More than 1,200 Walgreens stores will close over the next three years as the struggling drugstore…
Month: October 2024
The enormous surge of water sent Over 5 Million Gallons of untreated sewage into at least five Lakes in Lakeland
So far, the City of Lakeland has reported at least eight spills affecting Lake Somerset, Lake Parker, Lake…
No, FEMA is not capping disaster assistance at $750
As FEMA responds to three hurricanes in Florida alone, the agency faces another obstacle: misinformation. Rumors…
State Attorney to pursue Animal Cruelty Charges Against Owner of Dog Tied to pole before Milton
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced on Tuesday that State Attorney Suzy Lopez of the Hillsborough County area…
Polk County schools to reopen Wednesday
Polk County schools are set to reopen Wednesday after Hurricane Milton, the county announced on Facebook . Schools…
Lakeland man killed in motorcycle crash
A 33-year-old man died after a motorcycle crash in Lakeland Monday night, according to the Polk…
Operation Blue Roof
Operation Blue Roof offers a free service for homeowners and permanently occupied rental properties by providing…
CITY OF LAKELAND LAUNCHES PIPE INVENTORY PROGRAM
The City of Lakeland has launched a new program to identify any lead or galvanized drinking…
Walker Road Food and Water Distribution Site Update
Polk County’s Walker Road food and water distribution site (1035 Walker Rd., Lakeland) will cease operations…
Emergency Lift Station and Road Repairs to Keep West Campbell Road Closed for Up to Two Weeks
Ongoing emergency repairs to a Polk County Utilities (PCU) sanitary sewer lift station on West Campbell…
‘We’re at our wit’s end’: Lakeland community flooded out by Hurricane Milton
Monday marks five days for residents of a mobile home community, and neighborhoods surrounding Lake Bonny…
Lakeland Kids Uplift Utility Crews with Snack Packs Amid Post-Hurricane Recovery
In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, which left Lakeland battered by high waters, downed trees, and…
Who Will You Make Your Next Donation To And Why?
By Dr. Glenn Mollette What is the average giving per person in church? Studies show that…
Polk County Parks and Environmental Lands Sites Begin Reopening
A majority of Polk County’s more than 100 parks and boat ramps are set to reopen…
Terrifier 3 – Movie Review
By Bob Garver Here’s a movie that certainly surpassed expectations. The low-budget “Terrifier” franchise is…
Bonnet Springs Park distributing cases of water and MREs
Tomorrow from 9 AM to 3 PM, we’ll be distributing cases of water and 10-meal boxes…
Food and Water Distribution Sites, Updates
Tuesday, Oct. 15, will be the last day of operation for the Mulberry food and water…
Insurance Village to Open at the RP Funding Center Tomorrow
An insurance village will be open at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland on Tuesday, Oct.…
LAKELAND HURRICANE MILTON UPDATE – OCT. 14
Gas is being delivered from the port of Tampa, there are stations in the area that…
Florida SNAP recipients can now apply for food replacement
The Florida Department of Children and Families announced that SNAP recipients will be able to apply…
Drive-Thru Food & Water Distribution
Join us tomorrow, Monday, October 14, at 9:00 a.m. at the United Way of Central Florida!…
A hole forms in North Lakeland road at site of lift station
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office closed a section of Campbell Road in North Lakeland on Saturday,…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
LAKELAND HURRICANE MILTON UPDATE – OCT. 13
Gas is starting to be delivered from the port of Tampa, and we should see normal…
Distribution Event including non-perishable food items, water, diapers, wipes, and more
This Sunday, October 13, from 3-6 p.m., One More Child will be hosting a Distribution Event…
Lakeland Saturday Update: Hurricane Milton Recovery
Kevin Cook, Director of Communications, shares the latest on the City’s ongoing recovery efforts after Hurricane…
Lakeland Electric Update
Today, power has been successfully restored to more than 9,000 customers, marking over 90% of customers…
Polk County Declared Disaster Area opening the door for federal recovery programs
Polk County has been declared a major disaster area by President Biden, opening the door for…
Florida sets up fuel sites in Plant City, Bradenton, and St. Pete
Three fuel distribution sites have been set up by the state in the wake of Hurricane Milton to…
Polk schools will be closed on Monday and Tuesday
The Polk County school district will need more time to get schools into shape. Polk County…
Section of Deen Still Road to Close Today
Due to flooding from Hurricane Milton, Deen Still Road will be closed from SR 33 to…
Polk Food and Water Distribution Sites Open
Distribution sites for water and food have been set up in several Polk County locations to…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
LAKELAND HURRICANE RESTORATION UPDATE – 10/12
Gas is starting to be delivered from the Port of Tampa. It is impossible to provide…
Storm Recovery Update: PCPS Continues to Inspect Schools, No Decision Made Yet Regarding Reopening Date
An update from PCPS Superintendent Fred Heid: Dear families, First and foremost, I hope that you…
Volunteer Polk Seeking Volunteers to Help with Post-Hurricane Efforts
Now that Hurricane Milton has left Polk County, cleanup efforts are set to begin. If you…
Flood Advisory for Lakeland Residents: Water Use Restrictions
Public Notice: Flood Advisory for Lakeland Residents: Water Use Restrictions and Safety Alert Some areas around…
Lakeland man with late-stage Alzheimer’s found dead after wandering away after Hurricane Milton
Deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office located the body of a missing Lakeland man Friday…
Elmo Dies in Flood
Satire Lakeland received over 11 inches of rain from Hurricane Milton. During a flood, Elmo got…
Polk Theatre Schedule
Schedule: Friday, October 11 @ 7:30 PM – BEETLEJUICE Saturday, October 12 @ 4 PM –…