Title: Gray After Dark Author: Noelle W. Ihli ISBN: 9798987845578 Release Date: 03/22/24 Review: 4 Stars In…
Year: 2024
GOD KNEW BEFORE GALILEO
By Van Yandell Amos 5:8 “Seek him that maketh the seven stars and Orion, and turneth the…
Brush fires burn areas in several counties
Multiple brush fires are burning in areas in Polk and Highlands counties on Wednesday evening. The…
Man Rushed To Hospital After Setting Himself On Fire Inside Of Plant City Publix
A man was rushed to the hospital in critical condition Wednesday after police say he was…
Lakeland Ministry helps the community by giving away free food and other necessities
Going to the grocery store these days is expensive, and a local ministry is helping ease…
On George Floyd’s anniversary, Tampa Bay activists demand justice for Lakeland resident Antwan Glover
On Saturday, May 25, African American community members in Lakeland, Florida gathered together with TAARPR (Tampa…
Florida Board of Education passes rule ensuring high school sports separated by biological sex
The State Board of Education reinforced its stance Wednesday that protecting the integrity of women and…
Lakeland startup makes advances in the publishing field
A husband-and-wife team seeks to help authors and publishers come together quicker — and with markedly…
Firefighters rescue a driver trapped under a tractor-trailer
Haines City and Polk County firefighters rescued a driver who had slammed into the rear of…
Talbot House purchased the old former Salvation Army’s East Polk shelter and has plans to extend its emergency shelter services for individuals who are homeless into Winter Haven
Maria Cruz, Talbot House’s director, said the nonprofit organization purchased The Salvation Army’s former East Polk…
2 killed in a fiery crash involving a semi, and a box truck in Polk County
Two people were killed Wednesday morning in a fiery crash involving a semi-truck and box truck,…
John Morgan says he ‘might’ run for governor
Floridians have seen attorney John Morgan’s billboard ads: “America’s Largest Injury Law Firm – Size Matters,” one reads.…
3 tropical waves emerge days before the 2024 hurricane season
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring three tropical waves just days before the official start of…
Lakeland Fire Department proudly welcomes its newest rescue truck
Rescue 32, enhances our ability to serve and protect our community. Rescue 32 is equipped with…
Structure Fire 37 and 60 in Mulberry
The little thrift store on 37 and 60 Mulberry just burned down. On Tuesday, May 28…
Marcus & Millichap Brokers $4.5 Million Sale of CVS-Occupied Property in Lakeland, Florida
Marcus & Millichap has brokered the $4.5 million sale of a single-tenant retail property located in…
FDOT is planning a 210-mile walking and biking trail from Polk to Collier County
Ever had the desire to stroll — or pedal — from Lakeland to Naples? The Florida Department…
16-year-old gets brutally assaulted and tased by the Lakeland Police Department
The video below is graphic! Black Lives Matter Restoration Inc. is aware of the video circulating…
TWO DECLINING LAUREL OAKS ADJACENT TO LAKE HOLLINGSWORTH TRAIL WILL BE REMOVED
Starting June 10, 2024, the City of Lakeland Parks Division will remove two declining laurel oak…
Our final classic film in May and what’s coming in June to the POLK!
Schedule: Thursday, May 30 @ 6:30 PM – SPIRIT: STALLION OF THE CIMARRON* Monday, June 10…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know Florida seen a record number of tourists in the first…
Sidecar
The Sidecar, with a century of history behind it, is probably the most famous of all classic…
One of The World’s Top Exporters Of Orange Juice, Cutrale, To Close FL Plant, Lay Off Over 100
It is no secret that the state of Florida is one of the world’s largest producers of citrus…
Polk County Fire Rescue responded to a brush fire off Regel Loop in Mulberry
#PCFR crews’ initial tone was for a structure fire at 4:34 p.m. Upon the arrival of…
Housing agencies look to help youth aging out of foster care
According to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, youth who age out of foster…
Drinking Water Map Shows States With High Contamination Levels
A drinking water map created by the Environmental Working Group (EWG) from a collection of national data reveals…
Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga – Movie Review
By Bob Garver 2015’s “Mad Max: Fury Road” was one of the most critically-lauded action…
Multiple explosions reported in Hernando County fire
Hernando County firefighters worked to extinguish a structure fire in Ridge Manor Sunday afternoon. A Hernando…
Bus Driver Arrested
A bus leaving from Sebring and heading to an out-of-town senior trip was pulled over on…
Letter – Denial of climate change
It is distressing to read “DeSantis Resists Climate Measures,” [May 7] by John Kennedy. Sadly, a…
Nearly 1.9 million bottles of water impacted by FDA recall
The Food and Drug Administration ( FDA ) says a bottled water producer is recalling thousands of cases…
Broward School System: A Target for State Takeover?
The State of Florida is considering options, including taking over the Broward School System. The Florida…
Pilot injured in airplane glider crash near Winter Haven High School
A pilot was injured after an airplane glider crashed in Polk County on Saturday afternoon, according…
Florida Crawling With Bed Bugs, 3 Cities Among Most Infested
Florida, known for its sunny beaches and warm climate, has unfortunately earned another distinction: being home…
What three grams of fentanyl looks like
The homeless person is a heavy user and will use it all in 3-4 days. According…
Lakeland Electric prepared for hurricane season after trial run in Tallahassee
Utility companies are always bracing for the worst when it comes to hurricane season and this year’s outlook…
Morgan Spurlock, the documentary filmmaker behind ‘Super Size Me,’ dies at 53
Morgan Spurlock, the muckraking documentary filmmaker who chronicled 30 days when he ate only McDonald’s food…