By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that the Florida Highway Patrol-FHP is looking for a pro-Palestine…
Year: 2023
Man crashes into cars on I-4, drives wrong way, tries to carjack others
A man crashed into multiple cars on I-4 in Polk County and then tried to carjack…
West Pipkin Road Lane Closure Extended Through January
Construction delays will keep the eastbound travel lane of West Pipkin Road from Harden Boulevard to…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
Coming soon to Edgewood…Bandidas Bake Shop
Coming soon to Edgewood…Bandidas Bake Shop. Bandidas pop-up café is preparing to move out of startup incubator Catapult and…
The Marvels – Movie Review
By Bob Garver The fall from glory of the Marvel Cinematic Universe continues with “The…
Armed robbery suspects in custody after I-4 chase from Polk to Hillsborough counties
Armed robbery suspects are in custody after leading deputies on an I-4 chase from Lakeland to Hillsborough County, according…
The Wonderland of Lights RETURNS TO INTERNATIONAL MARKET WORLD TO PUT A SPARKLE INTO THE HOLIDAYS DECEMBER 1 THROUGH DECEMBER 30
THE WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS™ brings back the sparkle this holiday season to illuminate Auburndale’s International Market…
Sundazzle
Definition: (verb) This radiant term combines “sun,” representing the glorious star in our sky, with “dazzle,” signifying…
Lakeland woman dies after car bursts into flames following crash
A Lakeland woman died after her car burst into flames following a crash near Interstate 4…
Multiple alarm Trailer fire off Mount Tabor Road sends one person to Lakeland Regional as a trauma alert
A travel trailer parked outside a Lakeland home caught fire early Monday morning, leaving one person…
Publix Named One of Fortune’s Best Workplaces for Women in 2023
Fortune recently recognized Publix with an honorable title. The retailer has been named one of the best workplaces…
Dream Center receives a $171,000 grant
Wow! It’s November and we have a lot to be thankful for. Dream Center receives a…
The warnings related to rodent or insect activity in Lakeland Restaurants
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation notes that a restaurant inspection is just “a…
The town of Brewster is now a ghost town
Brewster is a ghost town in southwest Polk County, ten miles south of Mulberry. It is at an elevation of 143…
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd avid photographer and cat killer
Editorial Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is an avid photographer. It’s his favorite hobby outside of…
Plant City Teen Arrested After Shooting into a Home Early Sunday
A 15-year-old Plant City teen has been arrested after police say he fired shots into a…
National Hurricane Center eyes system in the Caribbean; could form later this week
A system of low pressure in the Southwestern Caribbean Sea is being monitored by the National Hurricane…
Florida Teacher Fired for Using Gender-Neutral Title: A Step Back for LGBTQ+ Rights?
In a recent incident that has sparked heated discussions, a Florida teacher, AV Vary, was dismissed…
College Football Fan’s Outfit Going Viral Saturday Night
On Saturday night a Florida State fan found herself going viral on social media thanks to…
Annual Christmas Parade Brings Holiday Magic to Polk City
The enchanting spirit of the holiday season is set to come alive on December 2nd, 2023,…
Polk commissioners consider new penalties and regulations for short-term rentals
Commissioners in Polk County are considering new guidelines to prevent parties at short-term rentals. In September,…
Massive Layoffs Announced as Florida Manufacturing Plant Nears Closure
Disappointing news for employees at a Tyson Foods facility in Jacksonville with the news that the plant…
Met Raisin, Fig, and Blackberry
Introducing three tiny new faces at the rescue…Raisin, Fig, and Blackberry. These 4 week-old cuties were…
Playful otters fool around with alligators in Lakeland
Usually, playing near an alligator is a recipe for disaster but not for these otters. Videos…
Jubiloom
Definition: (verb) This lively term combines “jubilation,” signifying a great expression of joy and celebration, with “bloom,”…
November 11, 2023
November 11, 2023, before the start of the Lakeland Veterans Day Parade, there was a special…
Polk County armed robbery suspects still at large
Police are searching for two suspects who robbed a victim at gunpoint at Las Tres Banderas…
Florida trooper and Lakeland man and Ocala woman suffer serious injuries in crash
A crash in an active construction zone on Interstate 275 in Tampa left a Florida Highway…
70 FL Hospitals Earn ‘A’ Grades, 12 Get ‘D’ Lakeland Regional Receives ‘C’ In Latest Leapfrog Ratings
Hospitals in Florida and nationwide made significant improvements in preventing a “disturbing” increase in hospital infections…
HIT-AND-RUN CRASH INVESTIGATION
On November 10, 2023, at approximately 10:25 p.m., officers responded to a crash near the 3400…
Twilightunes
Definition: (noun) This magical term combines “twilight,” representing the soft glow between sunset and darkness, with “tunes,”…
Bill would give Gov. DeSantis power to punish those who remove Confederate memorials
Gov. Ron DeSantis would have the authority to remove and fine any elected official involved in…
The FHP is currently searching for WILLIAM AUSTIN BAILEY III of Lakeland
The FHP is currently searching for WILLIAM AUSTIN BAILEY, III of Lakeland, Florida, aged 40, who…
DeSantis leads Republican states’ attacks against public sector unions
From Florida to Alaska, workers are facing legal efforts to weaken their power by targeting union…
Oak Ridge Publix reopens after remodel
On Thursday, November 9, 2023, Publix celebrated the grand opening of its Florida location in Polk County, according…
PECAN PIE BROWNIES
I think we can all agree pecan pie is a must on Thanksgiving. I’ve tried switching…
National Medal of Honor Museum: Veterans’ year-round salute of service
By Trimmel Gomes – Florida News Connection On Veterans Day, many Floridians will pay tribute to…