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About Tax Filing Status and Medicare
I’m trying to figure out if I should change my IRS filing status to “Married –…
HOLLY JOLLY JINGLE BELL JOG 2025 – LAKELAND’S HOLIDAY 5K RACE
The City of Lakeland is excited to celebrate the 11th Anniversary of the Holly Jolly Jingle…
Police Explorer Vehicle Campaign Launch
The Lakeland Police Foundation, Inc. is excited to announce its Police Explorer Vehicle Campaign — an…
Ellianos Coffee is scheduled to open in 2026…
Ellianos Coffee 2890 Lakeland Highlands Rd. Lakeland, FL It is located in front of the soon…
Talbot House Ministries proposes new location, but some community members remain opposed
Talbot House Ministries, which serves people who are homeless in Polk County, has submitted new plans…
‘Christmas fan favorite’—Just 3 ingredients
INGREDIENTS AMOUNT Frozen diced hash brown potatoes, thawed 1 bag (32 ounce) Sour cream 1 container…
New SNAP requirements now in effect, USDA planning major overhaul of program
Around 42 million low-income Americans rely on the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, known as SNAP or…
Florida man wanted for plowing into Polk deputy vehicles killed in crash: ‘Ultimately cost him his life’
A deadly motorcycle crash involving a man accused of slamming into several Polk County Sheriff’s Office vehicles and…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that a 22-year-old gym teacher has been arrested and charged…
LOVE GIVES, LUST TAKES
By Van Yandell Romans 5: 8 “God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we…
TSA to charge $45 fee for travelers without REAL ID starting Feb. 1
The Transportation Security Administration announced Monday that it will begin charging a $45 fee to travelers…
POLK COUNTY FLORIDA — THE ANIMALS NEED YOUR HELP
By Maria Consuelo Barrero What’s happening in Animal Control can’t be ignored anymore. Read the post…
PUBLIC NOTICE: GEORGE JENKINS BOULEVARD – LANE CLOSURES FOR REQUIRED RESTORATION WORK
Who: City of Lakeland Water UtilitiesWhat: Required milling, resurfacing, and future striping following an emergency sewer repairWhen: Beginning Tuesday,…
It’s true: Bluey coming to Disney World
Bluey, the animated Australian sensation, is finding a home at Walt Disney World. The character will be…
Waugh Steps Down as SEU Head Football Coach
Southeastern University Director of Athletics, Drew Watson, announced today that, due to ongoing medical concerns, head…
2025 WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S COMING TO POLK COUNTY THIS SATURDAY
WHAT: Polk County residents will join together for Walk to End Alzheimer’s—the world’s largest event to raise…
The Christmas Spirit
Dr. Glenn Mollette We can’t think about December without thinking about Christmas. December is saturated with…
Movie Review – Zootopia 2
By Bob Garver 2016 was a great year for animation. Disney gave the world a…
4 states lose 600+ Harley-Davidson dealers after $377M hit
Harley-Davidson’s decision to close more than 600 U.S. dealerships has landed hardest in four states, where…
“Fuel Our Power” Documentary Premiere at Catapult
— iBoss Entertainment is proud to announce the world premiere of The Fuel Our Power Docuseries:…
Providing Low-Income, Uninsured Residents of Polk County with Access to FREE Specialty Healthcare, Diagnostics, and Labs
Providing Low-Income, Uninsured Residents of Polk County with Access to FREE Specialty Healthcare, Diagnostics, and Labs. Our patients…
SEU Rally Comes Up Just Short
SEU saw its undefeated start come to an end Sunday afternoon, as the Fire dropped a…
It is absolutely heartbreaking to see what is happening inside Polk County Animal Control
By Maria Consuelo Barrero Cat Photos by Natalie Scott It is absolutely heartbreaking to see what…
SNAP benefits are flowing again but many enrollees will soon hit another hurdle
Food stamp recipients are now receiving their November benefits, but a growing swath of enrollees may soon…
Polk County is Building an “Air Taxi” Hub!
Polk County is about to become a major testing ground for the future of transportation—flying electric…
Update – 2 women killed in four-car crash in Lakeland on Saturday
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said a multi-car crash claimed the lives of two women in…
Major Traffic Crash – Kathleen Rd Lakeland
Multiple emergency units are on the scene of a three-vehicle crash involving a white Honda sedan,…
Fire Earn Comfortable Win at The Furnace
SEU delivered a complete offensive performance on Saturday afternoon, overpowering Embry-Riddle (Ariz.) 104-77 inside The Furnace…
Historic Season Concludes in West Palm Beach
In a season defined by resilience, explosive playmakers, and one of the NAIA’s most complete defensive…
Stop the Killing at Polk County Animal Services
By USA PAW Healthy and treatable pets should never be dying in our shelters. Ending a…
Letter – Grateful for the Effort — But Florida’s Puppy Mill Proposal Must Be Revised to Protect ALL Animals, Including CATS
By Maria Consuelo Barrero We are truly grateful to the members of the Florida Legislature for…
Kindness in the Community – THE COSMO PROJECT
By Chloe Beauchamp Mike Carrano Thank you, The Cosmo Project & Mr.CarranoThanks to this wonderful food…
Is God Dead? The Early “Credo”
Over the last few weeks, we have presented the Gospel accounts of the resurrection of Jesus…
Best Buy warehouse in Polk sold for nearly $50M
Best Buy distribution center and warehouse in Polk County has been sold for $49.5 million. The…