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Year: 2024
Milton damaged 900 buildings and destroyed 27. And dozens inaccessible in the city limits of Lakeland
The full picture of Hurricane Milton’s devastating impact on the City of Lakeland has started to emerge with…
LAKELAND HURRICANE MILTON UPDATE – OCT. 18
Residential Garbage Collection resumed normal operations. This includes garbage, recycling, and yard waste. Expect delays in…
State-Run Public Shelter Still Open for Displaced Polk County Residents
While locally run emergency shelters have ceased operations, a state-run shelter remains open to help residents.…
Feeling incredibly grateful this week and we just had to share!
Feeling incredibly grateful this week and we just had to share! Mrs. Harbison’s class at South…
Greater Lakeland | The Swans of Lakeland
In Episode 2 of the series, discover the fascinating and drama-filled history of Lakeland’s beloved swans. Join librarian…
A Huge Thank You! Today
A Huge Thank You! Today, Lakeland Electric extends heartfelt gratitude to all the mutual aid crews…
True Value declares bankruptcy and sells itself to a hardware rival
True Value, a 75-year-old hardware store brand, has filed for bankruptcy and is selling substantially all…
Lakeland organizations offer free clothes to Hurricane Milton survivors
Jessica Criswell runs Hidden Gem Consignment Boutique in North Lakeland. Many people in that part of…
LAKELAND HURRICANE MILTON UPDATE – OCT. 17
Lakeland Electric reports that power has been reinstated for customers who can safely receive service. As clean-up efforts continue, hanging…
“Operation Autumn Sweep” results in 157 arrests including a Disney Employee
During a five-day-long undercover human trafficking operation, which began on October 2, 2024, the Polk County…
The One I Left Behind
Title: The One I Left Behind Author: Piper Rayne ISBN: 979-8887142500 Release Date: 05/14/24 Rating: 5…
Get TSA PreCheck at LAL
We’re now just one week away from our TSA PreCheck® Enrollment Event at LAL! Appointments are…
Lakes Church – Free hot meals are available daily from 4-6 PM
In the wake of Hurricane Milton, our community is coming together stronger than ever. Lakes Church,…
Wednesday Update: Hurricane Milton Recovery
Kevin Cook, Director of Communications, shares the latest on the City’s ongoing recovery efforts after Hurricane…
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control seeking owners of pets found during Hurricane Milton
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control division is searching for the owners of 44 dogs…
Movies and TV shows casting in Lakeland
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age.…
Lake Bonny in Deep Waters Given New Hope
By Sarah Schmitt Continued efforts have been made to reach communities still in distress after the…
Lake Mirror Classic
The Lake Mirror Classic is just two weeks away! Experience amazing, rare vehicles at every event…
The Rocky Horror Picture Show Extravaganza
More information about the show… Tickets can be purchased here in advance TIMEWARP
Ron DeSantis and Jennifer Canady must arrest me for accurate forced birth writing
The state government is threatening local TV station workers with arrest for running Amendment 4 ads…
Early Voting Coming Soon
Eligible voters may vote in advance of the November 5th General Election at ten convenient locations around…
LAKELAND HURRICANE MILTON UPDATE – COTBER 16
Residential Garbage Collection resumed normal operations on Monday, October 14th. This includes garbage, recycling, and yard…
LAKE BONNY FLOOD CONDITIONS – PUBLIC NOTICE
There are some areas around Lakeland that were hit very hard with flooding (photo attached) due…
Local Linemans Kids Show Gratitude to Other Lineman and Police
The kids loved taking their daddy’s crew & the LPD officer’s lunch today. On Tuesday evening,…
PLEASE GIVE YOUR UNDIVIDED ATTENTION
By Van Yandell James 5: 16b “The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.”…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that Florida’s Citizens Insurance could become insolvent with one more…
Massive meat recall includes hundreds of products sold at Walmart, Target, and more
Check your fridge and freezer: A massive meat recall linked to possible listeria contamination has impacted…
Florida Supervisors of Elections ask for more voting accommodations post-Milton
An organization representing election officials in all 67 Florida counties is again asking state officials for…
Walgreens Closing 1,200 Stores
More than 1,200 Walgreens stores will close over the next three years as the struggling drugstore…
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…