Ian Bennett scored twice, extending his Major Arena Soccer League goal-scoring streak to a record 37…
Month: January 2023
Miss USA wins Miss Universe Competition
R’Bonney Gabriel, a fashion designer, model and sewing instructor from Texas who competition officials said is…
Lakeland Fire milestone awards today
We have another round of milestone awards today! Chief Riley recognized Lieutenant Chris Caustic for 20…
JONATHAN ISAAC RETURNS IN VICTORY OVER SWARM
The Lakeland Magic, NBA G League affiliate of the Orlando Magic, defeat the Greensboro Swarm 117-100…
The Scariest Things on Earth
The Sheriff’s Office makes MONEY from killing cats and kittens. Grady Judd the “professional cat killer”…
Multi-jurisdictional investigation in Polk and Osceola Counties involving an open house party in Polk and a fatal crash in Osceola
Sheriff Grady Judd gave preliminary information about a multi-jurisdictional investigation that began in the Sol Terra…
URGENT – FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 9 AM EST SUNDAY
National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL Sat Jan 14, 2023 Polk-Hardee-Highlands-DeSoto-Inland Hillsborough-Including the cities of…
Potentially Big News from the Reedy Creek Planning Meeting
The Reedy Creek Improvement District held a public planning meeting. These meetings are generally somewhat routine,…
AN INTENTIONAL DESIGN
Written by Van Yandell Genesis 3: 13 “And the LORD God said unto the woman, What…
Lakeland Power Plant Implosion Jan 14 2023
An explosive boom heard across Lakeland on Saturday morning marked the end of an era for…
LAKELAND MAGIC FALL TO THE SWARM IN OVERTIME
The Lakeland Magic, NBA G League affiliate of the Orlando Magic, fall to the Greensboro Swarm…
BAYCARE HEALTH, LAKELAND REGIONAL HEALTH, AND THE STATE OF FLORIDA INVEST IN FLORIDA SOUTHERN’S NURSING PROGRAMS
Written by FSC Staff Florida Southern College is one of 27 colleges in the Sunshine State…
Florida Sheriff’s new cutting-edge programs
“Polk County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the implementation of their new feline programs. In…
Lakeland Fire Engine 21 visits Beacon Hill Preschool
The weather held out for Engine 21 this morning while the crew visited Beacon Hill Preschool.…
Researchers See Major Achievement Gap Between Florida 4th and 8th Graders
A study from Stanford University’s Educational Opportunity Project showed from third to eighth grade, Florida’s students…
Lakeland HS names Marvin Frazier as Head Football Coach
Marvin Frazier came to Lakeland in 2019 because he wanted to learn under Bill Castle. Now…
Lakeland Fire Dept celebrates two service milestones
Lakeland Fire Dept celebrates two service milestones – Lieutenant Peter Martucci for 10 years of service…
How about a Carousel at Munn Park?
This 1900s Denzel Menagerie at castle park was originally found among the first rides in the…
Higher Ed Braces for DeSantis Attacks on Unions, ‘Trendy Ideology’
Written by Trimmel Gomes Florida News Connection If it’s “woke,” “trendy,” or has anything to do…
JESSICA VALDES SECURES A PRESTIGIOUS GOLDMAN SACHS SUMMER INTERNSHIP
by FSC Staff Political Science major Jessica Valdes ’24 has accepted a nine-week paid summer internship…
Lisa Marie Presley, Singer, Songwriter and Elvis’ Daughter, Dies at 54
Lisa Marie Presley, the smoky-voiced singer and songwriter who led a soap opera existence as the…
Lakeland Electric Offers Medically Essential Service Program
What Does The Medically Essential Service Program Provide? This program provides Lakeland Electric customers with reasonable…
The oldest polar bear in captivity in the US dies at 33
A 33-year-old polar bear who lived at the Kansas City Zoo in Missouri for around 10 years has…
RP Funding Center could keep its name in exchange for $1.25M over five years
Widespread rumors over name change and whether the name of the RP Funding Center would change…
2023 Lakeland’s Martin Luther King Day celebration festivities will span 10 days
MLK Inaugural Leadership Forum: “Living, Learning and Leading Lakeland – Friday, Jan. 13, 2 p.m. –…
Polk County fire Chief Smith was sworn in and the new Winston Creek station unveiled
Fire Chief Hezedean A. Smith was formally sworn in during a ceremony to unveil a new Polk…
Lakeland Downtown Farmers Curb Market
Sat, Jan 14, 2023 Add to Calendar Additional Dates Sat, Jan 21, 2023 Sat, Jan 28,…
Dream Fest Kids Edition: Day of Caring
Sat, Jan 14, 2023, 10:00am-3:00pm Add to Calendar Location Florida Children’s Museum 600 Bonnet Springs Blvd. Lakeland,…
TO ABORT MEANS CATASTROPHIC FAILURE
Written by Van Yandell 2 Timothy 1: 7 “For the Spirit God gave us does not…
Controlled Explosive Demolition at Lakeland’s McIntosh Power Plant Closing East Lake Parker Drive
Specialty contractors demolishing structures at the McIntosh Power Plant in Lakeland on Saturday morning January 14…
One was killed in a 2-vehicle crash on North Combee Road in Lakeland early Wednesday
A woman was killed in a crash Wednesday morning in northeast Lakeland. The Polk County Sheriff’s…
LAKELAND MAGIC KNOCK DOWN KNICKS
The Lakeland Magic, NBA G League affiliate of the Orlando Magic, defeat the Westchester Knicks 129-117…
New Restaurant in Lakeland – Jamaican Delights
Lakeland Square Mall food court called Jamaican Delights. Really good food and a great price. They…
Floridians are Encouraged to Submit Internet Access Data by Friday Jan. 13
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity needs PCPS parents to verify their access to broadband internet…
Green comet lights up Lakeland sky
A local stargazer captured a recently-discovered comet lighting up the sky over Polk County last week.…
What do you want to see in Munn Park?
The City of Lakeland will host a series of public forums to gain public input as…
Culver’s Restaurants breaks ground in Christina – before the 2nd one even opens
A third Lakeland area Culver’s restaurant has recently broken ground as the Wisconsin-based chain known for…
LEGOLAND New Pirate River Quest opening 1.12.23.
Set Sail Through Uncharted Waters Set sail with a rowdy crew of LEGO® pirates on Captain’s…