This is an incredibly alarming situation for the neighborhood. Polk County Animal Control and the Sheriff’s…
Month: June 2026
Lakeland CRA and Haus Management Successfully Close Sale of Historic Event Venue Property
The Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is pleased to announce the successful closing of the property…
Will Florida face a tropical threat this week?
No, Florida is not facing a direct tropical threat this week. While the National Hurricane Center…
Polk County Completes Imperial Lakes Boulevard Drainage Improvements Project
Polk County has completed the Imperial Lakes Boulevard Drainage Improvements Project, a major infrastructure effort designed…
Florida Poly lawyer’s work history is mostly in conservative politics
Katie Glenn Daniel’s legal career and professional history are deeply rooted in conservative politics and advocacy,…
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse Appoints Adam Lunn as Interim Director of Lakeland Linder International Airport
Lakeland City Manager Shawn Sherrouse is pleased to announce the appointment of Adam Lunn, C.M., ACE, as…
Duckpin Bowling at RecRoom
Downtown Lakeland’s entertainment scene just got a major upgrade. RecRoom has officially opened four duckpin bowling…
LDDA Announces Tasty Tuesday ‘Summer Vacation’
The Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA) has announced that Tasty Tuesday is officially taking a “summer…
Drew Sapp, a Lakeland star, commits to Deion Sanders, Colorado
The recruitment of Lakeland High School’s standout 3-star edge rusher, Drew Sapp, to Deion Sanders and…
FDOT plans a 60-day closure of SR 33 at University Blvd
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is initiating a 60-day closure affecting the intersection of SR 33…
Lakeland City Commission to Decide on Moving Forward with A 12 Month Large-Scale Data Center Moratorium Ordinance During Monday, June 15 Commission Meeting
On Friday, June 12, 2026, City of Lakeland Commissioners Madden, LaLonde, Troutman, and Coney signal approval…
Yes, it’s happened, the 200-year-old “Grandfather Oak” at Bonnet Springs Splits Down the Middle
On Saturday, June 13, around 9:30 a.m., the live oak known as the “Grandfather Oak” at Bonnet…
NOAA: El Nino in place, which will deter hurricanes. So, why should we worry?
It is definitely tempting to breathe a sigh of relief when NOAA announces that a strong…
School of Education Earns National Recognition for Preparing Future Elementary Teachers In The Science of Reading
Florida Southern College has earned national recognition from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), receiving…
Polk County reports first measles case of year as U.S. tops 2,000 mark
The Florida Department of Health’s latest update confirmed Polk County’s first measles case of the year.…
Lisa Miller Reelected to Polk School Board
Incumbent Lisa Miller has officially secured her third term representing District 7 on the Polk County…
Lakeland weighs a one-year ban on large power users such as data centers
This is a massive development, and honestly, a necessary one given how fast things have been…
Employee-owned Harrell’s adds 11 to sales team
In a broad and sweeping move, Harrell’s recently named a total of 11 new U.S. territory managers to…
Saddle Creek Campground Closed July and August For Renovation
The campground at Saddle Creek Park, located at 3716 Morgan Combee Road, Lakeland, will be closed from…
Pedestrians and Drivers beware: Polk County among nation’s most dangerous places
It is an incredibly frustrating and sobering reality. For years, national traffic safety studies like Smart…
Florida Southern starts roof repairs on famed Annie Pfeiffer Chapel
The roof restoration of Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic Annie Pfeiffer Chapel is a major win for…
Want to participate in the upcoming documentary on Silver Moon
Want to participate in the upcoming documentary about our 80th anniversary in 2028? Visit the site…
For fresh-baked favorites everyone loves, Bread 4 Ways delivers soft, cozy goodness
Ingredients Beer Bread 3 cups all-purpose flour, sifted 3 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt ¼…
Lakeland Commissioners To Consider 12-Month Pause on Data Centers
7 pm Update: The discussion is intended to provide an opportunity for commissioners to review and consider whether additional evaluation…
New lawsuit challenges Florida’s proposed property tax amendment
The legal challenge against the proposed property tax constitutional amendment focuses squarely on how the question…
SCREWWORM: Florida is now blocking the importation of rescue and shelter dogs and cats from states with confirmed New World Screwworm detections
The situation escalated rapidly, and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) officially tightened…
Lakeland Horror Film Festival
The Lakeland Horror Film Festival will hold its 2nd Annual festival on October 17, 2026, at…
Einstein Bros. Bagels Opens on South Florida Avenue
It is official! Einstein Bros. Bagels has officially opened its doors in South Lakeland, bringing a…
Body found in submerged car near Publix warehouse
UPDATE: On Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 2:11 a.m., Lakeland Police received a call about a…
McCOY MOORE MAKES EMOTIONAL GRAND OLE OPRY DEBUT
NEW ALBUM SUNSHINE STATE OUT NOW SET FOR PACKED CMA FEST WEEK WITH MULTIPLE APPEARANCES Rising…
McCOY MOORE SHINES ON DEBUT ALBUM
SUNSHINE STATE “McCoy Moore has quickly emerged as one of Nashville’s most promising new voices,” –…
Nearly 350,000 passengers have flown Avelo flights out of Lakeland
That is a massive milestone for Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL)! It really highlights just how…
Grace City Church Set to Open New Worship Campus
Grace City Church is counting down the days to a massive milestone. After five years of…
Women’s Day Returns to the RP Funding Center (June 28) – Free Admission!
Women’s Day will be held on Sunday, June 28th at the RP Funding Center! Hosted from 11:00-4:00 pm…
Elon Musk’s first-gen orbital data center craft spans wider than a Boeing 747 and runs an interchangeable chip payload
The first-gen orbital data center craft spans wider than a Boeing 747 and runs an interchangeable…
Polk private school athletes face $400 fee to play for public schools
Polk County Public Schools announced this policy to align with a recently passed Florida law (SB…
The Lakeland Public Library system is leaning heavily into prehistoric fun for its 2026 summer programming, creating a “Jurassic Polk” experience
The Lakeland Public Library system is leaning heavily into prehistoric fun for its 2026 summer programming,…
The shifting landscape of municipal proclamations across Polk County has become a major point of discussion, reflecting a broader statewide pushback on diversity initiatives
Over the last few years, the traditional practice of local governments issuing symbolic recognitions for LGBTQ+…
Retired Lakeland cops say pensions aren’t keeping up with inflation
That is a very real, frustrating struggle, and it is a massive talking point for retired…