When having a meal, is there anything more unpleasant than taking a bite of food, only…
Month: August 2024
This Florida shack holds a deadly secret
Those who travel deep into Green Swamp near Lakeland will find an eerie surprise: a hollowed-out…
Have you ever met Publix’s mascot? Here’s what he’s all about
The popular Florida-born grocery chain Publix has been around for nearly a century, with founder George…
Enjoy Labor Day America, and keep working
By Glenn Mollette Labor Day weekend is upon us. Let’s celebrate the laborers. The willing workers…
What to know about Telegram, the messaging app whose CEO was arrested over the weekend
The arrest of Telegram CEO Pavel Durov in France over the weekend has thrust the popular…
SEU to Hold Grand Opening for Life Skills House
This fall, students at the Pathways School of Excellence at Southeastern University (SEU) will have a…
It Ends with Us – Movie Review
By Bob Garver I was on vacation two weekends ago, so I missed the chance…
Letter to the Editor — Excel Christian Academy
For me, it started with multiple people with zero ties to Excel Christian Academy sending me…
Serious crash with injuries causing major traffic delays on I-4 in Lakeland
The crash is partially blocking the eastbound lanes near mile marker 36, Florida Highway Patrol said.…
Letter to the Editor — Corey Hodges at Excel Christian Academy
Corey Hodges should not be around children period. He has so many allegations against him in…
Excel Christian Academy in Lakeland hires a Coach / Secondary Principal in 2020 who has been arrested in the past for drugs and molestation of children
Editorial This man has been a teacher, PE coach, and the head basketball team for the…
Creative Minds in Munn Park
Local authors, illustrators, and composers are invited to register for our first “Creative Minds in Munn…
4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls
These 4-Ingredient Peanut Butter Balls are a quick and easy treat that combines the classic flavors…
Documents show that Tommy Doyle Lee County SOE visited his lover 38 times during working hours
Documents show that Tommy Doyle Lee County SOE visited his lover 38 times during working hours…
Florida-Headquartered Vector Group Sells To Toyko-Based Company For $2.4 Billion
Florida has had some large business exchanges in August of 2024 – one of which was…
Lakeland CRA says it will not renew the current lease for The Well
The founders of a Midtown community event space are being vocal about their concerns for future…
Caught On Camera: Man Arrested For Stealing iPhone At Lakeland Dollar General
A 60-year-old man, Jimmy Lee Doss, was arrested for grand theft after taking an iPhone that…
WHERE IS THE UTTERMOST?
By VAN YANDELL Acts 1: 8 “Ye shall receive power, after that the Holy Ghost is…
Polk County elementary ESE student left stranded at bus stop
A Polk County mother contacted the media after her son was left at the school bus…
Saw Palmetto berry pickers arrested after a new law created felony punishment
If you’ve seen certain small berries growing in clumps out in the wild, they may be…
The restaurants that fell short, and why
Remember that in some cases, violations are noted are technical issues not directly linked to hygiene…
Polk County Commissioners to Consider Impact Fee Increases
On Tuesday, Aug. 20, the Board approved an “extraordinary circumstances study” to look at how much…
CFO Jimmy Patronis announces investigation into CarShield for deceptive sales practices
Jimmy Patronis announced an investigation by the Florida Department of Financial Services Division of Agent and…
Jan. 6 defendant from Polk County joins brother in asking for counts to be dismissed
Olivia Pollock, a Polk County resident charged with crimes related to the U.S. Capitol attack, has…
Man Sleeping In His Car at Lakeland Circle K Has Wallet Stolen; Polk County Deputies Seek Suspect
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a car burglary early on Friday, August 9, 2024,…
Polk County Releases Documentary to Commemorate 2004 Hurricane Season
Polk County’s Communications and Emergency Management divisions have released a 30-minute documentary commemorating the 2004 hurricane…
HELP US IDENTIFY THEFT SUSPECTS
Shortly after the Victim’s wallet was stolen from Hobby Lobby on South Florida Avenue, the two…
Polk County 2024 Primary Election Results
Rep Public Defender 10th Judicial Circuit 100% of precincts reporting Candidate % Votes Total Votes Blair…
Protesters rally over police brutality allegations
Kieanna Garrett said she took pictures of her face in late December 2023 after her arrest…
‘Irresponsible’: 2 DCF employees arrested for DUI, suspended license in Polk County
Two employees with the Florida Department of Children and Families were arrested just a day apart,…
Joshua Doolin convicted on Jan. 6 charges leaves prison after sentencing reduction
Joshua Doolin, a Polk City man sentenced to prison for his role in the U.S. Capitol…
ART/ifact a nonprofit hub for Lakeland artists is being evicted by the city
One of Lakeland’s hubs for artists and creative minds will close its doors in September because…
Michigan Woman Arrested For Resort Shoplifting In Polk County On Florida Vacation
A family vacation took an unexpected turn in Polk County, Florida, when a 22-year-old woman was…
Did your taxpayer dollars help cover up the Lee County Supervisor of Elections affair?
Tommy Doyle is up for re-election for a third term as supervisor of elections. Over the…
Tenth Judicial Circuit Officer Involved Deadly Incident Task Force investigating officer-involved shooting in Lakeland
The Tenth Judicial Circuit Officer Involved Deadly Incident Task Force is investigating an officer-involved shooting that…
Twin Peaks Brings Ultimate Sports Lodge to Lakeland, Florida
Award-winning sports bar to open new location offering jobs, scratch-made food, and an unparalleled game day…