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Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Deputies Involved in Lethal Shooting of Suspect in Plant City
Central Florida deputies were recently involved in the lethal shooting of an erratic suspect in Plant…
Current 2024 Layoffs in Florida
Company Name State Notification Date Layoff Date Employees Affected Industry T-ROClayoff across the state of Florida…
UCF board vice chair and Seminole County employee arrested in prostitution sting
The University of Central Florida’s board of trustees vice chair and a Seminole County Sheriff`s Office…
Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes – Movie Review
By Bob Garver In this era of constant reboots and re-imaginings and the like, “Planet…
A growing number of minority entrepreneurs are coming to Lakeland
More people are moving to Lakeland and bringing along their business ideas. In 2022 Venny Smith,…
One Dead, Three Rescued at Disney World as Animal Kingdom Cast Member Gets Involved in Tragedy
There has been an update on the tragic case that left one dead and three rescued…
The swans remain a source of pride for the City of Lakeland
Throughout Lakeland, you’ll see artwork reflecting its mascot, the Swan. Living on Lake Morton, the swans…
Hit and run accident in front of Lakeland Regional Hospital
The young man (40’s?) in the Silver/Gray VW with an Air Force license plate ARG6U caused…
Mayfaire by the Lake Fine Art Festival brings out huge crowds
Mayfaire by the Lake launched in 1971 as a small craft fair on the lawn of…
The structure fire located on Water Oaks Dr.
Crews were dispatched to a structure fire located on Water Oaks Dr. in Winter Haven yesterday…
Resignation of Miss USA and Miss Teen USA raises concerns over organization leadership
“This is supposed to be a women empowerment organization, but they took that power away,” a…
Florida’s citrus growers feeling the squeeze after the latest forecast
By News Service Florida Bruises continue to be inflicted on Florida’s citrus industry, as the forecast for…
2 injured after driver careens into car parked on I-4 shoulder in Plant City
Photos courtesy: Florida Highway Patrol Two people were injured in a crash in Plant City early Friday morning…
Lakeland woman known for her Best Blue Velvet Cupcakes
Lakeland is home to The Best Blue Velvet Cupcakes. Owner Chequita Blake learned how to bake many…
Lakeland Electric Mutual Aid Crew heads to Tallahassee
Mutual Aid crews from Florida, Louisiana, and Alabama utilities are on their way to assist the…
Over 300 Jobs Lost In Florida As Company Unexpectedly Loses a Major Retail Contract
When you go shopping in Florida’s supercenters, chances are you see third-party vendors operating in and…
Polk County Schools’ bus fleet to be equipped with stop arm camera technology
When Polk County students return to school this fall, they’ll be riding on school buses with new camera…
Black bear spotted just blocks away from North Lakeland Publix
A black bear was spotted just blocks away from a North Lakeland Publix on Thursday evening…
South Florida Road Diet ………
All Information came from the City of Lakeland Staff The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has…
Lakeland History and Culture Center opens doors to areas of the past
Lakeland’s rich history is on display at the Lakeland Public Library. The History and Culture Center…
Surprise – Lakeland nurse delivers her own baby at home
One Lakeland area baby had quite a welcome into this world. Dejanique Milligan delivered her baby…
Drivers voice frustrations about South Florida Avenue
Drivers in Lakeland are voicing frustrations about South Florida Avenue, but it could be several years…
Homicide Investigation
On May 9, 2024, at 9:21 p.m. officers were called to a shooting at 1689 Village…
THANK YOU FOR BEING A BLESSING
By Van Yandell Philippians 1: 9-11 “And it is my prayer that your love may abound more…
Homeland Security and PCPD Serve Warrant at Plant City House
On April 16 at about 9:25 a.m., the Plant City Police Department and the Department of…
Silver Moon Drive-In keeping the tradition alive for more than 75 years
There are only four drive-ins left in Florida, and one of them is located in Lakeland.…
Governor Ron DeSantis Makes One Judicial Appointment
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announces one judicial appointment to the Polk County Court. Rachelle Williamson, of…
CAN YOU HELP IDENTIFY A GRAND THEFT SUSPECT?
On April 28th, 2024, a theft was reported to lakelandPD officers from the First United Methodist…
Antique shop in Lakeland has been a part of the community for 50 years
Lloyds of Lakeland has been serving the Lakeland community through its unique antique shop. Now owned…
City of Lakeland Fire Impact Fees
GROWTH MUST PAY FOR GROWTH The City of Lakeland does collect Fire Impact Fees. Currently, of…
Babies ‘R’ Us Reborn In Florida in Partnership with Kohl’s
Several Kohl’s locations in Florida will host baby product retailer Babies ‘R’ Us, which had shut…
The City of Lakeland is adjusting to growth and welcoming new businesses
Like much of Florida and Tampa Bay, the City of Lakeland is dealing with a lot…
The City of Plant City Hires New Chief of Police
The new police chief for the Plant City Police Department (PCPD) will be Richard Mills, Jr.…
Beachgoer finds approximately $1M worth of cocaine in the Florida Keys
A beachgoer strolling along the sands of the Florida Keys on Tuesday found an unusual item…
Lakeland Firefighters Battle Blaze at Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen
Lakeland Fire Department responded to Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen location on US-98 in Lakeland Thursday after a…
Book Review – Tress of the Emerald Sea
Title: Tress of the Emerald Sea Author: Brandon Sanderson ISBN: B0BPNB19CL Release Date: 01/10/23 Review: 5 Stars…
Lakeland’s newest mixed-use development is opening soon
Prospect Lake Wire is nearing completion at 380 Wire Dr., west of Lake Wire. Since the groundbreaking in February…