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Year: 2024
SPCA Florida has 47,000 lbs of free pet food to be distributed Sunday, November 10, from 9am – Noon on our campus at 5850 Brannen Rd, S. Lakeland, FL 33813
Every Polk County Family will receive up to: 4 lg Bags of dog food, 1 lg…
Lakeland driver killed after crashing into semi-truck
A Lakeland driver was killed on Friday after the victim slammed into the rear of a…
WE CAN SEE OUR CREATOR IN ACTION
By Van Yandell Colossians 1: 16 “For by him were all things created, that are in…
Polk County deputies ‘arrest’ baby gator
A baby gator was “arrested” by deputies after finding its way into a Lakeland neighborhood. On…
Florida Strawberry Festival unveils 2025 concert lineup
Florida Strawberry Festival organizers released the 2025 concert lineup on Friday, featuring several big names set to…
Child dies in fiery crash near Lake Parker
A young child died Thursday afternoon in a fiery single-car accident near Lake Parker in Lakeland.…
Big Apple Fritters
There’s nothing quite like the satisfaction of biting into a warm, freshly made apple fritter. With…
Lakeland Father will spend 2 decades in prison after 18-month-old daughter dies in hot car
Joel Rondon and his wife, Jazmine, were charged with aggravated manslaughter of a child after the…
Publix confirms all 1,300 stores will close for entire day and Walmart isn’t an alternative
Plus, a list of stores that shoppers can expect to remain open GROCERY goers will have…
Inklings Book Awards
Like the Oscars, but better… because it’s books. At Inklings, we’re passionate about getting great books…
Sheriff Grady Judd thanks Polk County for overwhelmingly electing him to sixth term, but still will not fix animal services
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd thanked the community for overwhelmingly electing him to his sixth term…
Veterans Day Parade and Celebration in Munn Park
Veteran-related non-profit organizations, as well as veteran-related vendors, are invited to register for our first “Veterans…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
SHRED FEST 2024 COMMUNITY SHREDDING EVENT
WHO: City of Lakeland Division of Solid Waste WHAT: Shred Fest 2024 – Community shredding event WHERE: 605 Evelyn…
Trump allies, private sector quietly prepare for mass detention of immigrants
Donald Trump’s allies and some in the private sector have been quietly preparing to detain and deport…
18-Year-Old Arrested After Attempted THC Theft in Mulberry
In a turn of events that he probably didn’t expect, 18-year-old Zachary Coolidge was arrested on November 2nd…
Royal Crest Drive Sinkhole
A sinkhole appeared in the front yard of a Royal Crest Drive home in Highland City…
Lakeland Auto Group sells a pair of Tampa car dealerships
The Qvale Auto Group in Lakeland recently sold two of its dealerships in the Tampa region,…
Law enforcement presence at Alfie Oakes’ North Naples home and Immokalee packing house
Several federal and state law enforcement agencies were at Alfie Oakes’ home and packing house for…
Flooded Lake Bonny residents seek more relief as city continues pumping water
People that live near Lake Bonny are still looking for relief from flooding, four weeks following…
Suspect Wanted for Attempted Homicide, Home Invasion/Robbery Arrested by Florida Highway Patrol Troopers and K9 Colt
Yesterday, while patrolling the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Memphis Avenue in Pensacola, the Florida Highway…
Undercover Asian Massage Parlor Prostitution Sting – 21 Arrested
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has concluded a two-day undercover operation targeting illegal activity at Asian…
Avelo Airlines Announces a New Route to Nashville and Celebrates Three New Routes at its Newest Base in Lakeland Celebratory, one-way fares from LAL start at $49
Avelo Airlines today announced a new route to Nashville, Tennessee, and celebrated the start of three…
The Housemaid
Title: The Housemaid Author: Freida McFadden ISBN: 9781538742570 Release Date: 4/26/2022 Rating: 4 Stars Jessica’s Review:…
Owens Corning 200 | ARCA Menards Series
Final 14 laps Owens Corning 200 ARCA race Toledo Speedway 10/5/2024 Becca Monopoli finished 11th Pos.…
Lake Bonny Public Meeting – November 6, 2024
Other articles Lake Bonny resident calls for investigation into flooding ADDITIONAL LAKE BONNY PUMP OUTFLOW INCREASED…
44th Annual Swan Roundup at Lake Morton Checkup day
Today wrapped up the final day of the 44th Annual Swan Roundup at Lake Morton, and…
Hurricane Rafael Track Update:
Hurricane Rafael Track Update: As of 7 pm, the new NHC track continues to show Rafael…
Pok County Sheriff Is a Star on TikTok. Why Won’t He Acknowledge His Office’s Mistake?
Victim Taylor Cadle is asking Sheriff Grady Judd to admit his office denied her credible sexual…
Amendment 3 and 4 supporters aren’t giving up after both failed
Access to marijuana and abortion in Florida will not be expanding. A majority of voters said yes to both…
Lake Hancock Boat Ramp Reopens Nov. 7
Polk County will reopen the Lake Hancock boat ramp at 8 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7.…
Festive Flix on December 13 from 7-9 pm at the Lake Mirror Amphitheater
Join us for Festive Flix on December 13 from 7-9 pm at the Lake Mirror Amphitheater…
Harris’ Concession Speech, Says ‘Sometimes the Fight Takes a While’
Vice President Kamala Harris, conceding defeat to President-elect Donald J. Trump on Wednesday, sought to allay…
Melony Bell wins Polk County Supervisor of Elections
Melony Bell has ousted one of Polk County’s longest-serving elected officials. Bell, who left the Florida…
DOJ Says Policy Is to Not Prosecute Presidents, DOJ moving to wind down Trump criminal cases before he takes office
Justice Department officials have been evaluating how to wind down the two federal criminal cases against President-elect Donald Trump before…
Homicide Investigation Arrest
On November 5, 2024, at 6:32 a.m. the Lakeland Police Department responded to a residence on…
Donald Trump wins the election
He won. Former President Donald Trump considered a political outcast after losing the presidency in 2020…
CITY OF LAKELAND WATER DEPARTMENT PIPE INVENTORY PROGRAM CLARIFICATION
The City of Lakeland is required to identify and inventory water line materials within the water…
Sheriff race
Grady Judd easily won a sixth four-year term as Polk County sheriff on Tuesday. Judd took…
Get live election updates from Polk County
Live election results: Polk County live results Live statewide results: Keep tabs on the latest totals…