By Van Yandell Matthew 24: 38-39 “For as in the days that were before the flood…
Month: September 2024
Video from inside Hurricane Helene
Video by NOAA NOAA Hurricane Hunters Fly out of Lakeland International Airport As Hurricane Helene barrels towards the…
Skyway Bridge Closure #Helene
As weather conditions continue to deteriorate and wind gusts have reached 60 MPH, the Florida Highway…
The Things We Leave Unfinished
Title: The Things We Leave Unfinished Author: Rebecca Yarros ISBN: 9781682815663 Release Date: 02/23/21 Rating: 5…
Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Updates on State Preparedness Efforts Ahead of Hurricane Helene
On September 25, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by Florida…
Polk Clerk of Courts Closed Thursday
From Press Release: Polk Clerk of Courts The Clerk’s office is closed on Thursday, Sept. 26,…
Helene Could Strengthen To Cat 4
Helene reached Category 1 hurricane status as of 11 a.m. Wednesday, with one weather forecast predicting…
Citrus Connection to Suspend Thursday Service Due to Hurricane Helene
Due to the potential effects of Tropical Storm Helene, Citrus Connection will suspend all transit service…
Polk County updates & information
Polk County Evacuations: Polk County does not have a mandatory evacuation policy. Polk County Closings: All…
Yelloh, formerly known as Schwan’s Home Delivery, permanently closing frozen food deliveries
Frozen meal delivery service Yelloh, formerly known as Schwan’s, will be permanently parking its yellow trucks this…
Polk Theatre Schedule
Schedule: Thursday, September 26 @ 6:30 PM – THE ADDAMS FAMILY* Friday, September 27 – MAX…
Voter Registration Deadline Quickly Approaching
Polk County residents who wish to register to vote in the November 5th General Election must do…
Polk County residents in flood-prone areas pick up sandbags ahead of Helene
Sandbag sites will be open again Wednesday as Polk County residents brace for heavy rain and winds…
Polk Public Schools will close on Thursday and Friday for Helene and all After-school events will be canceled
Polk County Public Schools will close Thursday and Friday in response to potentially serious weather effects…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that a pest-control company has released its list of the…
FDOT PROJECT ON STATE ROAD 33 WILL START OCTOBER 7, 2024 LAKELAND HILLS BOULEVARD COMPLETE STREETS
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will begin construction on State Road 33 (Lakeland Hills Boulevard)…
Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine Advisory Number
NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL AL092024 1100 PM EDT Mon Sep 23 2024 ...STORM SURGE…
Lakeland police opens applications for certified officers
Lakeland police leaders have long said they need more officers to keep up with growth. On…
Worst Florida Towns to Retire In and Lakeland Is on the List
Ah, Florida. It’s on the vision board for many retirees. What could be better than kicking back…
Forecasters: Helene Could Be Category 4 Hurricane at FL Landfall
A system churning through the western Caribbean Sea could strengthen into a Category 4 hurricane before…
Volunteers & Flag Wavers Wanted!
Thank you to everyone who showed up on Saturday with ENTHUSIASM to the Republican Headquarters! A…
Disaster Supply Kit Checklist
Below is a list of important contacts for hurricane-related assistance. You may consider printing this list…
Florida is not getting out of this one Be Prepare now for a major hurricane
It’s happening again. Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine, soon-to-be Helene, is likely to become yet another Florida…
Sandbag Sites to Open in Polk County on Tuesday
Polk County is making sandbags available throughout the county on Tuesday, Sept. 24. Locations listed below…
Americans Were Better Off With Trump — And Here’s Proof
On the economy (and everything else), the record shows Americans were better off under President Donald…
Oprah won’t be watching when you vote
Dr. Glenn Mollette Oprah Winfrey had a big gathering of celebrities to endorse and promote Kamala…
Hurricane risks rising Alabama Georgia Florida late this week including areas inland!
This is going to be a very interesting week that is setting up for the Deep…
Million Dollar Donation Made to Support Wetlands Preservation at Bonnet Springs Park
The Taylor Family Impact Foundation announced that it has made a one million dollar gift to…
Transformers One – Movie Review
By Bob Garver I actually had high hopes going into “Transformers One.” Not because I’m…
Spaghetti model update
Spaghetti model update: Now that we have an “invest”, you’re gonna see more of these maps.…
Sad statistics from Polk County Animal Control
The sad statistics from Polk County Animal Control continue to prove that those running the “shelter”…
I am appalled at the county commissioners
I am appalled at the county commissioners allowing an extremist group to speak at the meeting…
1 dead and 4 hospitalized after head-on crash in Lakeland
One person died at the scene of a crash on Saturday night, according to officials. The…
These new Florida laws go into effect on October 1
More than 30 Florida laws will go into effect on Oct. 1. While many of the…
TWENTY FIVE MILES FROM HOME
By VAN YANDELL Hebrews 4: 12 “For the word of God is quick, and powerful, and…
Lakeland Republican Election Headquarters Grand Opening Celebration
Great turn out at the Republican Election Headquarters Grand Opening Celebration today! Over 90 volunteers, community…
Some residents in Lakeland concerned about traffic from new hospital project
Earlier this week the city of Lakeland approved the construction of a 400-bed hospital off Harden…
Polk County Arrest on SR-400
FHP Troopers observed a Ford Explorer traveling eastbound on SR-400 near MM47 driving erratically, cutting in…