Auburndale, FL news on Friday, October 30, 2026

In Auburndale, FL on Friday, October 30, 2026: Dengue confirmed in Polk County; protect against mosquitoes. Also: Today: Fun in Lake Alfred presents Trick-or-Treat event on Halloween near Auburndale; Polk County Sheriff arrested 281 people in human trafficking and child predator sting operation. Weather: Mostly fair Friday with highs near 82°F and light winds.

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Headlines

Today: Fun in Lake Alfred presents Trick-or-Treat event on Halloween near Auburndale.Daily Ridge · Oct 30, 8:25 AM

News & local government

Early voting ends this weekend in Florida; check locations and hours before Sunday deadline.FOX 35 Orlando · Oct 29, 10:44 PM · Around

Safety & emergencies

Polk County Sheriff arrested 281 people in human trafficking and child predator sting operation.FOX 13 Tampa Bay · Oct 30, 6:05 AM · Around
Polk County warns residents about dead batteries and safety dangers during Halloween season.Polk County Government (.gov) · Oct 30, 7:55 AM · Around

Traffic & transport

Lakeland's South Florida Avenue redesign project could take 3.5 years to complete.Tampa Bay 28 · Oct 29, 6:14 PM · Around

Health & care

Dengue case confirmed in Polk County; health officials urge residents to protect against mosquito bites.Pasco News · Oct 29, 8:31 PM · Around

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