The Lakeland-based Hurricane Hunters – part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – had a…
Year: 2024
Publix Super Markets Charities Donates $11 Million to Help Feed Neighbors in Need
Publix Supermarkets has launched its annual Publix Serves Week, focusing on feeding neighbors in need. Publix Super…
GOP Sen. Rick Scott Tells CNN ‘Climate Is Clearly Changing’ — Rejecting DeSantis’s Hostility to Acknowledging Climate Change
Sen. Rick Scott (R-FL) did not hesitate to agree with CNN anchor Dana Bash when she asked him if climate…
Floating fire ant piles? Yes. Flooding from storms like Helene promotes pests on the move
Floating fire ant piles? Yes. It’s a thing especially after big storms that cause flooding like Hurricane…
Bloom Shakalaka: Lakeland’s new destination for floral finds
By Julia Vorbeck The Southern The popular flower shop, Bloom Shakalaka (Bloom), previously located in The…
Pinellas County evacuees seek refuge in Lakeland
Evacuees from Pinellas County are heeding the storm surge warnings caused by Hurricane Helene and are…
Midwest Food Bank provides relief in the wake of Hurricane Helene
Central Illinois-based Midwest Food Bank is mobilizing relief efforts as Hurricane/Tropical Storm Helene continues to bring…
Death Toll is rising from Hurricane Helene
More than 40 deaths in FL and nearby states were caused by Hurricane Helene, which hit…
Video shows Lee County Sheriff Marceno accepting stack of cash from ex-‘ghost employee’
Embattled Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno has been captured in video recordings accepting a stack of…
NPA Lakeland Welcomes New General Operations Manager
Nick Burchell, with extensive experience in the powersports and marine industries, aims to elevate NPA Lakeland’s…
Tampa Fatal Crash Sept 26 Interstate 4
Vehicle 1, a Honda Odyssey, driven by a 61-year-old Gibsonton man, was traveling westbound on Interstate…
At Least 25 Dead In 4 States, Hundreds Of FL Rescues
The U.S. Coast Guard Air Station in Clearwater saved a man and his dog Thursday after…
Hurricane Helene, Polk County Wrap Up
It’s safe to say that Polk County got lucky with Hurricane Helene, avoiding much of the…
Request Your Vote-by-Mail Ballot for the November 5th General Election
Ballots are now available for eligible voters who wish to vote by mail in the General…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 686 UNTIL6 AM EDT FRIDAY WHICH REPLACES A…
Florida Man Almost Died While Getting a Lap Dance from His Housekeeper
This story is one for the books! ” Florida man almost died while getting a lap…
NYC Mayor Eric Adams charged with fraud and accepting bribes
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been charged with five counts in an alleged long-standing conspiracy connected…
HELENE IS COMING AND SO IS ETERNITY (WE HAVE BEEN WARNED)
By Van Yandell Matthew 24: 38-39 “For as in the days that were before the flood…
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…