June 18-20, 2021 engaging the vibrant art culture of Lakeland through a celebration of pianists and…
Month: June 2021
Senate approves bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday
The Senate passed a bill Tuesday that would make Juneteenth, or June 19th, a federal holiday…
Pop-up vaccination clinic
Polk County Public Schools is partnering with the Florida Department of Health in Polk County to…
Red, White & Kaboom
The T. Mims Corp. Red, White & Kaboom Independence Day Celebration will take place at Lake…
Thousands of Floridians are making their voices heard and speaking out against Governor DeSantis’ decision to end federal unemployment benefits at the end of this month
Not only is ending federal enhanced unemployment benefits pointless, but it will also damage Florida’s economy.…
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce Opens 2021 ATHENA Leadership Awards Nominations
The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce is now collecting nominations for The ATHENA Leadership Award, The ATHENA…
City of Lakeland Toilet Rebate Program
City of Lakeland Water Utilities is currently offering up to a $100 per toilet rebate to…
LAKELAND MAGIC ANNOUNCE FIRST HOME GAME DATES FOR 2021-22 SEASON
The Lakeland Magic, NBA G League affiliate of the Orlando Magic, announced today the first home…
Polk County has a pilot program that will test drinkable, treated wastewater
As the population climbs towards one million and water resources become strained, Polk County officials approved…
PCSO has a brand-new jail booking facility
PCSO has a brand-new jail booking facility located in Winter Haven. The Sheriff’s Processing Center, located…
Did You Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that there has been a growing fatherhood crisis across America?…
Amazon sold warehouse in Polk County for $170 million
Another Amazon.com facility in Polk County has sold for a blistering price. Amazon’s 1.078 million-square-foot warehouse…
Looking for a restaurant gig?
It’s no secret: many restaurants are struggling to recruit talent in 2021. Looking to find work in the…
A central Florida couple was arrested after police say they rammed an officer, tried to run over a K-9
A Haines City Police Officer was patrolling at about 2 a.m. when a blue 2003 Toyota…
NHC is issuing advisories
On this Monday evening, NHC is issuing advisories on Tropical Depression Two, located over the Atlantic…
What changes in Lakeland’s Downtown, Midtown, and Dixieland CRA …..
What changes in Lakeland’s Downtown, Midtown, and Dixieland CRA areas are you most excited about? What…
2018 Nissan Rogue Struck by Lightning
The Florida Highway Patrol said lightning struck a vehicle Monday morning on Interstate 75 in Broward…
The city of Brooksville’s accidentally sold its water tower in a blundered real estate transaction
A businessman purchased a municipal building underneath the city of Brooksville’s water tower last April for…
The Saharan dust is back!
Keep your eyes out for more vibrant and colorful sunsets this week, possibly starting tomorrow night,…
Happy Flag Day!
Happy #FlagDay! The flag represents all the values and liberties Americans have and are continuing to…
Alta Schoolhouse is coming to Lakeland
Alta Schoolhouse is coming to Lakeland as a year-round school for children aged 2-5. The school…
Tuesdays are always TERRIFIC at CMX!!!
CMX LAKESIDE VILLAGE 18 & IMAX – LAKELAND will offer $5.00 tickets all day, all seats…
Catapult Maker Space is Now Open
Catapult’s Maker Space is officially open. The Maker Space is located inside the recently opened entrepreneur…
Strategize your money flow
By Dr. Glenn Mollette If your outgo is more than your income then your upkeep will…
The city of Lakeland will begin milling and resurfacing New Jersey Rd from N Crystal Lake Dr to S Rd 98
Contractors working for the City of Lakeland will begin milling and resurfacing New Jersey Rd from…
Repairs at Ewell Road CSX Rail Crossing Postponed Until Wednesday
Repairs scheduled to start today at the CSX Ewell Road rail crossing between Old Hwy. 37…
In the Heights – Movie Review
By Bob Garver “In the Heights” is based on the 2008 Tony winner for Best…
June 14th is Flag Day — when we take the time to reflect on and show respect for Our Grand Old Flag
It is said that the flag of the United States was designed by Betsy Ross, a…
OUR Florida
Helping Floridians Get Back on Their Feet Florida’s federally-funded emergency rental assistance relief program to support…
Petition Urges FL Governor to Keep “Vital” Unemployment Benefits
By Trimmel Gomes Laid-off workers are appealing to Gov. Ron DeSantis to reverse plans to terminate…
Rocky Horror Picture Show
Hell On Heels ARC Towing Service Welp the cat is outta the bag. only a few…
PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE RESCINDED
Polk County Utilities has rescinded the PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE that was issued on Friday, June…
2021 Fallen Heroes Memorial 5K – September 11, 2021
2021 Fallen Heroes Memorial 5K – September 11, 2021 Register Today with Coupon Code HONOR21 and…
Jurassic World VelociCoaster officially open at Universal Orlando
The hunt is officially on. The Jurassic World VelociCoaster opens up to the public at Universal’s Islands of…
Lakeland Christmas Parade Returns December 2
The parade will start at 7 PM at the RP Funding Center on a 1.25-mile course…
Polk Tax Offices Closed on June 21
Service centers for the Polk County Tax Collector’s Office will be closed on June 21 for…
Disney World parks now only requiring masks on park transportation
Walt Disney World in Florida will lift its indoor mask mandate for vaccinated guests on June…
Do you need assistance or know someone who does?
Do you need assistance or know someone who does? Polk’s Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) received…