Long after the contest was in doubt, tempers flared in the Lakeland – Kathleen Florida high school football rivalry game…
Month: October 2023
‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry dead at 54, found in hot tub, sources say
“Friends” star Mathew Perry was found dead Saturday in a hot tub at his Los Angeles…
Serenadventure
Definition: (noun) This captivating term combines “serenade,” signifying a musical performance often expressing love or affection, with…
Equipment donation from the University of Tampa gives Polk State science students an edge
With a recent equipment donation from the University of Tampa, Polk State College will be able…
What an incredible turnout at CycleMania 2023!
What an incredible turnout at CycleMania 2023! A big thank you to all who joined the…
Rocky Horror at the Polk photos
Click here to see other photos 2023 Click here to see Rocky Horror 2022 Rocky Horror…
Richard Moll, Bull the Bailiff on ‘Night Court,’ Dies at 80
Shaving his head for a movie helped him get the part of a lifetime, and he…
Be grateful if you aren’t in the story
By Dr. Glenn Mollette I’m burned out watching the news. I don’t enjoy feeling like I…
BayCare will take over the Gessler Clinic Winter Haven-based in December
BayCare Health System has announced its acquisition of Gessler Clinic in Winter Haven. BayCare will begin…
Florida Mom Arrested After Allegedly Beating 22-Month-Old Daughter, Left Her in ‘Vegetative State’
Doctors say it’s unlikely the toddler will have a ‘meaningful recovery’ A mom in Florida has been charged…
POLK COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR ALERTS PROPERTY OWNERS: TAX BILLS ARE IN THE MAIL!
Polk County property owners should be aware they will soon receive a 2023 Property Tax Notice…
Proud to be a BIKE BUDDY!
The Lakeland Police Department is proud to partner with Lakeland Vision, Pedal Power Ministry, Polk County…
The Queer Punks are Ready to Piss in Ron DeSantis’ Backyard
It’s become something of a rite of passage for punk rock bands across North America to…
Newly opened!! Enjoy delectable food and refreshing beer at FOOD + BEER – LAKELAND
Name: Food + Beer – Lakeland Address: 3615 S Florida Ave Ste 1350, Lakeland, FL 33803 Desc: Sports Bars,…
BS Ranch says it’ll stop accepting deliveries of human waste
BS Ranch & Farm Inc., which accepts human waste as an organic waste recycling facility, has…
Plant City man killed in 3-car crash in Lakeland
A man was killed in a three-car crash in Lakeland on Thursday afternoon. The Polk County…
Gigglepreneur
Definition: (noun) This captivating term combines “giggle,” signifying laughter or amusement, with “entrepreneur,” representing someone who starts…
Two New Road Closures will Briefly Detour Traffic Starting Monday
Starting Monday, October 30, new utility improvements will close two Polk County roads, one in Auburndale…
COPS FOR KIDS REGISTRATIONS BEGIN NOVEMBER 2ND
The Lakeland Police Department will be accepting applications for the 2023 Cops for Kids Toy Donation…
Michigan Company Lineage acquires bulk of Burris’ cold storage sites including the Lakeland facility
Milford-based Burris Logistics has quietly sold a large chunk of its business to Michigan-based Lineage, a real estate investment trust…
One of America’s biggest local news chains Gannett which owns the Lakeland Ledger has used AI to write substandard articles
Don’t be surprised if Gannett tries to replace your local news staff with robot reporters. The…
DeSantis says he’s sending weapons to Israel in a move that could bolster him in the GOP primary
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday he’s arranged to send drones, weapons, and ammunition to Israel…
Florida Woman Ends Date by Stealing Man’s Car Slitting His Throat and Tossing Him off a Bridge
A Florida woman is facing multiple charges after she allegedly slit her date’s throat and then tossed him…
Orange County Man Arrested In Polk County Using Stolen Rental Car to Uber
A 27-year-old man has been arrested after using a rental car that was reported stolen for…
Orange juice brands no longer make juice from 100% Florida-grown oranges
Florida may still have the orange on its license plates. But if you want to find…
Come to Rocky Horror Picture Show Friday night and get your photo taken you could be on the front page on Saturday
Since Sept. 26, 1975, people across the planet have been doing the Time Warp again, again…
DeSantis Board Accused of Inside Trading, Separation from Disney World Imminent
A new million-dollar deal has emerged from Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s board, the Central Florida Tourism…
Breaking ground on the Florida Southern College Moccasins new Golf Club House at Lone Palm Golf Club
Anticipated to open in the Fall of 2024, the 4,000 square-foot golf clubhouse will provide a…
Lakeland Police School Resource Officers have a new initiative “Books with the Blue”
Lakeland Police School Resource Officers have a new initiative, “Books with the Blue” and the Lakeland…
PCFR new paw-bationary member
Our newest #PCFR paw-bationary member! Don’t worry, in dog years she’s definitely old enough to be…
Publix is being sued over accusations of working off the clock without pay
A lawsuit has been filed against Publix with allegations that the store consistently required hourly assistant…
Florida fight blow up after top Jewish Republican flips to Trump from DeSantis: ‘His actions have broken my heart’
The Republican speaker of Florida’s House of Representatives has defended Gov. Ron DeSantis after the only Jewish GOP…
Functastic
Definition: (adjective) This captivating term combines “fun,” signifying enjoyment and amusement, with “fantastic,” representing something extraordinary or…
DeSantis, so eager to go after a foreign nation, ignores a real Florida crisis
There’s no crisis that cannot be turned into an opportunity for self-promotion in politics. Gov. Ron…
PCPS names principal and assistant principal of the year
A longtime educator who improved the culture of her school through new approaches to training and…
XPO Breaks Ground on New Service Center in Lakeland
XPO, a leading provider of freight transportation in North America, announced today that it has broken…
WHAT IF CHRISTIANITY WAS DEAD?
By Van Yandell 1 Timothy 4: 1-2 “Now the Spirit speaks expressly, that in the latter…
Rocky Horror legal landscape: The Polk Theatre will still allow minors to horror tradition
Planning the entertainment lineup for the historic Polk Theatre now involves an additional duty for its director, Leslie…
Dolly Parton’s ‘Rockstar’ coming to theaters near you in a worldwide first-listen event
Tennessee icon Dolly Parton has announced she will be bringing her upcoming album “Rockstar” to movie…