An official with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has been arrested on an outstanding warrant, according to local…
Month: January 2024
Secret Nuclear Facility in Florida Now a Ghost Town of Tunnels
The Cold War era was a time of fear and uncertainty, as the threat of nuclear…
Have you seen Sharron Searight?
Detectives are attempting to locate 27-year-old Sharron Searight, who last seen in Lakeland in June of…
Rockstar Recruiting
Thanks to our feathery friend Rockstar for stopping by our recruiting tent at First Friday. If…
Family-friendly drag queen faces hate and threats in hostile Florida
By Annie Gowen The children’s “drag queen” story hour was kept under wraps given security fears. The…
Local 7-Eleven Hit by Thieves: Mulberry Residents Asked to Assist in Investigation
A theft occurred at a 7-Eleven store at 7040 Church Ave. in Mulberry, as reported by…
Local Pawn Shop Bicycle Theft Under Investigation in North Combee Road
A bicycle theft occurred at a Lakeland pawn shop, located at 646 Combee Road North. The…
Simple Chicken Soup
This comfort food classic is just as flavorful and soul-satisfying as Grandma’s chicken soup, but where…
New questions that Sheriff Grady Judd will not answer on the Rebecca Sedwick 2013 case
**** Warning Photos **** After her body was found it was not moved for 9 hours…
Exploding toilet leaves man covered in poo at Dunkin’ Donuts restaurant
A Dunkin’ Donuts customer is suing the fast food restaurant after a toilet at a Florida outlet allegedly…
It’s officially strawberry shortcake season
It’s officially strawberry shortcake season again at Parkesdale Farm Market. This year, opt for a classic…
FDA approves plan for Florida to import cheaper prescription drugs from Canada
By Jim Saunders NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA Almost five years after Florida began pursuing the idea,…
Auburndale man dies in fiery crash
An Auburndale man was killed Friday evening after a failed attempt at passing in a no-passing…
Lakeland Police Department K9s Drax, Judah, Kodiak, and Summit to get donations of body armor
Lakeland Police Department K9s Drax, Judah, Kodiak, and Summit will receive bullet and stab protective vests…
Three fugitives charged in Jan. 6 US Capitol riot are captured by FBI
On the third anniversary of the Jan. 6 attack, the FBI captured three former Polk County…
Born & Bread to Open Four Days a Week Starting Jan. 17
GUESS WHAT!!! The time has finally come and what a dream. B+B will open 4 days…
Kathleen High School teacher arrested for inappropriate relationship with student
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Special Victims Unit detectives have arrested and charged 33-year-old Brandon Adams of Lakeland, a…
Florida Representative Taylor Yarkosky Has Introduced A Bill That May Criminalize LGBTQ+ Content As “Grooming”!
A new legislative bill, HB1135, has been introduced in the Florida State Legislature, sparking widespread concern…
Florida attorney John Morgan floats potential run for governor
Prominent Florida trial attorney John Morgan, known as the godfather of Florida’s medical marijuana amendment and…
West Pipkin Road Lane Closure Extended Through Early March
Delays related to the removal of an asbestos cement waterline will keep the eastbound travel lane…
SOUTH BOULEVARD, SUCCESS AVENUE, AND E. PARK STREET RESURFACING PROJECT
WHO: Contractors working for the City of Lakeland WHAT: Milling and paving project WHY: Roadway resurfacing…
Spectrum to Hike Rates Again Including Its Low-Income Internet Option
There are ways to dodge these rate increases, but some carry complications The second-biggest cable operator…
Catapult to begin a restaurant residency program
The program will allow food entrepreneurs to get the experience. First up in the restaurant residency…
The City of Plant City Announces New Fire Chief
Jeremy Sidlauskas has been selected to serve as the new Chief of the Plant City Fire…
Nineteen61 Is Adding an Enclosed Rooftop Bar
Indoor and outdoor seating is planned. Expansion is scheduled to be opened in April. Chef Marcos…
Florida man accused of exposing himself at Polk County Sky Zone
Brian Holeyfield may share the same last name as a famed boxer, but Polk County Sheriff Grady…
A new Florida bill would require businesses to accept cash
A new Florida bill would require certain businesses to accept cash for many transactions. The bill,…
USE EVERYTHING BUT THE SQUEAL
By Van Yandell 1 Corinthians 9:22 “To the weak became I as weak, that I might…
CITY OF LAKELAND IMPLEMENTS NEW iMS INTEGRATED ONLINE PERMITTING, PLANS REVIEW SYSTEM
WHO: City of Lakeland, Community & Economic Development WHAT: Intuitive Municipal Solutions – Integrated online permitting,…
Plant City farmer sees the impact of immigration hiring bill as the strawberry season gets underway
The nation is currently facing a worker shortage. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, there are…
LPN arrested for felony animal cruelty after poisoning and killing her neighbors’ pets
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Agricultural Crimes Unit detectives have arrested and charged 51-year-old Tamesha Knighten of North Davis…
Virtual Polk Emergency Management Mitigation Strategy Meeting Scheduled for January 18, 2024
Polk County’s planners will hold the next local mitigation strategy meeting at 10 a.m. on Thursday,…
Watson Clinic Announces January 2024 PEER Award Winner
Watson Clinic recognizes one outstanding employee every month as part of their Program for Employee Excellence…
LAKELAND CITIZENS ACADEMY TAKING APPLICANTS
Hands-on Interactive Program Highlighting Lakeland Municipal Government The City of Lakeland is now taking applicants for…
WATSON CLINIC HOSTS A FREE LECTURE ON PANCREATIC CANCER TREATMENT ADVANCES IN JANUARY
Watson Clinic is pleased to announce the following upcoming lecture scheduled for January. This event is…
Denny’s bought a restaurant chain from Florida for $82.5 million and plans expansion beyond Florida
Initially known as “Florida Waffle Shop,” Keke’s Cafe has its roots deeply planted in Orlando. The chain,…