Streetlights in Lakeland are turning purple. Is it just a fluke — or a warning of…
Day: July 8, 2025
DeSantis vetoes healthcare education bill backed by Florida Nurses Association
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday vetoed a bill that would have increased state requirements for nursing-education…
IRS says churches can endorse political candidates without losing tax-exempt status
The IRS said in a new federal court filing that churches can endorse political candidates to their congregations without risking the loss…
Last night FL-TF4 received orders to activate a Type 3 Task Force in response to the floods in Texas
. Early this morning, the team deployed from its warehouse. The team includes 35 members with…
Lakeland commissioners approve plans for 30 midtown townhomes despite concerns about density and traffic
Lakeland commissioners have given the green light to plans to build 30 townhomes on one midtown…
Polk County schools receive ‘B’ grade for the first time since 2019
Polk County’s school superintendent calls the district’s “B” grade an “affirmation” for his employees. “It really…
TSA to end shoe removal policy at some airport security checkpoints, government source says
The Transportation Security Administration will let many travelers leave their shoes on at U.S. airport checkpoints, ending a…
Polk County, Florida Animal Control stats from January through June, 2025
The numbers speak for themselves. 2,552 animals were killed. 647 dogs, 1652 cats, and 253 others.…
City of Lakeland Selects RMA to Revitalize Midtown CRA with Comprehensive Redevelopment Plan Update
RMA (rma.us.com) a leading economic development firm, has been awarded a contract by the City of…
Tampa Seafood Restaurant to Open
A Tampa restaurant will open its second location at the site of the former Andrew’s Coffee,…
Polk County Approves New Three-Year Agreement with Firefighters Union
Polk County Board of County Commissioners approved a new three-year collective bargaining agreement with the Polk…
Lakeland Regional Health Awarded American Heart Association Stroke Gold Plus
Lakeland Regional Health is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care The American Heart…