From one of the fastest-growing cities in Florida to the smallest municipality in Tennessee, Lakeland Fire…
Year: 2024
Election Day Tips for Hassle-Free Voting
Florida’s General Election is Tuesday, November 5th, and Supervisor of Elections Lori Edwards has some helpful…
Polk County Parks and Natural Resources Closure Updates
While most of Polk County’s parks and boat ramps have reopened following Hurricane Milton, some areas…
Ice Cream Nachos
Prep Time 10 mins Cook Time 10 mins Total Time 20 mins Yields 4-6 Directions Ingredients…
BREATHE IN, BREATHE OUT, FOCUS, MOVE ON
By Van Yandell Isaiah 41:10 “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for…
2024 Truck or Treat event photos
Photos by Lakeland PD What an incredible time at the 2024 Truck or Treat event! Our…
A Heartfelt Thank You!
Today, our Lakeland Electric linemen received some wonderful surprise thank-you cards from the fifth-grade students at…
Lake Seward Flood Relief Plan
Flooding along the edge of Lake Seward has severely damaged homes and prevented access to others.…
44th ANNUAL SWAN ROUNDUP RESCHEDULED – NOVEMBER 5TH
The City of Lakeland Parks Division will be on Lake Morton at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday,…
Sheriff Grady Judd claims Amendment 3 is about ‘corporate greed’
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis spoke against Amendment 3 during a press conference on Tuesday.…
Love Bug Season in Florida: What They Are and Why It Happens
Welcome to Florida’s annual love bug season! In this article, we delve into the intriguing world…
Florida announces disaster food assistance program for hurricane victims
Florida’s Department of Children and Families (DCF) has announced that the state’s application for the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition…
ROAD CLOSURES DUE TO LAKE BONNY FLOOD MITIGATION PROJECT
A concentrated effort is being made to mitigate the flooding that has happened around Lake Bonny. …
Their Divine Fires
Title: Their Divine Fires Author: Wendy Chen ISBN: 9781643755151 Release Date: 05/07/24 Rating: 5 Stars Jessica’s…
Pumps and Pipes Arrive to Draw Down Flooded Lake Bonny
Tractor trailers pulled up to Interlachen Park on Tuesday evening carrying pumps and pipes that will…
Polk County man dead after pointing gun at deputies; wife also found dead in home
Sheriff Grady Judd said the suspect was threatening to shoot himself and his wife on her…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that Florida has seen a recent increase in confirmed cases…
Let’s Do the Time Warp Again!
This Weekend @ the POLK! More information about the show… Tickets can be purchased here in…
Why is Rep. Melony Bell running for Polk Supervisor of Elections? An experiment in entitlement
The answer is obvious: she’s a Barnett/Publix in-law and a GOPer; so she assumes she’s owed…
Notice of Intent to Adopt a Development Agreement
Notice is hereby given that the City Commission of Lakeland, Florida, proposes to approve the following:…
NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK!
The Lakeland Police Department is proud to join The Drug Enforcement Administration and its national and…
White House says health insurance needs to fully cover condoms, other over-the-counter birth control
Millions of people with private health insurance would be able to pick up over-the-counter methods like…
As a Catholic OBGYN, I urge you to vote Yes on Amendment 4
By Dr. Cecilia Grande Amendment 4: Voters will choose whether to legalize abortion up to viability…
Lakeland-Linder International Airport adds 7 new destinations
Lakeland-Linder International Airport to add seven destinations across the United States. Starting Oct. 24, an inaugural…
LAKE BONNY FLOOD MITIGATION STRATEGY MULTI-AGENCY SOLUTION TO PUMP ADDITIONAL STORMWATER FROM LAKE BONNY
The City of Lakeland is working with several agencies in ongoing efforts to mitigate the sustained flooding on…
What Florida’s marijuana amendment does
Amendment 3 legalizes recreational marijuana in Florida. It allows those 21 and older to have up to…
Flooded Lake Bonny residents demand action from Lakeland City leaders
Frustrated Lake Bonny residents and Lakeland city leaders agreed on one thing Monday: the pump to…
Federal Emergency Management Agency Specialists Canvas Communities
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) crews are currently visiting Polk County neighborhoods. DSA specialists…
Bridges of Mercy
By Sarah Schmitt The Salvation Army continues to serve hot meals, water, and ice, and provide…
Lakeland Electric Customers!
We appreciate your support after Hurricane Milton. All storm-related outages are restored, and we’re back to…
FAA Approve New Approach Route to Lakeland International Airport and new departure procedures are coming
Airport officials announced today at the Commission meeting that the Federal Aviation Administration has approved their…
Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrests woman for armed robbery of an Uber driver
Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies have arrested a 27-year-old woman for allegedly robbing an Uber driver…
Some FL Election Websites Crash During Early Voting
Some Florida election websites experienced trouble Monday as voters began heading to the polls on the…
Thursday is the Last Day to Request a Mail Ballot
Polk County voters have until Thursday, October 24th to submit a request for a ballot to be…
𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗞 𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧 – 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗢𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝟮𝟭𝗦𝗧!
We can’t wait to have a night of fun, safe, trick-or-treating! This year’s event will take…
Florida Publix, Walmart, Aldi, Target Frozen Waffles Recalled
TreeHouse Foods, Inc. is voluntarily recalling frozen waffles sold as store brands for major retailers such…
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd gets goofy for Haunted Jail Fundraiser
Buster the skeleton has a problem. When Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd goes full “Ouija board…
Wisconsin electric utility workers return home after Hurricane Milton power restoration efforts in Lakeland
Wisconsin electric utility workers returned home after helping with Hurricane Milton’s recovery in Florida. The team…
Federal judge blasts DeSantis administration for threats against TV stations
“To keep it simple for the State of Florida: it’s the First Amendment, stupid.” That’s what…