UPDATE: All lanes are open on the Skyway Bridge. FHP Troopers responded to a single unit…
Month: September 2021
Some Teachers’ DeSantis-Signed Checks Bounce
Today the Florida Department of Education confirmed that at least fifty physical bonus checks issued to…
Senator Kelli Stargel to Speak at Southeastern University
Southeastern University’s Center for Women in Leadership (CWL) will host Senator Kelli Stargel on its Lakeland…
Congratulations to our newest LFD Driver/Engineer Mark Rice
Congratulations to our newest Driver/Engineer Mark Rice! Mark joined Lakeland Fire Department in 2014, serving as…
LAKELAND CITY COMMISSION FINALIZES THE FISCAL YEAR 2022 BUDGET
THE BUDGET INCLUDES 5.4323 MILLAGE RATE & LAW ENFORCEMENT BODY-WORN CAMERAS The Lakeland City Commission finalized…
Legoland anniversary celebration includes a new attraction
Legoland Florida Resort in Winter Haven has a lineup of events for Oct. 15 to celebrate…
The state will seek the death penalty for Bryan Riley in the murder of the North Lakeland family
The State Attorney’s Office said Friday it intends to seek the death penalty for Bryan James…
Florida’s new surgeon general has promoted COVID-19 misinformation?
Editorial Gov. Ron DeSantis is doubling down on his disastrous approach to COVID-19, selecting a surgeon general…
Letter to the Editor ….. I’m highly dissatisfied with Bill Mutz as Mayor of Lakeland and here’s why
Written by Aubreigh Kennedy I’m highly dissatisfied with Bill Mutz as Mayor of Lakeland and here’s…
Legoland offers family fun day to Down Syndrome Association members
Legoland Florida Resort is expecting 300 guests on Friday from the Down Syndrome Association of Central Florida, which will include more…
Lakeland teen gymnast Nastia Katchalova headed to World Championships
Anastasia “Nastia” Katchalova’s mother jokes that she’s been participating in gymnastics since she was in the womb. Now Katchalova, 16, is preparing for…
Nicholas and Ashley Barnett Peace Pagoda at Bonnet Springs Park
Check out how far the Nicholas and Ashley Barnett Peace Pagoda at Bonnet Springs Park is…
THREE PARKS TRAIL PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE WILL BE CLOSED STARTING SEPTEMBER 27 FOR REPAIRS
The pedestrian bridge in Peterson Park, connecting the southern portion of Three Parks Trail to New…
EAST BAY STREET RESURFACING PROJECT
Contractors working for the City of Lakeland will begin milling along East Bay Street from North…
Tarp Donation Drive for Louisiana Hurricane Victims
FHP Troopers are teaming with the Sickles High School ROTC Unit to collect tarps for Hurricane…
Lakeland Regional Health COVID-19 Numbers Update
The information below provides a snapshot of what we are experiencing at the hospital. NUMBERS AT…
Is God mad at you?
Dr. Glenn Mollette We all may have some issues with the past. Past problems, past mistakes,…
POLK COUNTY ROADS & DRAINAGE PROJECT WILL CLOSE A PORTION OF ARIANA STREET
The Polk County Division of Roads & Drainage will start a project on Wednesday, September 29th that…
Cooking Safety | Part 2
By the Lakeland Fire Department Always cook with caution! But if you happen to find yourself…
Volleyball Overpowers Ave Maria
Women’s Volleyball | Box Score Following the first two sets, it looked as if Southeastern and Ave…
Coffee with a Cop Wed, October 6th, from 7 – 10 a.m.
We’re super excited about this year’s #CoffeeWithACop at Stingray Chevrolet Bartow and our brothers & sisters…
Lakeland Fire Chief Doug Riley in Tallahassee
Chief Doug Riley was afforded the opportunity to present to our elected officials in Tallahassee this…
Texas-style ‘heartbeat’ abortion bill filed in Florida
State Rep. Webster Barnaby, R-Deltona, filed a proposal Wednesday that aims to follow Texas’ lead in…
New Florida surgeon general drastically changes COVID -19 rules for school districts
Florida’s newly appointed surgeon general issued a new emergency rule Wednesday that makes drastic changes to…
City commissioners have approved regulations for party pedal vehicles in Downtown Lakeland
Lakeland city commissioners have approved regulations for party pedal vehicles in Downtown Lakeland. Vehicles like the pedal pub have proved to…
PCSO is investigating a hit-and-run
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit is investigating a hit-and-run that occurred between 6:25 and…
Florida Tropics re-sign all-star goaltender Hugo Silva
The Florida Tropics have re-signed two-time All Major Arena Soccer League Second Team All-Star goalkeeper Hugo…
Lakeland Chamber Welcomes New Investor Engagement Manager
The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome our new Investor Engagement Manager, Monica DiNicolantonio.…
TRAFFIC ALERT – US 98S and Commerce Point Drive
Lakeland Police are on the scene of a traffic crash with serious injuries near US 98…
2 Killed, 1 Critically Injured In Car Crash On I-4: Troopers
The Florida Highway Patrol has not been able to identify the driver of the car. The…
Tampa Bay Carjacking Event September 21, 2021
On September 21, 2021, at 7:30 am, the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a call of…
Can You Help Identify a Suspect in a Felony Theft Case?
This repeat thief really likes plants at a particular residence on Hunter Street in the Dixieland…
Ron DeSantis Hires New Surgeon General Who’s Anti-Vaxx and Anti-Mask
By the Florida Democratic Party Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced Dr. Joseph Ladapo as Florida’s newest…
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo as Florida Surgeon General
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo, MD, PhD, as Florida…
Brandon Rafool to serve as Judge on Polk County Court selected by Gov. DeSantis
Brandon Rafool will serve as Judge on the Polk County Court, Governor Ron DeSantis said in…
Cooking Safety | Part 1
By the Lakeland Fire Department Cooking doesn’t normally present a lot of danger, but you still…
Can You Help Identify?
On Friday, September 17, 2021, the subject pictured attempted to rob the SunTrust bank on North…
Congrats, Fire Chief Riley
FFCA President and Lakeland Fire Chief, Doug Riley, was recognized by Governor Ron DeSantis today at…
Weather 9/21
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL 947 AM EDT Tue Sep 21…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that thousands of Haitians continue to flood our U.S. Southern…
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce Holds Successful ATHENA Awards Program
The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce held a successful ATHENA Awards Program at the RP Funding Center…