By Guy LaLonde Jr. Had an absolute blast this morning at Simpson Park for the 2026…
Month: February 2026
Plantae-Palooza Photos
By the City of Lakeland What a great day at the 5th Annual Plantae-Palooza at Hollis…
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, President Donald Trump declared that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is dead
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, President Donald Trump declared that Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei…
Fire Roll Past St. Thomas to Reach Sun Conference Championship
Top-seeded and No. 23-ranked Southeastern used an efficient offensive performance and a decisive third-quarter surge to…
No. 19 SEU Completes Sweep to Open Sun Conference Play
No. 19 Southeastern completed a dominant Friday doubleheader sweep of Ave Maria, earning 8-0 and 15-0…
The situation in Tehran is currently critical as a massive joint military operation by the United States and Israel
The situation in Tehran is currently critical as a massive joint military operation by the United…
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched a massive, coordinated military operation against Iran
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched a massive, coordinated military operation…
The frustration regarding animal services and the Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) program in Polk County has been a long-standing and intense point of contention between local advocates and county leadership.
The core of the issue lies in a “buck-passing” dynamic between the Board of County Commissioners…
Why should I support and vote for Matt The Welder?
Supporting Matt The Welder (born Matthew Taylor) is typically a choice made by those looking for…
It’s a fascinating narrative of “family ties vs. political lines.”
While J.D. Vance serves as Vice President under the Trump administration, his cousin—a resident of Polk…
JBT Marel opens renovated customer innovation center in Lakeland
JBT Marel Corporation (NYSE and Nasdaq Iceland:JBTM) unveiled a renovated Customer Innovation Center in Lakeland, Florida,…
Last Friday, February 20, 2026, a significant power outage in downtown Lakeland provided a dramatic, unscripted twist for the Lakeland Community Theatre’s (LCT) production of “Jesus Christ Superstar.”
Instead of taking a final bow early, the cast and crew turned a technical failure into…
Avelo Airlines using Lakeland as a hub extends 10-city route network
Avelo Airlines announced plans Wednesday to extend its flight schedule in multiple parts of Florida, including…
Trump raises the possibility of a ‘friendly takeover of Cuba’ coming out of talks with Havana
President Donald Trump said Friday that the U.S. is in talks with Havana and raised the…
NASA abruptly adds a new step to its path to the moon landing
NASA on Friday announced an abrupt change to its pathway to getting astronauts back on the…
The Punk In The Park Road Show scheduled for May 2, 2026, has been Cancelled
The Punk In The Park Road Show scheduled for May 2, 2026, at the Central Florida…
Package Flagged In New York From India Leads to Arrest of Unlicensed Lakeland ‘Vet’
A Lakeland woman is behind bars after federal agents intercepted a shipment of veterinary sedatives from…
Lakeland man among four killed in deadly Cuba speedboat shootout
In the aftermath of the deadly boat shooting off the coast of Cuba, new information is emerging…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
USPS Opens Sorting and Delivery Center in Lakeland, Florida Showcases Updated Operations and Modern Workplace Enhancements
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) today hosted a tour of its new Sorting and Delivery Center…
FEASTS OF PERSIA NOW SERVED AT ANTHONY’S HEALTH HUT & RESTAURANT
Feasts of Persia is proud to announce that its Signature Hummus is now available at Anthony’s…
Zelenka No-Hits Ave Maria as No. 19 SEU Opens Sun Play with Run-Rule Win
No. 19 Southeastern opened Sun Conference play Thursday afternoon with a historic performance in the circle,…
King Named Sun Conference Men’s Basketball Freshman of the Year
Southeastern Men’s Basketball guard LaDavian King has been named the Sun Conference Men’s Basketball Freshman of the Year,…
Field Named Player of the Year as SEU Captures Three Sun Awards
Following a dominant regular season that culminated in a Sun Conference Regular Season Championship, Southeastern Women’s…
Four Polk County Commissioners use Polk sheriff’s airplane for Tallahassee flights
A trip by four Polk County commissioners to Tallahassee on the sheriff’s aircraft for annual meetings with state legislators was called out for costing too much by a former K-9 sheriff’s…
No. 4 SEU Sweeps New College in Sun Conference Opener
No. 4 Southeastern women’s tennis opened Sun Conference competition with a 4-0 victory over New College…
The long-awaited return of the Seed Library is finally here!
Starting next Wednesday, March 4th, you can visit the service desk at the Lakeland Public Library…
Eliminate unwarranted euthanasia at Polk County Animal Control Sign the Petition
By Polk No Kill Coalition Inc The Issue …… Sadly, Polk County has the worst statistics…
EXCEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AND PRESCHOOL is being sued for negligence
MEAGAN MOSER and JONATHAN MOSER, as Parents and natural guardians of J.A.M., a minor, are suing…
Polk School Board approves contract giving 2% raises to employees
The Polk County School Board has ratified an agreement with an employee union that will provide…
No Kings Rally and March hosted by Indivisible Polk (indivisiblepolk.com) Saturday, Mar 28, 2026, 2:00 – 4:00 PM
NO KINGS is a nonviolent national day of action and mass mobilization in response to the…
Invoice Scam Warning
Recently, the Community and Economic Development Department became aware of a new scam after our customers…
Fire Lock Down Warriors, Move On to Semifinals
Third-seeded Southeastern opened Sun Conference Championship play with a commanding 96-52 victory over sixth-seeded Webber International…
Heads up! Models bring smoke from the wildfire to central Florida by Wednesday
Heads up! Models bring smoke from the wildfire in the Big Cypress National Preserve northward into…
How long does it take to sell a house in Lakeland in 2026?
Selling a house has become a difficult task in many cities across the U.S. Years of strained affordability…
HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION UPDATE
An arrest warrant has been issued for Janard Dominic Childs, 34, of Lakeland, in connection with…
Jack in the Box now open in Central Florida
Florida’s first Jack in the Box is now ready to make it when you order it.…
Polk County Celebrates the Holloway Family Trail Ribbon Cutting
Polk County officials and project partners gathered Tuesday, Feb. 24, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the…
Movie Review – I Can Only Imagine 2
By Bob Garver Christian music biopic “I Can Only Imagine” had a surprising performance at…