Bonnet Springs Park is excited to announce Central Florida Food Fest, taking place on October 18,…
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Mulberry Walmart Earring Escapade: Tampa Woman Apprehended With A Flair For Fashion
What began as a shoplifting attempt at the Mulberry Walmart turned into a dramatic chase on…
Last week Abuelo’s Mexican Restaurant chain filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy adding to a growing list of bankrupt restaurant chains this year.
They currently are down to 16 locations. The Lakeside Village location opened March of 2007. At…
Fire Edged by Florida National in 2-1 Battle
Despite a spirited effort and a first-half equalizer, the SEU Men’s Soccer team came up short…
Latin American Transformation Conference held for the first time in Polk County
The first-ever major Hispanic leadership conference took place in Polk County on Saturday at Southeastern University,…
Fire Sweep Florida Memorial in Sun Conference Opener
SEU Volleyball opened Sun Conference play on Saturday afternoon, sweeping Florida Memorial 3-0 (25-5, 25-14, 25-13)…
Brooks Leads Fire to Strong Season Start at Holloway Park
SEU Men’s Cross Country opened its 2025 men’s cross country season on Saturday morning by hosting…
SEU Opens Season Strong at Swan City Classic
SEU Women’s Cross Country opened its 2025 season Saturday morning with a fifth-place finish at the…
Appeals Court Sides With Lakeland Regional Medical Center In Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
Florida’s Sixth District Court of Appeal Upholds Lower Court’s Ruling, Siding With Lakeland Regional Medical Center…
FLORIDA SOUTHERN ALUMNA AWARDED FULBRIGHT TO TEACH IN SLOVAK REPUBLIC
Florida Southern College alumna Emily Kujan has been awarded a prestigious Fulbright English Teaching Assistantship and will spend the…
RP Funding Center Open House Photos
by Tom Hagerty Photography RP Funding Center Open House. Lakeland, Fla., Sept.6, 2025. (© Tom Hagerty)
Lakeland approves plans to demolish affordable housing complex, residents share concerns
The Lakeland Housing Authority is one step closer to bringing new affordable housing for seniors to…
Nighttime road closures planned for Polk Parkway and Interstate 4
Closures are planned for the Polk Parkway and Interstate 4 in the coming week, the Florida…
Polk County elementary teacher accused of hitting student
A Polk County elementary school teacher was arrested for hitting a student, according to officials with the school…
Former Lakeland pet clinic manager accused of nearly $100K fraud
A former manager of a Polk County animal clinic is accused of stealing thousands of dollars…
Diaz Delivers as Fire Knock Off No. 17 Grizzlies
SEU Women’s Soccer secured a signature road win Friday morning, shutting out No. 17 Georgia Gwinnett…
You’re Invited to the RP Funding Center Open House on September 6!
RP Funding Center Open House! Date: Saturday, September 6, 2025Time: 1:00 PM – 5:00 PMLocation: RP Funding Center, Lakeland,…
Twelve Lakeland-Based Gang Members Charged With Paycheck Protection Program Fraud
United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe announces the unsealing of 9 indictments charging 12 individuals with wire…
Volleyball Set to Host Florida Memorial in Sun Opener
SEU Volleyball returns to The Furnace this Saturday, September 6, at 2 p.m. to host Florida…
Lakeland 9-7 Grand Reopening
Who: Maple Family Centers What: Grand Reopening & 65th Anniversary Celebration Where: …
Letter to the Editor: Response to Polk County Commissioner Bill Braswell’s opinion piece
By G. Robert Weedon, DVM, MPH I am compelled to respond to Polk County Commissioner Bill…
Monster Pumpkin Pie Pudding
Ingredients For the Pumpkin Pudding: 1 (15 oz) can pumpkin purée 1 cup milk 1 cup…
Polk County Commissioner Rick Wilson needs to wake up and take his head out of his ass
Editorial Animal Defenders of Polk County, FL At the September 2nd Commission meeting, after animal advocates…
LaShanda Salters Appointed New Polk County Court Services Director
County Manager Bill Beasley announced the appointment of LaShanda Salters as Director of Polk County’s Court…
Fire Men Set to Open 2025 Season at Holloway Park
The SEU Men’s Cross Country team begins its 2025 season this Saturday on home turf, hosting…
Lakeland Cardboard Boat Challenge & Lakes Festival
Get ready to set sail (or sink!) at the 20th Annual Cardboard Boat Challenge & Lakes Festival,…
Husband-and-Wife Entrepreneurs Opening First “The Little Gym” Franchise at Lakeside Village in Lakeland
Internationally recognized child development and gymnastics program, with more than 400 locations worldwide, teaches kids social…
I know it’s hard to believe, but we can’t make this stuff up as the Sheriff says
In the first 6 months of 2025, Polk County Animal Control KILLED 647 dogs, 1652 cats,…
Letter to the Editor: No Response why??
By Cookie Groover I have emailed Polk County BOCC Rick Wilson the following findings…I have not…
Lakeland Electric agrees to become the first utility to pilot new liquid nitrogen generation
Lakeland Electric will become the first to test a new liquid nitrogen power generation system on…
Polk election supervisor suggests moving all city elections to November
When Melony Bell was a Fort Meade city commissioner in 2007, she and other leaders shifted the…
Is God Dead? Isaiah’s Messiah
Last week, we began to investigate the Jewish claim of a coming Messiah throughout history. In…
Letter to the Editor: Request for Legal Clarification – Shelter & Feeding Directives for Outdoor Cats
POLK COUNTY ATTORNEY HAS NOT RESPONDED Dear County Attorney Randy Mink, I am requesting formal clarification…
Lakeland native Gabby Tedesco hopes to grow wrestling after winning gold at Pan Am games
“I knew I was born ready for this,” Tedesco said. The Lakeland native just came back…
Fire Earn Hard-Fought Draw Against No. 16 TMU
SEU Women’s Soccer battled to a 0-0 draw on the road against No. 16 Truett McConnell…
New Cocktail Lounge Velvet Swan Coming to Lakeland
The Velvet Swan, a new cocktail lounge, will open on December 1st, 2025, at 125 S Kentucky…
2 Spirit Halloween stores come to the Lakeland area
Lakeland area into Spirit Halloween stores, including:
Sambrazil Market to Open in Lakeland This October
Sambrazil Market, a new Brazilian grocery and specialty shop, is preparing to open in early October…
‘Bad guys go to jail’: 11 illegal gambling houses raided in Polk County joint operation
The Auburndale Police Department and Polk County Sheriff’s Office raided a group of illegal gambling houses…
Hostess’ Ding Dongs recalled due to potential presence of mold
Put the Ding Dongs down. The popular chocolate snack cakes made by Hostess have been recalled by its…