LKLD SantaCon, Lakeland’s annual Santa-themed pub crawl, is back this weekend and it’s all for a…
Year: 2023
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…
Kitty Cat Lounge is making a difference in our community
Kitty Cat Lounge is located at 946 E Orange St., in Downtown Lakeland. This local business…
Meet Sedona and Oliver
Available for adoption are Sedona and Oliver. These two beauties are 3 to 4 years old…
Abyssence
Definition: (noun) This deep term combines “abyss,” signifying a vast and immeasurable space, with “essence,” representing the…
Lakeland’s Commissioner Sam Simmons has issues we need to elect Guy LaLonde
Editorial Lakeland’s Commissioner Sam Simmons will face Guy LaLonde at the polls Tuesday to see who…
Citizens Property Insurance is under federal investigation
On Thursday, the chairman of the Senate Budget Committee launched an investigation into Citizens Property Insurance…
Amid cries about UF absenteeism, Joseph Ladapo buys $1.7M home — in Pinellas County
By Jacob Ogles Property records show Florida’s top doc bought the modern mansion in June. Florida…
FSC to begin restoring planetarium based on original design
By Kailynn Bannon Opinions Editor The Southern The white dome on top of the Polk Science…
Retaliation Alleged Over Florida Gov. DeSantis Travel Records
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement fired a deputy chief of staff days after she sought…
Stellarnate
Definition: (verb) This luminous term combines “stellar,” relating to stars or celestial objects, with “illuminate,” signifying the…
Congress expels George Santos. Here’s how Florida lawmakers voted.
Florida’s 28 U.S. House members were split evenly on the matter. In just the sixth expulsion…
Florida-Based “Innovative Farming Company” Files For Bankruptcy, Equipment To Be Auctioned Off
Florida is arguably conducive to agriculture because of its temperate climate. According to the U.S. Department…
Unfiltered Lakeland closes after 9 months
Geanie Folder took to Facebook Friday morning to announce her business, Unfiltered Lakeland, 801 E. Main…
Letter: Israel, Hamas: Find a way to live in peace
The actions of Hamas − killing people and holding children, the elderly, and sick as hostages…
2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season Ends With 4th Most Named Storms in Year
The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season was just two names shy of using all the hurricane names…
Hyatt Regency Miami to pay $5,000 settlement after minors attended ‘A Drag Queen Christmas’ show
The Hyatt Regency Miami and a Florida regulatory agency recently reached a settlement agreement in a…
Auroravura
Definition: (noun) This enchanting term combines “aurora,” representing the stunning natural light display in the polar regions,…
CITY OF LAKELAND AWARDS LAKE BONNET DRAINAGE BASIN MITIGATION PROJECT TO AECOM TECHNICAL SERVICES
The City of Lakeland is pleased to announce the award of an Agreement for Professional Engineering…
POLK COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR’S OFFICE GIVES BACK TO UNITED WAY
The Tax Collector for Polk County (TCPC), Joe G. Tedder, was happy to hand over a…
Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court, dies at 93
Retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the first woman to serve on the nation’s highest court and…
HELP IDENTIFY A ROBBERY SUSPECT
On November 25, 2023, at 9:35 p.m. the victim was in the 800 block of North…
Letter: Ron DeSantis keeps on picking a fight with the Mouse – and keeps on losing, too
Is Disney too big for DeSantis to beat? A recent economic study released by Disney suggests Gov. Ron…
Substitute English Teacher Arrested For Sex Offenses Against 2 Polk Students
Two Lakeland charter school students said their substitute teacher sent them videos showing him masturbating, said…
Lakeland’s Memorial Blvd sees over 300 pedestrians a day, crosswalk compliance remains an issue
Ronald Anderson is one of the 300 pedestrians the Florida Department of Transportation says uses Memorial…
Senate committee investigating Florida’s state-backed home insurance company as private insurers flee
The US Senate Budget Committee is launching an investigation into whether Florida’s state-backed home and property insurance company…
Coca-Cola Truck Fire SR-400 Polk County
No injuries following a tractor-trailer fire along westbound Interstate 4 at US-27. The outside lane remains…
FL GOP Chair Accused Of Sexual Battery, Under Investigation: Report
The victim claims she was in a relationship with FL GOP chair Christian Ziegler, and his…
Galaxquisite
Definition: (adjective) This celestial term combines “galaxy,” representing a vast system of stars, with “exquisite,” signifying something…