That is a classic Texas move—turning construction equipment into a mascot. “Tex” the barrel cowboy, is…
Month: April 2026
U.S. Senators officially introduced the Hot Rotisserie Chicken Act
A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators officially introduced the Hot Rotisserie Chicken Act yesterday, April 22,…
Florida Polytechnic University has officially named Stephanie Bylander as the inaugural head coach for its men’s and women’s cross-country teams
Florida Polytechnic University has officially named Stephanie Bylander as the inaugural head coach for its men’s…
Festival del Sanguich is set to take place tomorrow, Friday, April 24, 2026, at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium
The Festival del Sanguich is set to take place tomorrow, Friday, April 24, 2026, at Publix…
This Lakeland Playground Is a Colorful, All-Abilities Space Where Every Kid Can Play Together
The Joe L. and Karen L. Ruthven Playground at Veterans Park. It really is a standout…
The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Cultural Celebration is May 9, 2026, at Bonnet Springs Park
The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Cultural Celebration is indeed scheduled for Saturday, May 9,…
SWAN CITY ROLLER DERBY HOME GAME 5/2 @5:30 PM
SWAN CITY ROLLER DERBY HOME GAME 5/2 @5:30 PM Tickets $10 Presale or $15 Day of…
Mitutoyo Brings Precision to the Sunshine State With the Launch of Its New Lakeland Florida Facility
Mitutoyo America Corporation, a world leader in metrology, is expanding its presence in the Southeast with…
A Florida woman made waves after she claimed she only drank while stopped at red lights and stop signs
A Florida woman made waves after she claimed she only drank while stopped at red lights…
Florida Southern College gathered in Annie Pfeiffer Chapel to honor Major Cody A. Khork
Yesterday, we gathered in Annie Pfeiffer Chapel to honor Major Cody A. Khork ’14, a proud…
Upper Peace River likely to go dry as Swiftmud halts water releases
The situation for the Upper Peace River (UPR) has become critical. As of today, April 23,…
The “blind mosquitoes” currently swarming Lakeland are actually aquatic midges (Chironomids)
The “blind mosquitoes” currently swarming Lakeland are actually aquatic midges (Chironomids). While they look like mosquitoes,…
Officials aim to reduce crashes on Kathleen Road, ranked top hotspot in Lakeland
It’s a situation local drivers have felt for a while, but the numbers now back it…
4 Spring Dirty Soda Recipes
“Dirty Soda” is the viral drink trend that combines your favorite sodas with cream and flavored…
Should I collect SS now or wait two years until age 70?
I am 67 and 9 months old, collecting a modest SS survivor benefit with plans to…
A SMIDGEN IS A UNIT OF MEASURE
By Van Yandell Psalm 90: 4 “For a thousand years in thy sight are but yesterday…
Always having time for one more story
It seems like yesterday that our son and daughter-in-law announced they were going to have a…
ScaleWings SW P-51s Land in Lakeland
by Edwin Canino When ScaleWings embarked on their journey, they were a set of passionate people…
The news regarding the Project Stonebridge data center in Fort Meade has sparked significant concern across Polk County, particularly in Lakeland
The news regarding the Project Stonebridge data center in Fort Meade has sparked significant concern across…
FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic
FBI Director Kash Patel filed a $250 million defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic and reporter Sarah…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know the Florida Department of Education has proposed a rule that would…
Naples Mayor Teresa Heitmann arrested for probation violation
Naples Mayor Teresa Heitmann was arrested Monday night for violating her probation. Her probation stems from…
Lakeland Adds Hundreds of Thousands of Dollars for Fuel as Diesel Costs Soar
It looks like you caught the latest update from the City Commission meeting. The $600,000 budget…
5th Annual Lakeland Book Crawl April 23rd-25th
It’s that time again, Lakeland book lovers! Your indie bookstores are hosting the fifth annual Lakeland…
LDDA considers adding more cameras to downtown
The Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA) is indeed considering expanding its security camera network, a move…
Truth, Transparency, and an Open Invitation to Our Community
By Talbot House Ministries In recent days, Talbot House Ministries has been the subject of an…
Publix recently announced that it is adding three new Pub subs to its lineup
Publix recently announced that it is adding three new Pub subs to its lineup. The Lakeland-based…
Polk Commissioner agrees to tour animal shelters as complaints pile up
Following a recent wave of public complaints and viral social media posts, Polk County Commissioner Michael…
Polk County Fire Rescue Honors Retired Deputy with First Ever Community Hero Award
Retired Polk County Sheriff’s Office Master Deputy Mark Trexler received Polk County Fire Rescue’s (PCFR) first-ever…
Soda, energy drinks, candy, and “ultra-processed” desserts will no longer be available for purchase with SNAP benefits
NEW: Soda, energy drinks, candy, and “ultra-processed” desserts will no longer be available for purchase with…
Talbot House Mold Laden, Shity Expired Food and Repairs that are not Acceptable
Mold Mold and Mold ….. Shity Expired Food and Lack of Food Repairs that are not…
Movie Review – Lee Cronin’s The Mummy
By Bob Garver Prior to what I will generously call his “new take” on “The…
FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION
On Saturday, April 18, 2026, at approximately 9:33 a.m., officers responded to a traffic crash in…
Active Investigation: Possible Suicide at Lake Hollingsworth
A portion of the pedestrian walkway on Lake Hollingsworth near Crystal Lake Drive is closed. LPD…
Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 628 on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, officially designating the entirety of State Road 80 as the “President Donald J. Trump Highway.”
Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 628 on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, officially designating the entirety…
Is God Dead? That’s Sufficient
Continuing the discussion from last week on inspiration, biblical scholar Matthew Barrett warns, “If we reject…
We broke ground on the Aerospace Pavilion enclosure
Today, we broke ground on the Aerospace Pavilion enclosure! This project will enclose and expand the…
It is a grim outlook for the yellow-tailed carrier
It is a grim outlook for the yellow-tailed carrier. The Bloomberg report confirms that Spirit Airlines…