In preparation for Subtropical Storm Nicole and a high potential for more flooding, Polk County is making…
Month: November 2022
Little Free Library
Good things happen when we all work together! The Westgate Central Neighborhood had an extra Little…
Here we go again – Lakeland Electric looks to increase its rate this spring facing a $7 million shortfall
Lakeland Electric faces a $7 million budgetary shortfall this fiscal year and has received preliminary approval to…
Lakeland Fire Hose Test
#LakelandFD firefighters regularly test every foot of fire hose in service on all #LFD apparatus, which…
Have you seen Kale (Michael) Sgro?
Detectives are working to locate 15–year-old Michael who was last seen in the area of Cleveland…
One Piece Film: Red – Movie Review
By Bob Garver NOTE: This film is available in both “Subbed” (Japanese spoken with English subtitles)…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that you can track your election mail-in ballot? If you…
Subtropical Storm Nicole
The National Hurricane Center has issued hurricane and storm surge watches for most of Florida’s East Coast. Subtropical Storm…
AdventHealth to provide $1.7 million for Polk State Nursing
In a collaborative partnership focused on community initiatives, AdventHealth is contributing $1.7 million to the Polk…
Good Ole Fashion Mac and Cheese
INGREDIENTS • 3 cups dry elbow macaroni • 4 Tbsp salted butter • 2 (370 mL/12…
Tropical system forecast to impact parts of Florida later this week
It has been just over five weeks since Florida experienced the landfall of Hurricane Ian. And…
Tropical Weather Outlook
A trough of low pressure located over the northeastern Caribbean Sea is producing a large area…
Holy Hell: On 8th Day ‘God Made’ Ron DeSantis, Says New Campaign Ad Most Christians Do Not Like It!
Florida’s GOP Gov. Ron DeSantis released his latest campaign ad Friday, and it’s out of this world. After creating…
Aramark will be running all food and beverage at Legoland in January
The Legoland Florida Resort and parent company Merlin Entertainments recently announced in a layoff notice that its food and beverage…
TLC PetSnip – The Peyton Surgical Center and The McCutcheon Medical Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The Peyton Surgical Center and The McCutcheon Medical Center finally had their Ribbon Cutting Ceremony. We…
Florida Newspapers Line Up Behind Charlie Crist In Governor’s Race
Democrat Charlie Crist has picked up more endorsements by Florida newspapers — this time from the…
Fixing flagged mail-in ballots in Florida
Voters are encouraged to track their ballot online if they voted by mail to be positive…
KFC Coleslaw
Ingredients 1 Bag coleslaw mix shredded cabbage ½ C. Shredded carrots ¼ C. finely chopped onion…
Electric-vehicle charging stations at Bonnet Springs
Lakeland Electric recently provided electric-vehicle charging stations at Bonnet Springs Park. We worked with SEM Power…
Two murder suspects from the Virgin Islands were arrested by Polk County deputies
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested two murder suspects from the Virgin Islands on Thursday, November…
The Lakeland Christmas Parade
Editorial The Lakeland Christmas Parade was a time-honored tradition but the Jr League Maggie Briggs the…
State Farm notifies reinsurers of $1.03bn gross Ian loss
US personal lines giant State Farm has told its reinsurers that it expects claims from Hurricane…
Haines City High School teacher accused of a sex act with a student
A Haines City High School math teacher was arrested and charged Wednesday with having sexual contact…
EMERGENCY SEWER REPAIR WILL IMPACT THE LAKELAND SQUARE MALL ACCESS ROAD
The Water Utilities Wastewater Collection Division will repair and replace a failing sewer main that crosses…
LAKELAND MAGIC ANNOUNCE 2022-23 OPENING NIGHT ROSTER
The Lakeland Magic announced their 2022-23 season roster. The team stands at 12 players, including Orlando…
Do you know them?
#PCSO is looking for #VibesAndAmbition. More specifically, this pair who stole from a Lakeland convenience store.…
Watson Clinic Announces November 2022 PEER Award Winner
Watson Clinic recognizes one outstanding employee every month as part of their Program for Employee Excellence…
Polk State College adds $215.5 million to Polk County economy
A recent study asserts that even during the midst of a global pandemic, Polk State College’s credit…
Why Are Political Ads Allowed To Run Misinformation?
Midterm elections are underway, and with them come political ads that aren’t always true. Why is…
Epic Beef Nacho Supreme
IngredientsTaco Seasoning (or you can use one packet/ serving of store-bought taco seasoning)1 pound ground beef1/2…
Sheriff Defends Stand Your Ground Law on Heels of Attempted Murder Arrests
Grady Judd is justifying his encouragement of residents to shoot intruders “like grated cheese” after two…
14 Sex Offenders, Predators Arrested In Polk County On Halloween
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit, Crime Suppression Teams and the Florida Department of…
Hezedean A. Smith as the new Polk County Fire Rescue Chief
The Polk County Board of Commissioners approved Hezedean A. Smith as the new Polk County Fire…
THE BOMBS BURSTING IN AIR
Written by: Van Yandell Joel 2: 11 “And the LORD shall utter his voice before his…