The Lakeland Magic defeated the 905 Raptors on the road in Mississauga, 124-102 on Thursday afternoon.…
Month: March 2023
Feasts of Persia food truck introduces Middle Eastern meals to Lakeland
The aroma of sumac sprinkled on Persian-American fusion cuisine has been attracting Lakeland foot traffic since December. …
Ammonia leak prompts evacuation of Auburndale Coca-Cola facility
An ammonia leak Wednesday at the Auburndale Coca-Cola facility led to the evacuation of workers and nearby…
Migrant arrested after traffic infraction in Polk County
A migrant from Mexico was arrested after being cited for driving on the wrong side of…
DeSantis’ office slams Trump super PAC ethics complaint as ‘frivolous and politically motivated’
According to documents obtained by NBC News, former President Donald Trump-supporting super PAC “Make America Great Again Inc.” filed…
Introducing the Golden Girls! Meet these four newcomers to our rescue…Rose, Blanche, Sophia, and Dorothy
Introducing the Golden Girls! Meet these four newcomers to our rescue…Rose, Blanche, Sophia, and Dorothy. They’re…
WATSON CLINIC HOSTS
CHIROPRACTIC LECTURE IN APRIL
Watson Clinic is pleased to host the following community lecture during the month of April. This…
WHY IS THERE A TRACTOR IN THE KITCHEN SINK?
Written by Van Yandell Acts 10: 34-35 NKJV “Then Peter opened his mouth and said: “In…
Florida to revoke Hyatt Regency Miami license after ‘sexually explicit’ show with children
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration is revoking the Hyatt Regency Miami’s alcohol license for hosting a “sexually…
Polk deputy finds murder suspect at church, prays with him, then arrests
56-year-old John Skeen of Polk City was arrested by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office on Sunday…
PepsiCo Commits Multi-Million Dollar Investment in Central Florida Wetlands Project
PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) is proudly announcing a $2.1 million investment in the city of…
Congratulations!
You just bought the perfect home for you and your family. Right down the street, there’s…
Is Jack in the Box eyeing a location in Lakeland?
Hamburger lovers could get another choice following the recent announcement that west coast fast food chain Jack…
Did you Know
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that the U.S Drug Enforcement Administration released its annual National…
Florida Republicans look to reverse post-Parkland school shooting measures and lower the age to buy an AR-15
After a shooter killed 17 people in Parkland’s Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018, Florida…
LAKELAND MAGIC FALL TO GO-GO AT HOME
The Lakeland Magic fell to the Capital City Go-Go at the RP Funding Center, 109-85 on…
LAKELAND ELECTRIC ANNOUNCES NEW RETAIL CASH PAYMENT PROGRAM
Lakeland Electric is rolling out a new way for customers to pay their utility bills with…
Third Bank Failure – Signature Bank Collapse Sends Shockwaves Through the Broadway Industry
The bank is one of the two main financial institutions that works with Broadway productions. The…
Meet Peaches
This beautiful girl is as sweet as a Georgia peach. Meet Peaches, a gorgeous, one-year-old, long-haired…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
Utica 5 Florida Tropics 4 (OT)
Gordy Gurson scored on a shootout try with just over three minutes left in overtime Sunday…
Yates Road Closure Postponed Two Days
The closure of Yates Road at the intersection with West Pipkin Road previously scheduled to start…
Scream VI – Movie Review
By Bob Garver I’m willing to argue that “Scream” is the greatest slasher movie franchise…
Abortion-rights advocates rally in Lakeland
One day after Florida lawmakers filed bills that would bar abortions after six weeks of pregnancy,…
Silicon Valley Bank and your life savings
Written by Dr. Glenn Mollette If you have worked hard and saved money all your life…
LAKELAND MAGIC DEFEAT GO-GO AT HOME
The Lakeland Magic defeated the Capital City Go-Go at the RP Funding Center, 119-95 on Sunday…
Community donates furniture to fill Lakeland veteran’s new home after a fire
Ray Dilks couldn’t stand straight when he walked into his new home. His wife, Larrie Puryear…
Have you signed up for the SUN ‘n RUN 5k yet?
There’s nothing like the early morning of Saturday at SUN ‘n FUN with the balloons lifting…
Lake Region High wins Universal Orlando cooking competition
A group of culinary students from Lake Region High was one of three teams vying for…
City Leadership Hopes Bill Will Deliver Long-Sought I-4/SR 33 Improvements
The bill would fund a complete redesign of the State Road 33/exit 38 interchange at Interstate…
Political Consultant Faces Multiple Misdemeanor Charges for School Board Campaign Texts
The State Attorney’s Office said James Dunn sent anonymous texts falsely claiming that School Board member…
Florida State Attorney fires back at DeSantis over triple-murder suspect Keith Moses’ lengthy criminal history
Florida State’s Attorney Monique Worrell is firing back at Governor Ron DeSantis’ office for claims made…
Fla. Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo gets a scathing letter from CDC and FDA
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and Centers for Disease Control leaders slapped Florida’s surgeon general…
Polk County deputies help couple deliver baby on side of Lakeland road
A Polk County couple was in their car and on the way to a hospital Friday…
Ford is recalling 18 electric F-150 Lightning pickup trucks after a battery fire
Ford Motor is recalling 18 electric F-150 Lightning pickups that the company has identified as potentially having…
Publix Announces Plans to Open Multiple New Stores in Florida
If you take a look at Publix’s goals for 2023, I’m sure you will find growth…
Elvis’ private jet arrives in Florida; new owner to transform it
“Airplane itself is flipping cool, even without the obvious connection, but if you add in the…
Two U.S. Banks Collapse in 48 Hours. Which One’s Next?
It’s a black week for the American financial system: In just 48 hours, the banking sector…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…