A wetlands/protected wildlife and plants survey is planned to start on Monday, March 11, 2024, in…
Year: 2024
Detroit Tigers Spring Training boosts economy in Lakeland
Sports photos by Tom Hagerty Click here to see more MLB Spring Training is in full…
Questions for Polk County Fire Rescue – Who Will Answer Them?
Letter to the Editor – The Groover Family This is one of the Polk County Fire…
Polk Museum of Art unveils official 2024 Mayfaire image
One of Lakeland’s frequently spotted feathered friends will be featured in the official 2024 Mayfaire-by-the-Lake poster.…
Expansion of the Polk Museum of Art
The expansion of the Polk Museum of Art is coming along quickly. The new wing is…
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd Exposes Border Policy Flaws Fueling Human Trafficking Ring
In a startling revelation, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd has shone a light on a grim…
Florida’s DeSantis and Ladapo – A Measles Outbreak with Parental Rights vs. Public Health
In a satirical twist, Florida declares victory over measles by valuing parental choice over public health…
Florida Poison Control reports record calls for THC edibles
Florida Poison Control Jacksonville (FPCJ) is reporting a record number of calls for THC edibles. “We…
DeSantis insists Florida’s largest insurer is broke. It has $5B.
Many Florida residents are understandably confused by their state’s tumultuous property insurance market. One of them…
Road Rage Incident
FHP Troopers are searching for a gray or silver 2020 Honda Civic which fled the scene…
Grand opening of LEGO Ferrari Build & Race
Today we sped into spring break with the grand opening of LEGO Ferrari Build & Race!…
MASSIVE RECALL OF A POPULAR SHREDDED CHEESE BRAND IS UNDERWAY
I just bought a couple of packs of shredded cheese earlier this week and like you,…
Guest of Florida congressman arrested for heckling Biden during SOTU, reports say
The guest of a Florida congressman was arrested after being escorted from President Joe Biden’s State…
Lakeland Punk Rock Flea Market
March 24th, 2024 (12pm-6pm) – FREE EVENT!!! You don’t have to be a punk to have a…
Florida is currently facing a new round of massive layoffs
Florida is witnessing a new wave of massive layoffs as several businesses have filed WARN notices,…
A Transportation Company Intends To Lay off Hundreds of Employees In Florida
Florida companies and governments often use third-party contractors to keep their businesses and operations running smoothly.…
Detroit Tigers have been calling Lakeland — Spring Training home for 88 years
There’s a lot of history when it comes to the Detroit Tigers and the City of…
Abandoned flower shop ready to become 2 eateries
A long-vacant flower shop on South Florida Avenue will be redesigned to serve as the home…
Florida bill allowing parents to waive some child labor laws
Changes are coming to Florida’s child labor laws. The Senate approved a House bill Thursday that…
POLICE SERGEANT & MOTHER BOTH FOUND AT FAULT IN CRASH THAT KILLED 5 YR OLD GIRL
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit has completed its investigation into a fatal crash that…
A man tried to kidnap a girl and exposed himself to children
On March 6, 2024, Robert Miranda of Titusville, DOB 3/6/1982, was booked into the Polk County Jail…
Bill giving mobile homeowners more protections on the verge of passage
A bill that would provide Florida mobile homeowners more tools and protections is on the verge…
State purchases conservation easements for two ranches in Polk County
The Florida Department of Agriculture has approved conservation easements for two agricultural properties in Polk County. The department…
Schoolhouse Hamburger Gravy
Schoolhouse Hamburger Gravy30 minutes to prepare serves 4-6 INGREDIENTS1 pound lean ground beef½ cup chopped white…
ALDI plans to open 800 grocery stores in 5 years: Here’s where
ALDI closed a deal to buy out Southeastern Grocers, the parent company of Winn-Dixie and Harveys…
THIS SUNDAY MARCH 10!!! GET YOUR TICKETS!!
THIS SUNDAY MARCH 10!!! GET YOUR TICKETS!! Get your tickets TODAY and be a part of…
Police Investigating Murder-Suicide Last Night
An officer from the Winter Haven Police Department responded to the South Lake Howard Nature Park…
On March 1, 2024, this beautiful little boy died.
Letter to the Editor On March 1, 2024, six-year-old Adam Jonathan Gitter was brought to the…
FWC: Now accepting applications for the annual School Fishing Club Program grant
The application period is now open for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) School…
Florida is now poised to become the first state in the nation to ban lab-grown meat
The GOP-controlled House of Representatives on Wednesday approved legislation that would prohibit the manufacturing for sale…
Photo of the 1943 volunteers for the Lakeland Chapter of the American Red Cross
1943 volunteers for the Lakeland Chapter of the American Red Cross gather for a group photo…
Doritos Announces New Spokesperson Jared From Subway
By BabylonBee Satire In a show of solidarity with the LGBTQ+ community, Doritos has taken bold…
SNF HITS A RECORD WITH MORE EXHIBITORS THAN EVER BEFORE!
This year we have more Exhibitors than any other year in SUN ‘n FUN history! With…
AUSTIN DEAN WISE charged with 83 counts of child porn
Wise is from the Bartow/Highland City area. He has been charged with 83 counts of child…
SUN ‘n FUN Fly-In 50th anniversary highlights passion for aviation
The SUN ‘n FUN Fly-In in Lakeland is celebrating a major milestone this year—its 50th anniversary. More than…
Publix’s “Classic” Scales Are Only In Florida But Some New Florida Stores Won’t Have Them
If you’re a Floridian who regularly shops at Publix, you may or may not have a…
Florida Senate passes bill to raise minimum age limit for exotic dancers
The Florida Senate Tuesday voted to strip away exotic dancers’ ability to work until they’re 21…
INCONSISTENCIES ARE A PART OF LIFE?
By Van Yandell Acts 4: 12 “Neither is there salvation in any other: for there is…
Women’s History Month
“As we enter into Women’s History Month, we’d like to recognize professional basketball team owner, Amy…
Will My Benefit Increase if I Work While Collecting Disability?
I will be 64 in March and currently receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments. My…
Florida DOT sets project to add lanes on I-4 in eastern Polk
For those who despise driving on Interstate 4 in eastern Polk County, the Florida Department of…
18 YR OLD ARRESTED & CHARGED WITH MULTIPLE COUNTS OF ATTEMPTED 2ND DEGREE MURDER FOLLOWING ROBBERY AT AUBURNDALE FLEA MARKET
On February 29, 2024, Polk County Sheriff’s Office Deputies arrested and charged Michael Angle Prado with…