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Lakeland’s own Karen Olivo sets the Broadway’s Critics on Fire for ‘Moulin Rouge’
Ms. Karen Olivo awe-struck New York Times critic in her lead role of Satine in Thursday’s opening…
WATSON CLINIC ANNOUNCES COMMUNITY LECTURES & SPECIAL EVENTS IN AUGUST
Watson Clinic is pleased to announce the following upcoming lectures and special events occurring in the…
The sixth case of rabies in 2019 confirmed in Polk County
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control Section confirmed on Friday, July 26, 2019, the sixth…
PCSO & Bartow Ford present “Back to School Safety Bash” this weekend
On Saturday, July 27, 2019, from 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., PCSO and Bartow Ford will hold a Back…
Polk County Animal Control giving away free pets on Saturdays during “Dog (and Cat) Days of Summer” promotion
Every Saturday in July, Polk County Animal Control is waiving the adoption fees for dogs and…
Williams Foods LLC Initiates a Voluntary Recall of Taco Seasoning Product Due to Possible Presence of Salmonella Contamination
Williams Foods LLC has initiated a voluntary and precautionary recall of the following items: Item number…
Tropics SC to meet Milwaukee Bavarian SC in UPSL national semifinal playoff game Saturday
If the Tropics SC are going to win the United Premier Soccer League championship this weekend,…
Search warrant in Davenport yields five drug-related arrests and other charges
On Wednesday, July 24, 2019, PCSO detectives served a search warrant at 105 Page Road in…
Reports of possible ‘explosion’ at Mosaic South Pierce plant.
Polk Fire Rescue says they received a call about “explosion” located at the Mosaic South Pierce…
Lakeland newest eatery to cash in on biscuits baby…… with a Farmhouse vibe
Lakeland is getting in on one of the hottest new restaurant trends with Biscuits and Benedicts,…
PORTION OF NEWLY CONSTRUCTED WEST LAKE PARKER MULTI-USE PATH WILL FEATURE HISTORIC ARTWORK BY STUDENTS
The City of Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is working in partnership with the Polk County…
FWC resources for logging and reporting harvested deer
Now available! Please see instructions and resources for logging and reporting harvested deer at MyFWC.com/HarvestReport. New rules…
EMERGENCY SEWER REPAIR WILL IMPACT PORTION OF CLEVELAND HEIGHTS BOULEVARD AND THREE PARKS TRAIL
City of Lakeland crews will start an emergency sewer repair located behind 817 Carleton Street over…
SEU Cross Country 2019 Race Schedule Set
Southeastern University Men’s and Women’s Cross Country Coach Paul Kurtz announced the 2019 schedule for his programs.…
Governor and Cabinet Approve Acquisition on Historically Rich Fish Island
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved the acquisition of 57 acres on Fish…
Polk County Sheriff’s Office: 18-year-old arrested for computer porn, lewd battery on girl, 14
An 18-year-old was arrested on felony charges of computer porn and lewd battery on a 14-year-old…
Governor and Cabinet Approve Acquisition in the Wakulla Springs Protection Zone
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved the acquisition of an additional 717 acres within…
SEU Track and Field Honored by USTFCCC for Academics
Southeastern University’s track and field program was honored for its academic success during its first year…
Environmental Initial Report
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
Herbal Doctor Remedies Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of All Drug Products Due to Marketing Without FDA Approval and Concerns with Manufacturing Practices
Herbal Doctor Remedies is voluntarily recalling all drug products (see table below) within expiry to the…
Fake 100-dollar bills are circling the state
FBI and FDLE is warning the public of a new batch of fake money that has…
Supervisor of Elections Hosts Recruitment Event in Lakeland
Polk County residents are invited to apply to become election workers during an informational meeting scheduled…
Animal Recovery Mission investigates an Organic Dairy …. Video is VERY GRAPHIC
From ARM…This investigation is yet another example of the systemic and illegal abuse that has been…
Tropical Weather Outlook
Tropical Weather Outlook NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL 800 AM EDT Wed Jul 24 2019…
The City of Lakeland leads a pilot study in red-light running detection program
Red-light cameras don’t stop drivers from running lights, but new technology could decrease the odds of…
Construction behind schedule at Lakeland’s Academy Prep
Academy Prep Center of Lakeland on Lakeland Hills Blvd. is set to open August 12th. “I’d…
Pros and Cons of Bundling Insurance
By Taylor Kovar Shopping for insurance is a big deal. If you feel like it’s a…
MAGIC SIGN JOSH MAGETTE TO TWO-WAY CONTRACT
The Orlando Magic have signed guard Josh Magette (mah-JET) to a two-way contract, President of Basketball Operations Jeff…
Social Security – Care and Beware
By Glenn Mollette Americans should be able to draw 100% of their social security benefits at…
Nearly 200 gallons of sulfuric acid released after Mosaic pipeline leaked
Mosaic said a pipeline leaked sulfuric acid at the New Wales facility. Nearly 200 gallons of…
Tropical Weather Outlook
Tropical Weather Outlook NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL 800 AM EDT Tue Jul 23 2019…
New Bill Could Help Protect Florida’s At-Risk Wildlife
by Trimmel Gomes Florida News Connection TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Congress is considering a bill that would…
Mental Health Classes Mandated in Florida Public Schools
by Trimmel Gomes Florida News Connection TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Public schools in Florida will now be…
Watch the trailer of Tom Hanks as Mr. Rogers
That’s because the new trailer for “Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” is here! Many of us…
Bryant Added to Wrestling Coaching Staff
Southeastern University Head Wrestling Coach Brandon Jorge has hired Jameel Bryant as an assistant coach for the Fire.…
LAKE BEULAH SHORELINE IMPROVEMENT
SHORELINE EROSION RESTORATION AND STABILIZATION PROJECT USING DREDGESOX TECHNOLOGY The City of Lakeland will soon be…
Tropical Weather Outlook
Tropical Weather Outlook NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL 200 PM EDT Mon Jul 22 2019…
BONNET SPRINGS PARK RECEIVES MAJOR GIFT
Bonnet Springs Park is excited to announce a legacy gift for the Bonnet Springs Park Capital…
“The Lion King – Movie review
By Bob Garver It’s time for the latest entry into the trend of Disney live-action…
Tropical Weather Outlook
Tropical Weather Outlook NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL 200 PM EDT Sun Jul 21 2019…