A man was killed in an early morning crash on US 92 near Lakeland on Thursday.…
Month: January 2024
Busted — Leonna Love
On January 17, 2024, in the early morning hours, Lakeland Police officers intercepted a vehicle that…
Encore Presentation! Gospel Village: A Story of Hope
This Saturday evening, January 20th, at 6 PM, Lake Morton Community Church is hosting an encore…
Attempt to Restrict Flags Fuels Fight
By Jim Saunders – The News Service of Florida The Florida House on Wednesday began moving…
Lakeland Commissioners Approve $6.5M for Coal Plant Waste Final Cleanup
Coal Plant Waste is an above-ground landfill that houses the toxic residue of the last generation’s…
Seven Squatters Busted in Florida Short-Term Rental Apartment as Sheriff Jokes He May Have Arrested One of His Cousins!
‘I don’t know if we’re related or not, but if so, I’ve locked up one of…
Serequinox
Definition: (noun) This serene term combines “serene,” representing a state of calm and peacefulness, with “equinox,” signifying…
WHO ARE THE ELECT?
By Van Yandell Romans 8: 30 “Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and…
Annual Polk Clerk’s Valentine’s Day group wedding Registration is now open
Registration is now open for couples wishing to join the 11th annual group wedding on Valentine’s…
PCPS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO REVIEW CHALLENGED BOOKS
Polk County Public Schools is seeking volunteers to serve as book reviewers for school library books…
Trial for man accused of killing former Lakeland commissioner and husband moves forward with jury selection
A man accused of stabbing a former Lakeland commissioner and her husband to death is headed to…
Michael’s prepares to open in Southgate
Michael’s Stores Inc. has plans to open a second store in Lakeland early this spring Southgate Michael’s is…
Serious Traffic Incident: Vehicle Collides with Power Pole and Tree on Wilder Rd in Polk City
In a serious traffic incident early this morning, a vehicle collided with both a power pole…
The City of Lakeland screws some city employees with wage decreases after pay study
Lakeland’s employees in supervisor positions have been left unfairly and negatively impacted by the city’s implementation of…
TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME AT TIGERTOWN
The 2024 MLB season will be here before we know it and TigerTown in Lakeland, Florida,…
A CHURCH NAMED MUTHINI
By Van Yandell Romans 12:5 “So we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members…
STREET RESURFACING PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WHO: Contractors working for the City of Lakeland WHAT: Milling and paving project WHY: Roadway resurfacing…
Fires planned to reduce wildlife risk
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is planning to conduct prescribed fires from January through March…
‘Fist fighting’ and ‘fourth-graders twerking’: Teacher rails against parents using social media to raise kids
Kids as young as five are bullying, sexualizing themselves, disrespecting teachers, childcare worker says A childcare…
DeSantis Has Now Announced New Massive Layoffs
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who is also running for president in the 2024 election, has announced…
LAKELAND PIGFEST Jan 26, 2024 — Jan 27, 2024
The 27th Annual Lakeland Pigfest will feature more than 150 competition barbecue teams during a weekend…
LEAVING THE SCENE OF A CRASH + DRUGS + SUSPENDED LICENSE = JAIL
In the early morning hours of January 12, 2024, two vehicles collided head-on in the 7400…
City of Lakeland Heroism Award
City of Lakeland Heroism Award Nominated by Douglas E. Riley, Lakeland Fire Department Fire Chief to…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Parent Alert! Did you know there is a Florida bill seeking to prevent…
Fl bill would give mobile homeowners a clearer way to question lot rent increases
Brandi Norsworthy is in an ironic, depressing predicament. She owns a home but worries she will…
Retired police K9 Aztor passed away today at the age of 10
K9 Aztor, we will miss ya, buddy. Have fun playing with the other K9s at the…
Florida man throws beer can and fires AR-15 rifle after being upset by drivers speeding in his neighborhood
A Polk County man is facing felony charges after investigators say his temper raced as a vehicle sped…
Volunteers come out for MLK Day of Service in Lakeland
When Cateria Davis’ 13-year old daughter overheard her talking about volunteering on Dr. Martin Luther King…
Meet Melody, Harmony, and Rhythm
We have a couple of new faces in the rescue. These three girls are currently being…
Women and the abortion issue will decide the 2024 election outcome
By Dr. Glenn Mollette A woman has never told me she felt good about her abortion.…
Mean Girls – Movie Review
By Bob Garver Of all the pop culture institutions to be canceled, ended, or otherwise…
Budweiser Clydesdales are coming to Tampa
The Budweiser Clydesdale Horses are iconic figures in pop culture. These beautiful stallions are headed to…
Lakeland ranks #20 on U-Haul’s Top 25 U.S. Growth Cities in 2023
According to U-Haul, Lakeland has the perfect balance of small-town living and resort-style amenities. The Swan City is…
Brick or Asphalt? Residents Now Can Choose
Lakeland’s Public Works division was planning to resurface three roads in the Lake Morton neighborhood starting…
Sam’s Club to stop checking receipts at the door
Sam’s Club will soon stop checking shoppers’ receipts as they leave the store, opting to instead…
Florida Department of Children and Families: A Systemic Failure
As DCF Continues To Flail, Children And Those At Risk Suffer While The Florida Government Does…