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Year: 2024
Two Florida Giants Merge Vacation Membership
Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) offerings just increased by 40%. The company agreed to merge with Bluegreen Vacations…
Central Florida Comic Con 2024 photos
Photos by Tom Hagerty — For other photos click here CFCC Returns January 20-21, 2024 at…
Moved headstone of murder victim leaves mother upset and asking questions, why?
The mother of a Polk County murder victim is shedding more tears this week after her…
Lakeland student hospitalized after consuming THC marijuana gummy she thought it was candy
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after deputies said three students at Sleepy Hill Middle School in Lakeland consumed…
Motorcyclist clocked at nearly 120 mph on I-4
A motorcyclist was arrested Thursday after troopers said he was clocked at 120 mph before he…
‘There won’t be any beer come March’: US Anheuser-Busch workers threaten to strike
Represented by Teamsters, 5,000 workers at 12 breweries prepare to strike after voting 99% in favor…
Bright Health is moving its headquarters from Minnesota to Florida and changing its name
Bright Health is moving its headquarters from Minnesota to Florida and is changing its name to…
WATER MAIN BREAK ON 540A IMPACTING WESTBOUND LANE
WHO: City of Lakeland Water Department WHAT: Repairing broken water main WHEN: Issue was noticed…
Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes
Ingredients:3 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1/4 inch thick1 medium onion, sliced and separated into rings3…
Operation Pop-Top: Convenience store clerk arrested for sale of Kratom to juvenile
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested a convenience store clerk on Tuesday, January 16, 2024, after…
Catapult hosted the 5th annual Lakeland Entrepreneur Awards!
It was an amazing opportunity to recognize key individuals who have a special impact on Lakeland’s…
Man killed in crash on US 92 near Lakeland
A man was killed in an early morning crash on US 92 near Lakeland on Thursday.…
Busted — Leonna Love
On January 17, 2024, in the early morning hours, Lakeland Police officers intercepted a vehicle that…
Encore Presentation! Gospel Village: A Story of Hope
This Saturday evening, January 20th, at 6 PM, Lake Morton Community Church is hosting an encore…
Attempt to Restrict Flags Fuels Fight
By Jim Saunders – The News Service of Florida The Florida House on Wednesday began moving…
Lakeland Commissioners Approve $6.5M for Coal Plant Waste Final Cleanup
Coal Plant Waste is an above-ground landfill that houses the toxic residue of the last generation’s…
Seven Squatters Busted in Florida Short-Term Rental Apartment as Sheriff Jokes He May Have Arrested One of His Cousins!
‘I don’t know if we’re related or not, but if so, I’ve locked up one of…
Serequinox
Definition: (noun) This serene term combines “serene,” representing a state of calm and peacefulness, with “equinox,” signifying…
WHO ARE THE ELECT?
By Van Yandell Romans 8: 30 “Moreover whom he did predestinate, them he also called: and…
Annual Polk Clerk’s Valentine’s Day group wedding Registration is now open
Registration is now open for couples wishing to join the 11th annual group wedding on Valentine’s…
PCPS VOLUNTEERS NEEDED TO REVIEW CHALLENGED BOOKS
Polk County Public Schools is seeking volunteers to serve as book reviewers for school library books…
Trial for man accused of killing former Lakeland commissioner and husband moves forward with jury selection
A man accused of stabbing a former Lakeland commissioner and her husband to death is headed to…
Michael’s prepares to open in Southgate
Michael’s Stores Inc. has plans to open a second store in Lakeland early this spring Southgate Michael’s is…
Serious Traffic Incident: Vehicle Collides with Power Pole and Tree on Wilder Rd in Polk City
In a serious traffic incident early this morning, a vehicle collided with both a power pole…
The City of Lakeland screws some city employees with wage decreases after pay study
Lakeland’s employees in supervisor positions have been left unfairly and negatively impacted by the city’s implementation of…
TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALL GAME AT TIGERTOWN
The 2024 MLB season will be here before we know it and TigerTown in Lakeland, Florida,…
A CHURCH NAMED MUTHINI
By Van Yandell Romans 12:5 “So we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members…
STREET RESURFACING PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
WHO: Contractors working for the City of Lakeland WHAT: Milling and paving project WHY: Roadway resurfacing…
Fires planned to reduce wildlife risk
The Southwest Florida Water Management District is planning to conduct prescribed fires from January through March…
‘Fist fighting’ and ‘fourth-graders twerking’: Teacher rails against parents using social media to raise kids
Kids as young as five are bullying, sexualizing themselves, disrespecting teachers, childcare worker says A childcare…
DeSantis Has Now Announced New Massive Layoffs
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who is also running for president in the 2024 election, has announced…
LAKELAND PIGFEST Jan 26, 2024 — Jan 27, 2024
The 27th Annual Lakeland Pigfest will feature more than 150 competition barbecue teams during a weekend…
LEAVING THE SCENE OF A CRASH + DRUGS + SUSPENDED LICENSE = JAIL
In the early morning hours of January 12, 2024, two vehicles collided head-on in the 7400…
City of Lakeland Heroism Award
City of Lakeland Heroism Award Nominated by Douglas E. Riley, Lakeland Fire Department Fire Chief to…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Parent Alert! Did you know there is a Florida bill seeking to prevent…
Fl bill would give mobile homeowners a clearer way to question lot rent increases
Brandi Norsworthy is in an ironic, depressing predicament. She owns a home but worries she will…
Retired police K9 Aztor passed away today at the age of 10
K9 Aztor, we will miss ya, buddy. Have fun playing with the other K9s at the…