By Robert Anderson Publisher of the Lakeland Gazette Sheriff Grady Judd has done great things to…
Year: 2024
By-the-numbers look at Avelo’s first month at Lakeland Linder
It’s been roughly a month since Avelo Airlines launched Lakeland Linder Airport’s first commercial passenger airline service…
Publix Celebrates Coral Reef Awareness Week by Supporting Projects That Protect and Restore These Habitats
Full of life, coral reefs are home to some of the largest living structures on Earth.…
Former Florida congressman says respect needs to return to politics
During the campaign season, both Republicans and Democrats have used harsh language, saying the country is…
Publix birthday cake water tower
by Drones above the Bay The iconic Publix birthday cake water tower, affectionately known as “hydrocake,”…
A PORTION OF EAST MAIN STREET WILL BE IMPACTED BY THE PAVING PROJECT
WHO: Contractors working for the City of Lakeland WHAT: Milling and paving project WHY: Roadway resurfacing due…
Emily Colón, Deputy City Manager of Lakeland, Announces Resignation
The City of Lakeland announces the resignation of Deputy City Manager Emily Colón. Colón submitted her…
Book Review – The Mirror (The Lost Bride Trilogy #2)
Title: The Mirror (The Lost Bride Trilogy #2) Author: Nora Roberts Rating: 5 Stars Jessica’s Review:…
*Cold Case Investigation*
Help Identify Who Killed Roderick Demetrius Childs On Monday, January 22, 2018, Roderick Childs was found…
THE ELDERLY ARE PEOPLE TOO
By Van Yandell Genesis 7: 11 “In the six hundredth year of Noah’s life, in the…
Auburndale police and fire department join forces for active shooter training
The Auburndale police and fire departments are training to respond to an active shooter incident. “The…
Lakeland Fire crews responded to a structure fire
Lakeland Fire crews responded to a structure fire yesterday on Alexis Drive in Sunlake Estates. The…
Heatstroke in Cats
While our Polk County emergency vets see fewer cases of heatstroke in cats than in dogs,…
FL Plant First To Be Extinct Due To Climate Change
Research released earlier this month indicates the species is the country’s first local extinction caused by…
Election Team Hits the Road for Registration Deadline
The last day to register to vote for the August 20th Statewide Primary Election is Monday,…
Florida man arrested and accused of graphically threatening to kill Biden
A Florida man was arrested after federal authorities accused him of making multiple violent threats against…
Polk Pride Happy Hour
Molly McHugh’s Irish Pub, 111 S. Kentucky Ave., Lakeland, will have its monthly Happy Hour from…
Political Analysts Predict Winner of the Presidential Race Will Probably Be the One Who Survives Till November
SATIRE by BabylonBee Following controversy over President Joe Biden’s health and the attempted assassination of former…
Lakeland Gazette is a lid sponsor for the City Garage Motorsports (CGM) #85 car
City Garage Motorsports is thrilled to announce the formation of our new ARCA race team. Our…
Attempted break-in at North Lakeland Culver’s caps string of business burglaries
At least eight business owners in north Lakeland reported attempted break-ins, burglaries, or criminal mischief at…
Man claims police brutality during arrest by Lakeland police
A high-profile law firm said it would be getting involved in what they called an effort…
Lakeland MHP community continues to flood and neighbors are asking for help
Four times in eight days. That’s how many times a Lakeland mobile home park has flooded…
The Lakeland Aero Club members are in Ostrow, Poland
Let’s go Team USA! Did you know that in addition to the Olympics just a few…
City Garage Motorsports, Becca Monopoli set for ARCA debut at IRP with support from Orlando Health
City Garage Motorsports, a new ARCA Menards Series team based in Lakeland, Florida, will make its…
Sober Saturdays
Just two weeks left until this month’s #sobersaturdays at the #rosedynastycenter! Last month’s was a SMASH…
Celebration of the Arts
We are looking for participants for the upcoming Celebration of the Arts event!Follow the link below…
Are You Ever Too Old for a Bikini?
Worried about coming off as an exhibitionist at her daughter’s beach wedding, a reader wonders whether…
‘Free State of Florida’ welcome signs touting DeSantis motto cost taxpayers $60K
Florida spent $60,000 on new highway welcome signs that feature a campaign slogan used by Gov.…
Iowa judge dismisses charges against former Port Charlotte priest
A judge dismissed sexual abuse charges brought against a suspended Port Charlotte priest. Dubuque County, Iowa…
2 Lakeland restaurants fall short of standards
In some cases, violations are noted as technical issues not directly linked to hygiene or cleanliness.…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that the cofounder and spokesman for the Satanic Temple has…
Floridians Take Another Hit By Citizens: New 14% Increase Approved
In a move that has sparked anger and outrage among policyholders, the board of governors for…
K-9 Duncan was hailed as a hero in Polk County after catching multiple criminals
A K-9 is being praised for his heroics this past weekend. According to the Polk County…
New CDC Guidance on Handling Summer COVID Surge
Spiking COVID Cases across the U.S. There’s a buzz in the air this summer. COVID is…
‘Radioactive roads’ on hold as mining company awaits federal changes
After completing laboratory research on the use of phosphogypsum as a road base, a Florida-based mining…
20 people treated after ‘bug bomb’ falls off shelf inside Florida Publix
More than a dozen people were treated after a “bug bomb” fell off a shelf inside…
Need free pads or tampons? In Tampa, you can visit a ‘period pantry’
Pads, tampons, and other menstrual supplies aren’t cheap. Many low-income people struggle to pay for them, and they aren’t…
Jack Harrell, Dies at 68
For many people in Lakeland, Jack Randolph Harrell Jr. embodied the core values of his family’s…
A major U.S. toy company has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, citing precisely $50 million in debt
Imagine a world without Care Bears, Lincoln Logs, or Tonka trucks. It’s a scenario that almost…