Paris Richardson, the reigning Miss Gainesville, made history Saturday night when she was crowned Miss Florida…
Month: June 2025
THE COUNTDOWN BEGINS
We’re one week away from auditions for the wildest, sexiest, most unapologetic show in Polk County…
Kids bringing inanimate objects to life at Lakeland summer camp
On the Lakeland campus of Polk State College, there are a lot of laughs during a summer…
‘Disgusting’: ICE ‘Joke’ to Roll Out Literal Alligators Sparks Fury
The Department of Homeland Security took to social media on Saturday to try its hand at…
Bonnet Springs Park Life of the Bees exhibit
We’re excited to announce the grand opening of the Life of the Bees exhibit and the…
Florida National Guard Will Deploy 100 Troops To Secure ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Detention Center Sources Say
The Florida National Guard is deploying some 100 troops to a new migrant detention center in the Everglades,…
Lakeland Man Arrested after Attempting to Sell Stolen Polk County School Board iPad Online
Found It, Tried to Sell It: Man Busted for Selling Stolen School iPad on Facebook A…
Lakeland Police EXPOSED… JIM SIMON AND JASON MCCAIN LYING to secure this mans arrest ……. LAWSUIT
Following a lengthy workday, this man from Lakeland was stopped by law enforcement without being informed…
Sheltair, Avfuel Donate Proceeds From Sun ‘n Fun Fuel Sales
A portion of the cost of every gallon of fuel sold goes to two worthy organizations.…
We LOVE Lakeland and this is why
After our article came out, the one and only Chip Sawyer from Silvermoon Drive In reached…
Is God Dead?
Thin Places “Forrest, were you scared in Vietnam?” Jenny asked. “Yes. Well, I-I don’t know. Sometimes…
Polk County elections office ends custom of outreach at Pride event in downtown Lakeland
Registering to vote has probably never been the primary reason anyone attended Pride in the Park,…
A Polk County Cop Picked Someone’s Pocket During a Traffic Stop
It’s always frustrating when a bad apple cop commits a crime WHILE on duty . .…
CITY OF LAKELAND WILL HOST 2025 CENTRAL FLORIDA BUSINESS EXPO ON SEPTEMBER 24
The City of Lakeland is proud to announce the return of the Central Florida Business Expo, taking…
NORTHEAST DISTRICT CITY COMMISSIONER ANNOUNCES EARLY RESIGNATION
FIVE COMMISSION SEATS WILL BE DECIDED ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2025 Northeast District City Commissioner Bill…
Massive BBQ and seafood festival comes to Lakeland Square Mall this Saturday
Get ready to eat, shop, and enjoy some of the best music and eats in Tampa…
Polk Co. combines culture and impact in Hispanic-inspired sandwich fundraiser
The Puerto Rican Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is merging culture and impact with a Hispanic-inspired sandwich…
Final days before USPS service changes starting July 1 – comes with longer delivery times & price hikes on some packages
AMERICANS will soon begin paying higher prices to send mail as major United States Postal Service…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that Central Florida has experienced a notable increase in car…
Chicken Zucchini Bake
Ingredients: – 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded – 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into rounds – 1…
3 hurt in crash involving Amtrak train, SUV in Lakeland
Three people were hurt in a crash involving an Amtrak train and an SUV in Lakeland…
EMERGENCY WATER MAIN REPAIR – NORTHBOUND LANES OF SOUTH FLORIDA AVENUE
WHO: City of Lakeland Water UtilitiesWHAT: Emergency repairs to a major water main breakWHEN: Began the morning of Friday,…
Philly Cheesesteak Baked Potatoes
Ingredients: 4 large russet potatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 pound thinly sliced beef (ribeye, flank…
6 Lakeland vendors fell short in May; See why
Orange Bowl Lanes and Lucky’s Tiki Bar, 4318 U.S. 98 N., Lakeland, was temporarily closed on…
Florida Minimum Wage to Increase to $14—Survivable or Insufficient?
On September 30, 2025, Florida’s minimum wage will increase from $13 to $14 per hour for non-tipped workers,…
Presidential Doomsday Plane’s Arrival in D.C. Raises Concerns
The arrival of the Air Force’s “Doomsday Plane” at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland has elevated…
FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION
On Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at approximately 7:04 p.m., officers responded to a traffic crash near…
Demand New Leadership, Transparency, TNR & Lower Kill-Rate in Polk County Animal Control
The situation currently prevailing at the Polk County Animal Shelter in Lakeland, Florida, a tax-funded institution meant…
Fugitive ex-deputy vanishes before trial in deadly sports car crash
An arrest warrant has been issued for an ex-deputy in Polk County, Florida, who failed to appear…
Speeding unlicensed Mexican driver arrested after buzzing by cop car
A speeding unlicensed driver from Mexico was arrested after buzzing by a police officer’s patrol car…
Trump approved attack plans for Iran — but hasn’t made a final decision to strike
Trump says no final decision on attacking Iran as conflict escalates. President Trump approved attack plans…
Ready-to-eat meals sold at Kroger, Walmart were recalled after 3 deaths, 17 sickened
Some ready-to-eat meals sold at Walmart and Kroger are being recalled after multiple deaths and more…
Polk Theatre Schedule
Schedule: Thursday, June 19 @ 6:30 PM – JOE VS THE VOLCANO** Friday, June 20 @…
Updated Public Comment Procedures for Polk County BoCC Meetings
Polk County residents who wish to address the Board of County Commissioners during board meetings will…