Polk County Supervisor of Elections Lori Edwards reminds voters that there is something for everyone to…
Month: July 2024
TWO DECLINING OAK TREES IN FLETCHER PARK WILL BE REMOVED
Starting Monday, July 15, 2024, the City of Lakeland Parks Division will remove two declining oak trees…
South Lakeland Winn-Dixie will close this month, to reopen as an Aldi
The South Lakeland Winn-Dixie store is closing later in July, to reopen months later as an Aldi, a…
PCSO Closed Animal Shelter Today ……
Instead of dealing with concerned citizens the PCSO Closed Animal Shelter Today. Quote from Natalie Scott…
Corrections officer arrested for using fraudulent handicap tag at Publix
A Florida Department of Corrections officer was arrested on Thursday for fraudulently using a handicap sticker…
Lace up your skates — it’s derby time — Swan City Roller Derby
Jammer. Blocker. Pivot. If you’re not familiar with the rules of flat track roller derby, these words…
Apple & Spice Pork Tenderloin
Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min. Makes 4 servings Ingredients Directions Nutrition Facts 3 ounces cooked…
Petition: Demand New Leadership, Transparency, TNR & Lower Kill-Rate in Polk County Animal
https://www.change.org/p/demand-new-leadership-transparency-tnr-lower-kill-rate-in-polk-county-animal-shelter?signed=true The situation currently prevailing at the Polk County Animal Shelter in Lakeland, Florida, a tax-funded…
Lakeland officials are considering whether to raise the city’s property tax rate for the first time since 2016
Lakeland officials are considering whether to raise the city’s property tax rate for the first time…
FL. Say Goodbye to Redbox
Redbox Closes Its Kiosks & Website: End of an Era for DVD Rental Kiosks In a…
How to get a dozen Krispy Kreme doughnuts for 87 cents
Krispy Kreme is celebrating its 87th birthday on Friday, July 12 by offering customers a sweet deal.…
Polk County sex offender facing new charges for sex crimes against child
A registered sex offender living in Polk County is facing new charges after allegedly molesting two…
Robotic assistant helping Lakeland doctors perform surgeries
Robot technology is becoming a fast-growing tool at Lakeland Regional Health. Doctors at Lakeland Regional perform knee replacement…
PEACE IS FOUND IN THE SOUND OF SILENCE
By Van Yandell Psalm 46: 10 “Be still, and know that I am God: I will…
More ER patients in Florida test positive for COVID. The surge is different this time
By Michelle Marchante, More ER patients are testing positive for COVID in Florida compared to other parts…
FORMER HEAD OF FORENSICS OFFERS CLASS
By Dave Hoover HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS CAN LEARN CRIME SCENE INVESTIGATION Bill Thomas, born and raised…
Polk County Public Schools Look to Fill 314 Teacher Openings
There are another 150 openings for non-instructional positions. With one month to go before the new…
Lakeland City Commissioners begin 2025 budget talks
City Hall will be abuzz this week as Lakeland’s staff meet for an overview of the…
Felon Apprehended After Very Dramatic Pursuit in Polk County
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office, led by Sheriff Grady Judd, apprehended career violent felon Calvin Cooley,…
Polk County Fire Rescue Responds to Two-Alarm Fire on State Road 60
Polk County Fire Rescue responded to a two-alarm commercial structure fire today at 9:50 a.m. on…
Megachurch Conducts Successful Nuclear Missile Test
By the Onion – Satire In what the evangelical congregation hailed as a significant step forward…
Book Review – Five Broken Blades (The Broken Blades #1)
Title: Five Broken Blades (The Broken Blades #1) Author: Mai Corland Rating: 5 Stars Jessica’s Review:…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that there has been an increase in shark attacks here…
Save the Cats – Dump Grady Judd Rally
Rally to be held the Polk County Animal Control at 7115 De Castro Rd, Winter Haven…
Mulberry city manager installs free AC units for migrant families
Mulberry city officials are volunteering their time to improve the living conditions of migrant farmworkers. As…
Riverview woman charged with making threats against Governor DeSantis
A Riverview woman was arrested and charged Tuesday after she allegedly made online death threats against…
Man carjacks, steals a truck in St. Pete, and is apprehended by a K9
A man who stole a car in an armed carjacking in St. Petersburg was arrested in…
Lakeland business owners worry about foot traffic after nearby Publix temporarily closes
Lake Miriam Square Publix has temporarily closed, which has neighboring business owners concerned about their foot…
Lakeland Window Cleaning Sets New Standards in Quality and Efficiency for Window Cleaning Services
Lakeland Window Cleaning, a renowned provider of residential and commercial window cleaning services, is proud to…
20 Polk schools have new principals
Here is a roundup of newly named principals: High schools In the only transitions at high…
The National Automotive Styling Centers™ franchise provides world-class automotive aftermarket products and services throughout the fast-growing Central Florida City
Tint World® Automotive Styling Centers™, a leading auto accessory and window tinting franchise, announces the opening of…
Mecum Auctions Returns to Osceola Heritage Park for Summer Special, July 10-13
Inspired by the continuous success of The World’s Largest Collector Car Auction®, held by Mecum Auctions…
Lake Miriam Publix has officially closed
The Lake Miriam Publix has officially closed and will reopen next summer with a fresh, remodeled…
For Better, For Worse
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Words are easier than actions. For example, “for better, for worse.” Couples…
Despicable Me 4 – Movie Review
By Bob Garver For a franchise that has been fairly consistent with its style of…
Lakeland man’s trip to Taco Bell lands him in Polk County jail
Polk County deputies say 34-year-old Marcus Jenkins of Lakeland was found asleep in the driver’s seat…
Sample Ballots Now Available for August 20th Primary Election
Sample ballots for the upcoming Statewide Primary Election are now available online at PolkElections.gov. For Your Precinct…
Lakeland man arrested for DUI and escape after officer released one handcuff so he could urinate
Kenneth Darrell Walker, Jr., 47, of Lakeland, was arrested last night and charged with DUI, escape,…
Hulk Hogan’s Son Pleads in Central Florida DUI Case
Nicholas Bollea, son of professional wrestler Hulk Hogan, pleads in his Central Florida DUI case. After…
Lakeland Man Killed In Multi-Vehicle Crash On SR-471 In Sumter County, Two Injured
A 70-year-old Lakeland man was killed in a Sumter County crash that happened Sunday at around…