It’s been more than two years since Lakeland Linder International Airport had a restaurant. The city’s…
Day: August 17, 2021
Lakeland may finally be getting a new cell tower near the Polk Parkway
The city of Lakeland may finally be getting a cell tower after two denials over the past…
‘I’m a pedophile:’ Hialeah man arrested in Polk County accused of raping 15-year-old
The man had a tattoo with the victim’s name on his forearm, sheriff says A man…
Hospitals feel the squeeze
Last week, the hospital announced it would be temporarily postponing elective surgeries requiring an overnight stay.…
‘Avoid using the 911 system’ if you can, Polk’s EMS leader urges
Ambulances backing up outside Lakeland Regional as EMS crews are ‘critically stretched.’ A burly man with…
A Lakeland man has been arrested on charges of child abuse and resisting arrest.
On Monday, Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested 29-year-old Jose Luis Garcia of Lakeland for Child…
Florida Board of Education finds Alachua, Broward defied school masks order
The Florida Board of Education voted Tuesday at an emergency meeting to find Alachua and Broward…
Lack of FDEP enforcement why?
DEP continues to carefully monitor weather and site conditions at the Piney Point facility. But refuses…
Six kittens rescued from an MH park
The six kittens rescued from an MH park last week are clamoring for their breakfast this…
Rita’s Ice is coming
Rita’s Ice is coming to Market Square Shopping Center. While an exact opening date is TBA,…
Hot & Humid
Fred continues his movement northward through the Mid-Atlantic states, while Tropical Storm Grace continues tracking westward…
COVID-19 cases in Polk County Schools
Polk County Public Schools is committed to transparency and will provide weekly updates on how COVID-19…
Congratulations Inspector Taylor Riley!
Congratulations Inspector Taylor Riley! Inspector Riley has earned the National Fire Protection Association’s Certified Fire Protection…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that The Center for Disease Control recently and incorrectly reported…