One year after arson destroyed his food pantry just before Thanksgiving, Dais Abraham said he has struggled to build…
Year: 2024
“Greater Lakeland” Silver Moon on the small screen
At the Silver Moon, anyone can be part of cinematic history — just ask Allen Kucera,…
Spirit Airlines prepares to file for bankruptcy
Distressed low-budget carrier Spirit Airlines is planning to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection within weeks after a merger…
Advance Auto Parts to Close Hundreds of Locations Across The Country
Advance Auto Parts announced it will be closing around 700 locations across the country after posting a quarterly…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
‘The Pepper Project’ Lakeland restaurateurs show support
Update: It is with heavy and tearful hearts that we share the passing of our beloved…
Hundreds of books pulled from Florida school libraries
According to a list compiled by the state’s Department of Education for the 2023-24 school year,…
MAJOR Sara update
MAJOR Sara update: The NHC is now DISSIPATING Tropical Storm Sara while it crosses the Yucatan.…
Lake Bonny residents able to return home, assess damage as water recedes
“Every floor in the house is gone. That water came in so hard it blew my…
Weekend Squeeze adds service to Florida Southern College
The Squeeze is going to college. Starting Friday, Nov. 15, the weekend Squeeze service will serve…
PCSO Deputies arrest 4 for armed robbery
Polk County Sheriff’s deputies arrested four suspects in connection with an armed robbery in Lakeland. Around…
Congratulations to LPD Sergeant Williams and Officers Smith and Martinez!
Congratulations to Sergeant Williams and Officers Smith and Martinez! After over a year of hard work,…
The Housemaid’s Secret
Title: The Housemaid’s Secret Author: Freida McFadden ISBN: 9780349132617 Release Date: 2/20/23 Rating: 4 Stars Jessica’s…
Vet Fest is Saturday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland
Vet Fest is helping connect veterans to the VA benefits they’ve earned. The free event will…
Potential Tropical Storm Sara’s Path could hit Florida
AccuWeather meteorologists published their first path for potential Tropical Storm Sara on Wednesday morning after chances that the…
Free Turkey Giveaway for Local Polk County Families
Polk Sheriff’s Charities, Inc., a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, will host a free turkey giveaway on Saturday, November…
Pedestrian killed in crash near Lakeland
Crash occurred on US 92 at Reynolds Road A pedestrian was struck and killed by a…
Polk County Man Arrested For Two Thefts within 15 Minutes
A man with five prior theft convictions was arrested after pulling off two daring grocery thefts in just…
Flightoberfest
This Saturday NOVEMBER 16, 2024 Fly-In or Drive-in! FREE PARKING! The forecast is SUNNY with a…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that the head of Florida’s environmental protection agency has stepped…
Press Conference Lakeland Police Dept
Press conference to announce the conclusion of an investigation into Francisco Cabrera – a violent felon…
Environmental concerns rise in Florida after Trump picks Zeldin to lead EPA
By Trimmel Gomes Florida News Connection Florida environmental advocates are concerned about the future after President-elect…
Trump taps US Senator Marco Rubio for secretary of state
Donald Trump selected U.S. Senator Marco Rubio to be his secretary of state, sources said on…
AJ is a community hero. The act of bravery is unmatched
Anthony Slater (AJ) is a community hero. The act of bravery is unmatched. The amount of…
What did we learn from the majority of America’s voters on November fifth?
By Glenn Mollette We learned that the majority of America’s voters want border security. Americans are…
Florida Homeowners Call It Quits: Selling Hurricane-Damaged Homes to “Quick Buy” & “As Is” Vultures
Desperate homeowners, crushed by soaring insurance costs and storm damage, sell to cash buyers at steep…
Trump on Day 1: Begin deportation push, pardon Jan. 6 rioters and make his criminal cases vanish
Donald Trump has said he wouldn’t be a dictator — “except for Day 1.” According to…
Man arrested in 2020 on child pornography charge files new suit against Polk Sheriff Judd
Two former Davenport residents are suing Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and a former deputy over a 2020 arrest for…
Statistics from Polk County Animal Control
“Shelter” – A place giving temporary protection; to protect or shield from something harmful Here are…
250 Positions Cut As Florida Manufacturing Facility Closing – Transferring Production To Mexico
From the articles that I’ve written about the creation and losses of manufacturing jobs in Florida,…