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Month: December 2023
Solmart Media Brings Regional Mexican Brand To Lakeland
Polk County, Fla., has been one of the fastest-growing areas of the U.S. for years. Home…
Samuel’s offensive rebound and dunk in the closing seconds helped Florida beat East Carolina 70-65
Photos by Tom Hagerty Click here to see more Walter Clayton Jr. scored 20 of his…
Who’s Avelo?
Who’s Avelo? Lakeland Linder International Airport’s announcement that it has reached an agreement for passenger air…
DeSantis Board Spent Hundreds of Thousands of Taxpayer Dollars To Accuse Disney of Mishandling Money
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Board of Supervisors recently released a polarizing 80-page report that claimed that the former…
Lakeland House Sells for $1.2M – A Must-See Property!
A stunning 2-story house near Lakeland, Florida recently sold for an impressive $1,200,000 on December 8th. Located at…
LAKELAND LINDER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT HAS AN AGREEMENT WITH AVELO AIRLINES FOR PASSENGER AIR SERVICE
The City of Lakeland is pleased to announce that an agreement package has been reached between…
BANANA SANTA SKEWERS
Little Santa is treated with bananas and strawberries are assembled quickly – kids can help! It…
Aurorise
Definition: (verb) This enchanting term combines “aurora,” representing the mesmerizing natural lights in the polar skies, with…
Mecum Kissimmee 2024 Eclipses 4,000 Consignments Record-Setting Count
More than 4,000 consignments and nearly 40 collections are slated for auction at Mecum Kissimmee 2024,…
Committee greenlights bill allowing non-veterinarians to give rabies vaccine
A bill allowing individuals who are not veterinarians to administer rabies vaccines on animals passed the…
Polk County U.S. House reps vote along party lines on opening impeachment inquiry of Biden
Polk County’s four members of the U.S. House aligned with their parties in voting Wednesday on a resolution…
‘The Squeeze’ helps shuttle people into downtown Lakeland at lunchtime
With stops scattered along a strategic route, ‘The Squeeze’ is free to ride and with pickups…
Porch pirate caught stealing Amazon packages days before Christmas
Polk County Sheriff’s deputies were able to quickly identify and arrest a “porch pirate” who stole…
FCC votes to ban termination fees for quitting cable and satellite services
The Federal Communications Commission voted yesterday to ban early termination fees, charged by cable and satellite companies…
Maintenance work closes lanes on U.S. 92 between Lakeland and Auburndale
Lane closures in both directions are planned for U.S. 92 between Lakeland and Auburndale are planned…
Publix is providing millions of dollars for housing
Publix Super Markets Charities is donating $10 million to build hope and strengthen communities. The donation…
‘You were there for me’: Lakeland girl reunites with cardiac surgeon who saved her life
As she waited in the lobby at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, Bella Sanchez’s heart was…
Let’s Kickoff Relay 2024 at the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Plant City
The American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Plant City invites the community to join the…
THE FIRST TO CELEBRATE THE BIRTH OF JESUS
By Van Yandell Luke 1: 41-42 “It happened, when Elisabeth heard the greeting of Mary, that…
2 including 14-year-old arrested for car theft in Polk County cases
Two people, including a fourteen-year-old, were arrested for car theft in separate cases early Wednesday morning.…
Lunavore
Definition: (noun) This celestial term combines “luna,” representing the moon, with “vore,” a playful twist on “devour.”…
DOES GOD HAVE YOUR ATTENTION YET?
By Van Yandell Mark 13: 32 “But of that day and that hour knoweth no man,…
Is Avelo Airlines coming to Lakeland Linder Airport?
Lakeland Linder International Airport officials hope to offer commercial passenger flights operated by Avelo Airlines by…
I’m 65 and Working; Can I Collect Ex-spouse Benefits
I turned 65 earlier this year, and I still work full time. I was divorced four…
Bezos Academy will open a tuition-free full-day preschool in Lakeland in 2025
Polk County Public Schools announced a step Wednesday toward filling a local need for free, voluntary…
Our Ever-Changing Christmas Story
By Glenn Mollette Christmas is always changing. The biblical story never changes but your story is…
The Boy and the Heron – Movie Review
By Bob Garver NOTE: This Japanese film is available in both “Subbed” and “Dubbed” versions. This…
Gators men’s basketball to take on East Carolina at RP Funding Center
The Swamp comes to Lakeland on Thursday, Dec. 14, as the high flying Florida Gators men’s…
Courtyard by Marriott in Lakeland, Florida Completes Renovation
LBA Hospitality today announced that the Courtyard by Marriott Lakeland hotel in Lakeland, Florida has completed…
2023 Lakeland Christmas Parade Winners
The 2023 Lakeland Christmas Parade judges announced the winners of this year’s parade, held on Dec.…
EAST HIGHLAND DRIVE RESURFACING PROJECT
WHO: Contractors working for the City of Lakeland WHAT: Milling and paving project WHY: Roadway resurfacing…
FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION – UPDATE
On December 7, 2023, traffic crash investigators obtained a warrant and arrested Alexander Collins in connection…
Lumigique
Definition: (adjective) This radiant term combines “luminous,” signifying emitting light or glowing, with “unique,” signifying something one-of-a-kind…
Polk Pool Company plans to file for bankruptcy while 60 pools remain unfinished
A popular Polk County pool company is going out of business and announced plans to file…