The 10th Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission (JNC) frequently adjusts these windows to ensure a robust,…
Month: June 2026
Waters Car Wash Marks America’s 250th Birthday with Statewide Customer Appreciation Initiative
Customers can register July 3-5 for the special offer, which is redeemable through July 31 Customer…
Dessert or salad?
These Dessert Salads 4 Ways are sweet, creamy, fruity, and perfect for potlucks, holidays, cookouts, and…
Is God Dead? Evil and Sin
This week, we begin to investigate five possible reasons God allows evil to exist, which can…
Fireworks green light comes as drought still grips 80% of Florida
That headline captures exactly why so many fire officials are holding their breath right now. Florida…
Osceola sheriff’s deputy arrested for kicking, shoving girlfriend
The breaking news details the arrest of Osceola County Sheriff’s Deputy Elias Ramirez III, 34, early…
Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital Hosts Grand Opening Preview in photos and video
It is official! The Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital is opening its doors on…
Wild Greg’s Reopens as City Limits Under New Local Ownership
This is massive news for North Lakeland’s nightlife. After two decades of various country dance halls…
Recall effort targets three Fort Meade city leaders after data center approval
The tension in Fort Meade has hit a boiling point. Following the city commission’s controversial approval…
A major 7.1 earthquake hits Venezuela
A major 7.1 earthquake hits Venezuela. People evacuated swaying buildings in Caracas and remained outside, many…
Two Lakeland restaurants were temporarily closed during May inspections
Xing Xing Kitchen, located at 3131 N Hwy 98, Lakeland, received an emergency order recommendation on…
$35 Cat Spay & Neuter Special!
Starting tomorrow through July 8 — or while funding lasts — all cats, including community and…
Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) welcomes Firefighter/Paramedic John Parris back after recovering from an accident back in December 2025
Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) welcomes Firefighter/Paramedic John Parris back after recovering from an accident back…
Emma Armstrong, Harrison Musical Theatre alumna, has been honored as Best Vocalist at the 2026 Jimmy Awards in NYC
Emma Armstrong, Harrison Musical Theatre alumna (Class of 2026), has been honored as Best Vocalist at…
Lakeland man arrested during child pornography investigation
On June 23, 2026, PCSO Cyber Crimes detectives arrested 29-year-old Wesley Hulin of Lakeland and charged…
PCSO’s Traffic Homicide investigators solve April fatal hit & run crash in Polk City
Two men were arrested by Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, as…
PCSO Vice Unit arrests two in massage parlor operation
On Monday, June 22, 2026, undercover detectives from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Vice Unit conducted…
NOTICE OF PROPOSED MORATORIUM ON DATA CENTERS AND LARGE LOAD CUSTOMERS
NOTICE OF PROPOSED MORATORIUM ON DATA CENTERS AND LARGE LOAD CUSTOMERS The City Commission of the…
Avelo Airlines Announces New Nonstop Service from Lakeland to Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) and Avelo Airlines announced today the launch of new nonstop service between…
A hyperscale data center is proposed in Haines City. But water’s a major problem
While developers look at the I-4 corridor and see a perfect tech hub, the reality below…
LGBT Crowd Cheers as Police Remove Street Preacher from Lakeland Pride Event
A chaotic scene unfolded last week during a Pride event in Lakeland. A man who attended the…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that Florida Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna-R and Maine Representative…
Auburndale woman facing numerous criminal charges after PCSO investigates her for taping a dog’s muzzle shut
A Polk County Sheriff’s Office investigation into animal cruelty began with a photo of a dog…
Brian West, the face of Publix in Tampa Bay, has died
It is incredibly heartbreaking news. Brian West was truly a pillar of the Tampa Bay and…
Mavis Tires & Brakes Opens New State-of-the-Art Location in Lakeland
Mavis Tires and Brakes, a leading automotive service and tire retailer, is excited to announce the…
FREEDOMS PERFECT SOUND
We love hearing our national anthem played. To see the American Olympic athletes win gold and…
Fresh Monkee to Open Lakeland Location
That is a big win for the South Lakeland food scene! The Fresh Monkee, a popular…
T. Mims Corp. Red, White and Kaboom Returns July 3 to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
As America celebrates its 250th Anniversary, the City of Lakeland invites residents and visitors to gather for…
Fort Meade residents sue city over hyperscale data center deal
The battle over the proposed $2.6 billion, 4.4 million-square-foot hyperscale data center in Fort Meade has…
Red, White & BOOM! Returns To LEGOLAND® Florida Resort with Biggest Fireworks Spectacular Yet
Red, White & BOOM! returns to LEGOLAND® Florida Resort for one unforgettable night on Saturday, July…
Lakeland Regional Health Achieves Highest Level of Trauma Care Designation
Lakeland Regional Health has been designated a Level I Trauma Center, the highest level of trauma care available, by the…
FREE Child Gun Safety Locks
FREE Child Gun Safety Locks Available Upon Request To receive a free gun safety lock, simply…
D1 Training South Lakeland Now Open, Hosts Grand Opening Celebration June 27
That’s a big win for the South Lakeland fitness scene! The new facility is located at…
Chevron to fuel massive Microsoft data center in Texas using natural gas
The 20-year power purchase agreement between Chevron and Microsoft marks a massive pivot in how Big…
US firm deploys floating data centers that generate electricity using ocean waves
Driven by the massive electricity demand of the artificial intelligence boom, a wave of innovation is…
Guest Commentary: Property tax reform amendment on ballot
By Holly Schwartz In an abbreviated two-day special session on June 1-2 to discuss property tax…