Remember to register your team for the 18th Lakeland Cardboard Boat Challenge & Lakeshore Festival on…
Month: September 2023
PBA50 Professional Bowling Tournament at Orange Bowl Lanes was a Success
The PBA50 Johnny Petraglia BVL Tournament of Champions, held at Orange Bowl Lanes in Lakeland, Fla.…
Stuffed Pepper Soup
A super easy, fast, budget-friendly one-pot dinner! So hearty and so cozy with ground beef, rice,…
PUBLIC SAFETY CAREER FAIR ON SEPTEMBER 12th
The Lakeland Police Department and Lakeland Fire Department are joining together to host a collaborative Career…
Pita Pit out Bedrock Wings Moving In
Bedrock Wings is moving one to downtown Lakeland, taking over the recently vacated Pita Pit location at…
A 3-legged bear named Tripod busts into a mini fridge and downs three White Claws
A three-legged bear celebrated Labor Day weekend much like two-legged humans would, raiding a mini fridge…
Stoner’s Pizza Joint announces plans to open three new Tampa Bay locations
Stoner’s Pizza Joint says it hopes to open 100 new units by the end of 2025. A…
Game On: Exciting News from the City of Lakeland!
We are thrilled to announce the sponsorship of the MidFlorida Esports Center, located at the Coleman-Bush…
Hurricane Lee Advisory
…LEE FORECAST TO BECOME AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS MAJOR HURRICANE BY FRIDAY… …LARGE OCEAN SWELLS LIKELY TO…
Amtrak train crashes into semi-truck in Polk County
Polk County deputies responded to a train vs. semi-truck crash Tuesday afternoon. The Polk County Sheriff’s…
On Sept. 6, 1930, George Jenkins opened his first store
On Sept. 6, 1930, George Jenkins opened his first store, called Publix Food Store, in Winter…
First-time Photoshoot – Oh Darla
It’s K-9 calendar time, and we have a few new K-9 Officers who will be gracing…
Lee upgraded to Cat 1 hurricane by NHC
The National Hurricane Center has upgraded Lee to a Hurricane, as of the 5 p.m., advisory…
Why Is my Age 70 Benefit not Higher Than My January Amount?
I plan to retire in 2025 (the year I turn 70). Given that I’m still working,…
“The Equalizer 3” – Movie Review
By Bob Garver It has been five years since we last saw Robert “The Equalizer”…
WATSON CLINIC FLU CLINICS OPEN FOR PATIENTS STARTING SEPTEMBER 11
Starting Monday, September 11, Watson Clinic will offer flu vaccinations at a series of Flu Clinics across…
A Polk County sheriff’s deputy was arrested driving more than 100 mph on U.S. 98 South
PCSO deputy sheriff fled from law enforcement after being spotted going over 100 mph, according to the Polk…
Father Kills 16-Year-Old Son With Power Tool In Lake Wales
Sixteen-year-old “Stephen Lee Rodda wasn’t just a great kid,” said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd. “He…
Lakeland Electric customers may start to see savings on their utility bills come October
Lakeland commissioners unanimously approved the municipal-owned utility lowering its fuel rate from $55 to $45 per…
Meet Freeway
Freeway, the little black kitten we rescued from under a street light next to the interstate,…
Lake Mirror Classic Registration Update – 2-Week Notice
Fall is upon us, and this is a reminder of the Lake Mirror Classic Concours &…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
Florida homeowners brace for potential hurricane tax
Many Florida homeowners are worried a hurricane tax could be looming over the state as hurricane…
Anti-Defamation League documents show more extremist activity in Polk
A report issued by ADL, also known as the Anti-Defamation League, claims extremist-related incidents in Florida rose…
President Biden and First Lady land in Gainesville then helicopter to Live Oak to review Idalia’s damage
President Joe Biden arrived in Florida Saturday afternoon to assess the destruction left behind by Hurricane Idalia.…
Imperial Lakes Residents are boiling over mad in recent flooding problems
Hundreds of Imperial Lakes residents found themselves stranded Thursday evening, coming home from school and work unable…
NHC is watching 5 systems
Hurricane Franklin and Tropical Storm Jose are no more, but the tropics are still bubbling with…
Humble Lakeland patriot dies at 104
Herman Jenkins not only survived World War II, he lived nearly eight decades longer, thriving in…
LABOR: BLOOD AND SWEAT THAT BUILT AMERICA
By Van Yandell “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not…
The I-4 exit ramp at Kathleen Road is to close again as work continues on a new railroad bridge
The replacement of the CSX Railroad Bridge over Interstate 4 near Kathleen Road in Lakeland will cause road…
Publix Cake Water Tower
A towering, steel behemoth that has graced the skyline of Lakeland, Florida since the early 1980s. …
Disney Narrows Lawsuit Against Florida
By The News Service of Florida Walt Disney Parks and Resorts moved Friday to narrow a…
COVID-19 Deaths Top 90,000
By The News Service of Florida Florida has topped 90,000 resident deaths from COVID-19 since the…
Sadness in Margaritaville as Jimmy Buffett dies at 76
But a 50-plus year recording career that spawned unparalleled devotion from fans, as well as branded…
Policy Non-Renewals Put on Hold
By The News Service of Florida Florida Insurance Commissioner Michael Yaworsky on Friday issued an order…
Lakeland’s First Police Dog
Police Departments across the United States began utilizing trained dogs to assist officers in their force.…
Meet Chandler (fawn tabby), Cameron (goofy orange tabby), Carly (grey tabby), and Chelsey (dark grey)
This litter of four adorable kittens is available for adoption. Chandler (fawn tabby), Cameron (goofy orange…