Middlebury, Indiana — May 1, 2026 — Bright Star Auctions is pleased to announce that Polk Auction is officially joining the Bright Star Auctions family. As part of this transition, Bright Star Auctions is committed to preserving Polk’s established identity while continuing to offer the trusted, high-quality auction experience that customers, sellers, collectors, and bidders have relied on for years.

Polk Auction will continue delivering the trusted auction experience its customers know, now supported by Bright Star Auctions’ expanded operational resources and commitment to customer service. The transition will provide buyers and sellers with tangible new benefits, including access to a broader nationwide buyer network, advanced marketing capabilities, and a streamlined customer service experience. Polk Auction’s headquarters will transition to Middlebury, Indiana, later this spring.

“We are honored to carry the Polk Auction name forward,” said Loren Beachy, Chief Executive Officer of Bright Star Auctions. “Polk has built a strong reputation and a deeply loyal following. Our goal is to protect the traditions that have made these events so successful while equipping the brand with the tools, reach, and resources needed to thrive in the future.”

The first Polk Auction under new management will be the highly anticipated 43rd Annual Labor Day Auction, scheduled for September 4–5, 2026. The upcoming event will feature the return of some fan favorites from earlier Polk years, such as the Saturday drive-through tractor auction — now enhanced with Bright Star's cutting-edge online bidding and virtual broadcast to connect with high-intent bidders nationwide. Additional details, including the auction location, daily schedule, and future dates, will be shared through Polk Auction’s existing communication channels and Facebook page.

Bright Star Auctions is excited to support the next chapter of Polk Auction, maintaining the relationships and traditions that customers trust while building toward a successful future.

For more information and future updates, please follow Polk Auction on Facebook or visit https://polkauction.com.

About Bright Star Auctions

Bright Star Auctions is a full-service auction company headquartered in Middlebury, Indiana, specializing in heavy equipment, sawmill, forestry, transportation, industrial, business liquidation, and specialty auctions. Known for its commitment to service, transparency, and strong auction results, Bright Star Auctions serves sellers and buyers across the United States through live, online, and hybrid auction events.

About Polk Auction

Headquartered in New Paris, Indiana, since its founding 40 years ago, Polk Auction is a respected auction brand known for serving collectors, sellers, and bidders through trusted auction events. With a long-standing reputation in the heavy machinery and agriculture sectors, Polk specializes in farm equipment, industrial equipment, collectibles, and specialty auctions, and has built a deeply loyal community of buyers and sellers over the last four decades.