Aviation is one of the leading industries in Polk County. Its footprint continues to grow as a variety of institutions within the community offer training programs for the next generation of workers. “Polk County is becoming a national model for aviation education. With innovative programs, strategic partnerships and a commitment to hands-on learning, the district […]
Florida Polytechnic University welcomed the new academic year on Monday, Aug. 18 with a record-breaking total enrollment of more than 1,900 students. This marks a more than 10% increase over last year’s historic enrollment and the second consecutive year of growth. Prepared and published by Florida Polytechnic University. “This remarkable enrollment underscores the growing recognition […]
Centrally located in one of the nation’s fastest-growing states, Polk County, Florida is uniquely postioned to thrive – especially when it comes to the booming aviation industry. The county is home to four distinct airports: Lakeland Linder International, Winter Haven Regional, Bartow Executive and Lake Wales Municipal. Polk County, FL is Prime for Aviation There […]
Polk County Public Schools Superintendent Frederick Heid has been at the top for four years. During this time, he has led the charge to improve the district’s annual grade back to a B. Using data, coupled with understanding, has resulted in the district improving to a B for the 2024-25 school year. Polk County Public […]
Through the Central Florida Development Council, Polk County takes a proactive approach to business recruitment. By responding to promising leads and cultivating strategic partnerships, Polk continues to welcome new companies – producing a ripple effect that benefits our entire community. Prepared by the CFDC and published by the Central Florida Media Group in Central Florida […]
Polk County Public Schools (PCPS) recently unveiled state-of-the-art simulators, which will be used to train students seeking air traffic controller (ATC) careers. Prepared for and published by Polk County Public Schools. The simulators were installed at the Bartow Executive Airport. They are part of a new ATC program available through Traviss Technical College, designed to […]
When it comes to site selection and economic development, C.J. Evans shares his expertise with Baker Tilly clients to help them with real estate projects, and to access and attain local, state and national incentives. Also, how to be successful when applying for Florida Quick Response Training Grants. Evans is Director of Site Selection & […]
Straughn Trout Architects (STA) has been acquired by Grace Design Studios, a national architecture firm. This puts the final touch on a strategic vision that started in 2022. Formerly GHC | Orcutt Winslow, Grace Design Studios is known for being innovative, incorporating community-driven design – much like Straughn Trout, which it acquired in April 2025. […]
Polk State College has received a $2.8 million Job Growth Grant. With this grant, they will start a much-needed welding program and enhance its Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining Program. FloridaCommerce awarded five colleges Florida Job Growth Grants so that they can expand training in advanced manufacturing and industrial trades. This, in turn, helps to […]
Since it was started six years ago by Logistics Plus, National Logistics Day has played an important role in showing appreciation for those who keep the national and global economies moving. Now observed annually on June 28, the day shows appreciation for those in the all-important logistics industry. Estimates show more than 9 million people […]