Construction will slow traffic along three East Polk County roadways next week with detours needed to…
Year: 2022
New York City has a long history of humanely reducing its numbers through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR)
New York City has a long history of working to manage the stray and feral community…
PCSO DIVE TEAM LOCATES CAR IN SADDLE CREEK DURING TRAINING
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that while members of the Polk County Dive &…
CDC touts vaccine for gay men for Florida meningitis surge
Health officials on Wednesday recommended that men in Florida who have sex with other men get…
Did you know that not all mosquitoes bite?
That’s right! Only female mosquitoes do. The reason is that females need blood to produce eggs.…
Publix won’t give COVID vaccine to children under 5
The Lakeland grocery chain said it will not release a statement explaining its decision. Since COVID-19…
Will Claiming Early Affect My Wife’s Survivor Benefit?
My wife will be turning 62 and eligible to collect Social Security this year. We realize…
Polk County deputies are looking for a former McDonald’s employee who they said burglarized his former workplace
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said Melik Khayitov, 18, of Lakeland was caught on camera while…
Managing stray cats with TNR: Public opinion and policy concerns
As communities across the U.S. grapple with how best to manage their population of stray and…
SUICIDE INVESTIGATION
On Sunday, June 19, 2022, at approximately 10:29 a.m., patrol officers responded to the shopping center…
Did you know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that another Disney World employee was recently arrested for online…
LAKELAND ROYALS ARE #1 IN THE FBA
This past Saturday the Lakeland Royals took on the visiting Palm Beach Titans. Both teams have…
Cat health and welfare after TNR: Considerations and concerns
As trap-neuter-vaccinate-return (TNVR) — or as it’s more commonly called, TNR — is increasingly utilized for…
Death investigation
Officers and detectives are currently on scene at Shoppes of Lakeland Shopping Center in North Lakeland,…
Update on WACO Kitchen
Things are moving right along at WACO Kitchen in our terminal at Lakeland Linder International Airport.…
First bodega Market coming to downtown Lakeland
For the very first time, downtown Lakeland is set to receive its very own bodega storefront.…
Do feral and stray cats spread rabies to humans?
Rabies in domestic animals was once relatively common; however, data compiled by the Centers for Disease…
Twelve suspects were arrested during “Operation Child Protector II” an investigation focused on online solicitation of minors
Beginning June 2, 2022, Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Auburndale Police Department, and Winter Haven Police Department…
Fatburger coming to Central Florida
A new California burger chain is coming to Tampa. Fatburger, along with its sister company, Buffalo’s…
Have you heard about the movie, 2000 MULES?
Written by: Brian V. Haggerty 2000 Mules documents research from True the Vote, a conservative election…
Letter: Cat Over Population Polk County
There are TNR programs (trap neuter and release) and information out there to help combat such…
Multiple car burglaries solved after teen suspect accidentally shoots himself with stolen gun
Detectives from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office were able to solve six recent car burglaries in…
MEASURES OF FITNESS REJECTED BY TNR OPPONENTS
Following their investigation into the cause of the mysterious migratory songbird deaths in New Mexico last fall,…
Gather at Publix GreenWise Market kicks off in Lakeland
Starting this month, Publix GreenWise Market in the Lakeland, Florida areas will feature a wellness series featuring weekly…
Meningitis Cases On The Rise, FL Health Officials Warn
County health officials throughout Florida are advising at-risk residents to be vaccinated in the wake of…
Lakeland resident’s name emerges in Jan. 6 investigation
Julie Jenkins Fancelli Daughter of George Jenkins is a part-time Lakeland resident, and figures in new…
Death Toll From Jan. 6 Skyrockets As Hearing Viewers Die Of Boredom
Satire Written by The Babylon Bee The deadly January 6th riots have claimed even more innocent…
Letter: Lakeland Reminder: Boycott Disney’s Movie ‘Lightyear’ Starting This Week!
Written by Monica Cole, Director www.OneMillionMoms.com Alerting all parents! Disney has outdone itself, and not in…
The Professional cat killer has done it again!
Of the 3,000 cats turned into Sheriff Grady Judd Polk County Animal Control so far in…
End of Watch Engineer/Paramedic Douglas Clemons
With a heavy heart, we share the untimely death of Polk County Fire Rescue Engineer/Paramedic Douglas…
What can Lakelanders do about the 2020 ELECTION FRAUD?
Written by: Brian V. Haggerty One thing we can all do right now is start calling…
June 14th is President Donald J. Trump’s Birthday & Flag Day
Written by: K. Marie Happy Birthday to the best President that this Country has ever had!…
Did you know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that the press secretary for Governor Ron DeSantis was recently…
LETHAL REMOVAL OF CATS BACKFIRES TNR WINS OUT
“I suppose it is tempting, if the only tool you have is a hammer, to treat…
Father’s Day is Sunday, June 19th – What to do for dad?!
Lakeside Village is hosting a street party-style event with Brass Tap and Gaskins Barbecue & Lobster…
Permitless carry gun law goes into effect in Ohio
An Ohio law that allows those 21 and older to no longer carry a permit or…
SUMMER MOVIE CLUBHOUSE IS BACK
Enjoy 8 weeks of movies for kids starting this Wednesday through August for only $1.50! More…
Help Identify – Bank Robbery Suspect
Earlier today at approximately 12:36 p.m., the suspect in the photos walked into the TD Bank…