A former police officer who was fired for drinking on the job was accused of driving…
Month: June 2025
Black Lives Matter Restoration Inc. Stands in Solidarity with ALL IMMIGRANTS
Black Lives Matter Restoration Inc. Stands in Solidarity with ALL IMMIGRANTS and we will NOT stand…
Musk’s tantrum, what is he capable of doing?
Dr. Glenn Mollette Elon Musk ‘s wealth mainly comes from his ownership stakes in two companies:…
DADDY TAUGHT ME TO FIT IN
By Van Yandell Proverbs 1: 8-9 “My son, hear the instruction of thy father, and forsake…
Did you Know
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that a Florida Billionaire and businessman Reid Nagle and his…
Odisho Bids for City Commission Again
Dennis Odisho has declared his candidacy for the Lakeland City Commission in the required paperwork submitted to the…
Fatal Motorcycle Crash at SR 33 & Pine Island Rd Claims Life of Lakeland Man
A 28-year-old motorcyclist from Lakeland was tragically killed Monday afternoon in a collision involving a pickup…
Florida A&M athletic director Angela Suggs arrested on fraud and theft charges
Florida A&M athletic director Angela Suggs was arrested on fraud and theft charges on Monday, according…
New Florida law poised to reduce red tape for home care agencies
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) on Friday signed a law that aims to modernize Florida’s home…
Understanding Polk County Government’s Mosquito Control Services
By Joshua Baker Some of the features that make Polk County an incredible place to live— beautiful…
As Florida travel ban begins
A travel ban to the United States is now in place, and foreign nationals from twelve…
CITY OF LAKELAND WILL HONOR CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER WITH PARK DEDICATION CEREMONY
The City of Lakeland will host a special dedication ceremony to rename a local park in…
‘No Kings’ protests set for Saturday in Lakeland
From multiple protests to large parades to the president’s birthday, this weekend’s itinerary is packed. “No…
FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION
On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at approximately 5:56 a.m., officers responded to a traffic crash near…
Polk County Fire Rescue EMS Recognized for Severe Heart Attack and Stroke Pre-Hospital Care
ThePolk County Fire Rescue team received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold Award for…
Letter to Editor – Governmental Failure in Addressing Toxic Contamination and Protecting Communities from TCE and PCE Exposure
By Hilda Oltean with Environmental Litigation Group P.C., a law firm helping victims of toxic exposure.…
Arizona CEO Convicted By Florida Jury In Billion-Dollar Medicare Fraud Scheme
A federal jury in Florida convicted Gary Cox, 79, the CEO of Power Mobility Doctor Rx,…
Beat the Heat and Enjoy Refreshing Family Fun at Keel Farms Annual Watermelon Weekend
Keel Farms welcomes one and all to kick off summer at its annual Watermelon Weekend June 21 and 22,…
DOGE cuts at NOAA will hurt hurricane modeling, forecasting and hunting
Experts who help predict hurricanes were among hundreds fired at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.…
Lakeland Antique Mall ReGrand Opening
The Lakeland Antique Mall would like to thank all of the special guests who made our…
Lakeland church holds FamFest in Munn Park
The first FamFest is over, and according to its organizers ― “Amen!” Believers’ Fellowship Church, led by Homophobic…
Lakeland Mayor’s Race Draws Another Candidate
Cedrick Valrie has declared his mayoral candidacy with the city. His only opponent in the Nov.…
RIP K9 Valor we will miss ya buddy
K9 Valor, we will miss ya, buddy. Have fun playing with the other K9s at the…
Undercover video in Arizona alleges ongoing consumer fraud by Fairlife
A household name in the dairy industry popular for its chocolate milk and “Core Power” protein…
Lakeland Treats and Trinkets Opening with Ice Cream, Waffelwitches, and More
A brand-new ice cream shop concept is about to come to life in Lakeland, located at…
PCSO arrests horse owner for felony animal cruelty; several other adults on the property arrested for environmental crimes and resisting arrest
On Sunday, June 1, 2025, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Animal Cruelty Investigations Unit arrested a…
PCSO arrests two men for animal neglect
On Friday, May 30, 2025, deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested two men on…
Bond set at $1M for Osceola County Sheriff Lopez as he faces federal charges
Lake County Judge Emily Curington set the bond at $1 million for Osceola County Sheriff Marcos…
Nearly 80,000-square-foot Lakeland medical building breaks ground
Construction has started on a new medical office facility in Lakeland. The 77,200-square-foot Watson Clinic Medical…
Florida and Georgia truck drivers to be put ‘out-of-service’ if not proficient in English, federal order says
Truck drivers in Florida and Georgia may be removed from the road during a traffic stop…
Letter to the Editor —– I refuse to remain silent
Dear Sheriff Grady Judd, Director of Communications Scott Wilder, and Director Gordon Scherer, I refuse to…
Karate Kid: Legends – Movie Review
Huh, another franchise that took over a decade off, at least with its movies. Jackie…
Lake Bonny Emergency Pumping Operations
With the 2025 Hurricane Season just weeks away, the City of Lakeland has obtained an Emergency…
Hurricane Season is Here: Prepare Now to Stay Safe
June 1 marks the official start of hurricane season, and the City of Lakeland urges all…
SEA LIFE Florida opens at Legoland
LEGOLAND Florida Resort has grown with the grand opening of SEA LIFE Florida, the resort’s newest attraction…