By Bob Garver Even among the crowded 2010’s box office, “Jurassic World” managed to be…
Year: 2022
JASON WILLEY NAMED ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The City of Lakeland is pleased to announce the promotion of Jason Willey to Assistant Director…
HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION
On Sunday, June 12, 2022, shortly after 8:00 p.m., uniform patrol officers responded to the 900…
A City Commissioner Rejects New Apartment Complex Due to Lack of Kickbacks
Satire In a surprise admission that has called long-held assumptions about local government corruption into question,…
Grady Judd the “professional cat killer” wants them all dead – Why not use Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR)?
Editorial Trap-Neuter-Return is the humane and effective approach for stray and feral cats. Now in practice…
Bryan Riley Plans Insanity Defense in the killing of four
Bryan James Riley’s Lawyers intend to argue that he was insane when he killed four people,…
Meet Janelle
Now available for adoption is Janelle, a gorgeous, long-haired grey tabby with beautiful, cool green eyes.…
Lakeland has a Velociraptor – come and see it before it’s gone
Have you seen what wandered into the Lakeland Antique Mall yesterday? This Velociraptor was originally displayed…
United Methodist Leaders focus on inclusion at the annual conference
As Derrick Scott III stood on a stage Friday afternoon at Branscomb Auditorium, he gave no…
Vehicle versus structure call located in Lakeland
On Friday, #PCFR personnel responded to a vehicle versus structure call located in Lakeland, FL. Prior…
We’re glad the Sandhill Crane is okay! Thanks, Scott and Bryan!
We’re glad the Sandhill Crane is okay! Thanks, Scott and Bryan!
Three teens already on probation for burglary and other charges were arrested for armed burglary; two firearms stolen
On Thursday, June 9, 2022, Polk County Sheriff’s detectives arrested 18-year-old Chelsea May McGhee of Tampa, 17-year-old Aaliyah Fontanez…
Polk County Sheriff’s Office locates Plant City man after he fled from a fatal crash
A man who fled from a fatal crash in Polk County on Wednesday, June 8, 2022,…
If Kids Go To Drag Show Parents Should Be Charged
Gov. DeSantis said he supports a GOP lawmaker who wants parents who bring their kids to…
Summer Meals Available
Looking for summer meals info? PCPS will once again participate in the statewide Summer Breakspot program.…
BS Ranch and Farm vs Lake Hancock
420,000,000 pounds of toxic sewer sludge was dumped a quarter-mile upstream of Lake Hancock. What’s your…
$3.2 Million was awarded to the University of South Florida to contribute to the development of blood tests for Alzheimer’s disease
The University of South Florida is seeking healthy older adults to volunteer for the Preventing Alzheimer’s…
Wendy’s adds a new Frosty flavor for the summer
As Wendy’s is reportedly looking to sell its company, the restaurant chain announced a new Frosty…
New Florida Funding Passes House Polk County receives 10 million dollars
Today Rep. Demings supported the passage of the Water Resource Development Act of 2022 POLK COUNTY,…
CDC Raises Monkeypox Alert, Recommends Masks during Travel, Then Removes Advice
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday raised its alert level for monkeypox to level…
Come on Grady Judd we did your job – now approve the TNR program for Polk County
Editorial Communities like Polk County have outdated ordinances that are a barrier to TNR and need…
Did you know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that someone installed an electrical outlet on a traffic light…
Dennis Ross suspends his campaign
Former congressman Dennis Ross of Lakeland has suspended his campaign for the open seat in U.S.…
The Queen having tea with Paddington
The Queen having tea with Paddington – incredible that at 96 and after 70 years on…
Lakeland-based Saddle Creek continues expansion with the Las Vegas distribution center
Lakeland-based Saddle Creek Logistics Services announced Thursday it plans to open a new distribution center in Las Vegas. The “shared-space…
The Lakeland Royals
The Lakeland Royals were coming off of their first lost as they hosted the Florida Flight…
The Bob’s Burgers Movie- Review
By Bob Garver Since premiering in 2011, “Bob’s Burgers” has very quietly become an invaluable…
Protecting our children from the shooters
Dr. Glenn Mollette Most federal career politicians end up very wealthy. They make good salaries. They…
20.4% increase in COVID cases in Polk County
New infections of COVID-19 and the positivity rate continue to rise in Polk County. The county registered…
Lakeland commission denies Lake Miriam Apartments
Commissioners will have one of three options Monday: to approve the development, to approve it with…
Customers WILL see higher bills as Lakeland Commission approves the Lakeland Electric fuel rate hike
Lakeland Commission has approved Lakeland Electric fuel rate from $40 to $60 per 1,000-kilowatt-hours starting July 1.
Letter: Lk Miriam Apts traffic and parking issues
Written by Jeff Cox, Lk Miriam Drive resident on the same side of the road west…
‘We shot him a lot’: PCSO shoots Lakeland man who threatened to kill wife, deputies
Polk County deputies shot and killed what they called an “active shooter” at a mobile home…
City News Blog: Red, White, & Kaboom 2022 – Independence Day Celebration – July 3rd
T. Mims Corp. Red, White & Kaboom Independence Day Celebration will take place at Lake Mirror…
HERE IT COMES…Customers will see higher bills as Lakeland Electric seeks to raise the fuel rate
Lakeland Electric customers are likely to see their monthly bills increase this summer by $20 a…
Tropical Weather Outlook
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL For the North Atlantic…Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico:…
Parking compared Lk Miriam to Mirrorton
A Letter to the Mayor and Commissioners, Friday morning before the City Commission agenda study at…
Lakeland solicits new proposals for new management of RP Funding Center
Lakeland officials are enquiring to see if they can save taxpayers money by hiring a management…
DeSantis vetoes $50 million for Lakeland courthouse to house new appellate court
The construction of a state courthouse in Lakeland will have to wait. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis…