The family of a 5-year-old child killed in a crash with an Auburndale police officer last…
Day: December 4, 2023
74 churches granted disaffiliation from UMC Florida Conference amid homosexuality division
Seventy-four congregations in Florida have left the United Methodist Church over the denomination’s longstanding debate over…
Lakeland’s Annual Santa-Themed Pub Crawl Is Back This Weekend
LKLD SantaCon, Lakeland’s annual Santa-themed pub crawl, is back this weekend and it’s all for a…
Curbside recycling in unincorporated Polk County will be eliminated in 2024
District 1 County Commissioner, George Lindsey, said curbside recycling is counterproductive in unincorporated Polk County. According to…
2024 ReEnergize Lakeland calendar contest
Imagine a world where creativity and sustainability collide. That’s exactly what happened at our 2024 ReEnergize…
Damaged $10 Million RICE Engine Will Be Replaced the Manufacturer
Instead of trying to fix a $10 million engine for Lakeland Electric’s new power plant that…
“Renaissance: A Film by Beyoncé”
By Bob Garver When the writers’ and actors’ strikes of 2023 forced several movies off…
The New McIntosh Reciprocal Engine Plant
Prepare to be amazed! The Utility Committee embarked on a captivating expedition through the new McIntosh…
7 Companies Announced Layoffs this November in Florida
In November, a total of 7 companies in Florida have issued WARN notices, signaling significant workforce reductions.…
Massive fire consumes Plant City log house
A massive fire consumed a two-story log house in Plant City Sunday afternoon, according to Hillsborough…
Book Review: How to Make an Avocado Fly by Mikayla White
This fictional children’s book is STEM-focused and relevant for preschool through elementary school. From “gnomes planting…
Grady Judd’s spy plane was removed from the consent agenda. Now delay the vote and provide details.
The sheriff must publicly explain what his spy satellite can see; and who has access to…