When President Donald Trump gives the State of the Union address in the Capitol Building on…
Year: 2020
Did You Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty…
Winter AutoFest Lakeland Welcomes Special Guests, Displays and Seminars
What’s new this year? That’s a question frequently asked by guests, vendors and even members of…
Lakeland Magic’s Shelly Wilkes Selected to SportsBusiness Journal’s Forty Under 40 for Excellence in Sports Business
Lakeland Magic’s Shelly Wilkes was recently named to SportsBusiness Journal’s (SBJ) Forty Under 40 class of 2020. Wilkes…
Plant City man arrested in Polk after fleeing from Hillsborough in a stolen car
At approximately 12:45 am on Monday, February 3, 2020, PCSO deputies were notified that a stolen…
ROWSEY SETS FRANCHISE RECORD WITH 43 POINTS IN MAGIC WIN OVER GO-GO
The Lakeland Magic, NBA G League affiliate of the Orlando Magic, defeated the Capital City Go-Go 130-121 in front…
Tropics win streak stretches to seven with 5-3 road win in Mesquite; San Diego showdown next Saturday
The Florida Tropics will go into their showdown with the San Diego Sockers next weekend riding…
First Groundhog Day
On February 2, 1887, Groundhog Day, featuring a rodent meteorologist, is celebrated for the first time at…
Tropics add to record book with sixth-straight win, and first ever shutout, in 7-0 win at Dallas
The Florida Tropics won their sixth straight game – their longest win streak now in team…
The Pentagon is preparing to house 1,000’s people at military sites who may need to be quarantined due to the coronavirus outbreak
The Pentagon is preparing military installations to, if necessary, quarantine 1,000’s of people returning to the…
Publix Special Scale Mechanic keeps the supermarket’s iconic scales running
With each turn of a screw, Publix’s Special mechanic Gene Anderson preserves tradition. He chuckled as…
Former Florida Southern SID Bill Turnage Passes at Age 72
The Florida Southern College Department of Athletics is saddened to report the passing of former Sports…
DEP Public Notice of Pollution
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
LAKELAND MAGIC DEDICATE THE MONTH OF JANUARY TO YOUTH BASKETBALL BY SHARING THE IMPORTANCE OF SPORT
1,000 basketballs delivered throughout Polk County and free youth basketball clinics for the community plus more.…
Tropics Texas two-step includes stops in Dallas (Friday) and Mesquite (Saturday)
The Florida Tropics will look to continue to re-write their records book as they take on…
Thoughts on the Oscar Nominations (Part 2)
By Bob Garver Last week I looked at the nominees in the Acting categories for…
Florida Southern Swimming Programs Tabbed Scholar All-America Teams by CSCAA
The Florida Southern College women’s and men’s swimming teams were among a record 762 programs from…
One Vehicle on its roof today
A two-vehicle collision at Memorial and Lakeland Hills left one vehicle upside down and traffic backing…
WATSON CLINIC ANNOUNCES COMMUNITY LECTURES & SPECIAL EVENTS IN FEBRUARY
Watson Clinic is pleased to announce the following upcoming lectures and special events occurring in the month…
Win at St. Pete moves Eagles into second place
Polk State posted its third straight win last night, defeating St. Petersburg College 95-86 in St. Pete…
Moccasin Men’s Hoops Picks up Tenth SSC Victory in High Scoring Contest
After moving up in the NABC rankings to seventh, the Florida Southern College men’s basketball team…
Kalaydjiev’s Last Second Layup Propels Florida Southern Women’s Basketball to 67-65 Come-From-Behind Win
Sophomore Bekki Kalaydjiev scored with .9 seconds remaining in the game as the Florida Southern College women’s basketball…
Watson Clinic Announces January PEER Award Winner
Watson Clinic recognizes one outstanding employee every month as part of their Program for Employee Excellence…
THIRD ANNUAL BLACK HISTORY FESTIVAL
The third Annual Black History Festival will take place Saturday, February 15th at Jackson Park (1130 Martin…
Kanu Signs Professional Contract in Spain
One of the most decorated goal-scorers in the history of collegiate soccer has continued her playing…
FEBRUARY 3RD CITY COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA AT A GLANCE
The Agenda at a Glance includes highlights for the upcoming February 3rd City Commission Meeting Agenda. The…
Ruggles earns all MASL honors following St. Louis win
Drew Ruggles scored twice to earn All Major Arena Soccer League defender honors following the Florida…
Eagles fall to Pasco-Hernando at home
Polk State lost 10-7 to Pasco-Hernando State College yesterday at Bing Tyus Yard in Winter Haven. The Bobcats…
Women’s Tennis Set to Open 2020 Season on Friday
Florida Southern College women’s tennis opens the 2020 season this weekend as they take part in…
Hanson Repeats as SSC Player of the Week for FSC Men’s Basketball
Florida Southern College senior men’s basketball senior standout Brett Hanson has earned the Sunshine State Conference Player of…
HARRISON SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS WILL HOST LAKELAND SISTER CITIES YOUNG ARTISTS & AUTHORS SHOWCASE
Harrison School for the Arts is proud to host the Lakeland Sister Cities International “Young Artists…
East and westbound lanes of Pipkin Road were closed today due to crash
Pipkin Road West near Wildflower Drive is closed as the Polk County Sheriff’s Office investigates a…
Mocs Sweep 3,000 Meter Podium at Embry-Riddle
Ysabella Guerra won the women’s 3,000 meter event at the Embry-Riddle Indoor-Outdoor Challenge while recording the second…
Wagner Wins Twice at Embry-Riddle
Josh Wagner won the 1,000 meter and 3,000 meter events on Saturday as Matt Faller set the School Record…
Did You Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that Florida parents have always relied on their Natural Rights…
10TH ANNUAL SPENCER SYMPOSIUM TO HOST FSC ALUMNI ACCOMPLISHED IN THE FIELDS OF CHEMISTRY AND HEALTH
Six accomplished Florida Southern College alumni will return to campus to discuss topics in the fields…
Low Mileage Rides Anchor First Carlisle Auctions Offering of 2020
The first quarter of 2020 is offering central Florida residents the chance to own some of…
Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputy’s patrol car struck head-on by wrong way DUI driver
At approximately 9:45 pm on Tuesday, January 28, a driver who was later arrested for driving…
Lakeland Regional Health Team Member News
Lakeland Regional Health has the following good news to share: Jacarra Carey, CNM, APRN, MSN, joins…