to hospital
Eight people were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries after a crash involving an SUV and a van transporting inmates in Polk County, officials say.
Georgia donkey owner takes legal action as state investigates killing
An attorney for Polk County farmer Hannah Israel has sent at least one cease-and-desist letter over alleged online conduct following the death of her donkey, HeeHaw.
Polk County judge issues Local Declaration of Disaster after Edouard
A Local Declaration of Disaster has been issued in Polk County due to the weather impacts left by now Tropical Depression Edouard.
Donkey killed in Polk County; Dept. of Agriculture joins investigation
A Cedartown police officer has been placed on administrative leave after a donkey was fatally shot in Polk County on Sunday.
Man faces additional sexual assault, aggravated assault charges in Polk County after new victim comes forward
A man already in custody following an investigation that began with the suspicious death of a 31-year-old woman is facing additional sexual assault and violent crime charges after another alleged…
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Sample ballots for the Democratic and Republican primary runoff elections in Texas on May 26, 2026.