SEU Comes Up Short in Sun Conference Semifinal Classic

 The second-seeded Southeastern Volleyball team pushed third-seeded New College of Florida in a grueling Sun Conference…

Letter – PUBLIC POST: WE NEED OVERSIGHT — AND WE NEED THE RIGHT PERSON TO LEAD IT

By Connie Pavelich Regarding my post about Humane Societies, SPCAs, and animal shelters desperately needing real…

Toxic Air Concerns at Polk County Animal Control Florida: A Hidden Danger to Staff, Dogs, and Especially Cats”

There are growing concerns about the air quality around the Polk County Animal Control facility due…

Honoring a transit ambassador for the city

Squeeze shuttle operator Marcellus Patterson was honored with a Citrus Connection GEM (Going the Extra Mile)…

Polk County Utilities Employee Accused of Stealing $63,000 in County Equipment — Then Shipping It to Colombia

What started as a routine internal review within Polk County Utilities quickly turned into a year-long…

SunTrax in Polk County will be the nation’s first testing hub for ‘Air Taxis’

Flying taxis will soon be offering Tampa Bay drivers relief from traffic congestion. It is a…

The Road to Pensacola Comes Through Lakeland

The NAIA has announced that Southeastern University has been selected as an official host site for…

Lake Miriam Publix Grand Opening reveals a stunning surprise…

Lake Miriam Publix Grand Opening reveals a stunning surprise… The Cornucopia Mural from the old Grove…

Florida Avenue in downtown Lakeland will close this weekend for railroad track maintenance

A temporary closure of North Florida Avenue (State Road 37) at the railroad tracks between Main…

Polk County commissioners will vote next week on school board millage referendum

After a short-lived dispute that involved some name-calling, Polk County commissioners will vote next week on…

Victory Field Set for Homecoming and Senior Day Showcase

 No. 15 Southeastern returns to Victory Field on Saturday, November 15, hosting Ave Maria at 4…

SeaWorld Orlando no longer allowing seated walkers in its theme park: ‘Disappointing’

SeaWorld Orlando has made a change to the type of walkers allowed inside its theme parks.…

Cursive lessons will be mandatory for Florida kids if this bill passes

Elementary school kids might be required once again to learn how to read and write in…

Sumter County CMV Bridge Strike

A tractor-trailer traveling southbound on US-301 with an oversize load collided with the Florida Turnpike overpass…

South Eastside Drive Closure Extended to Nov. 29

The South Eastside Drive closure, originally expected to reopen today, will continue for an additional 14…

Have you seen what’s new in Downtown Lakeland?

Just completed today!!! Come on down and give it a toss!

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Church of Jesus Christ sends 250 trucks to food banks in each state for America250 Celebration

As the nation prepares to mark its 250th anniversary, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day…

How Safe is Your Hospital? Lakeland Regional Medical Center

A new hospital safety report released Thursday shows 73 hospitals in Florida earned “A” grades based…

Publix recognizes 12 leaders with the company’s highest honors

Publix is proud to recognize 12 outstanding associates with the George W. Jenkins and President’s awards.…

Work continues on the new Beef ‘O Brady’s…

Former Ker’s Wing House. 4515 S. Florida Ave. Lakeland, FL A Lakeland Retro photo 11/9/25.

20 years strong!

Congratulations to Lieutenant Josh Rummler on two decades of dedicated service with the Lakeland Fire Department.

The no-bake chocolate peppermint bars that outshine Christmas cookies

If there’s one universal truth about December, it’s that it’s the season for sweets. From cookies…

Florida Department of Financial Services, awarded the Lakeland Fire Department $35,625 in state funding to help purchase an SCBA washer

LFD was honored to host Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia and his staff at the Lakeland Fire…

Local indie band Sneezeweed sat down with I Am Lakeland

Local indie band Sneezeweed sat down with I Am Lakeland for their first-ever interview to talk…

Serious Multi-Injury Crash Near Meadows Rd Prompts Trauma Alerts, Helicopter Response

 A major crash involving multiple injuries unfolded near Meadows Rd in northern Lakeland, prompting trauma alerts…

Polk County Fire Rescue Responds to Large Silo Fires

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) crews battled two large silo fires at a local business near…