The Velvet Swan is the place to be tomorrow evening as Sidney O’Sullivan takes the stage…
Day: July 23, 2026
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at Bonnet Springs to announce a long-sought regulatory change for the American citrus industry
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at Bonnet…
Gubernatorial candidate James Fishback’s campaign attempted to host last-minute, unapproved stops at two prominent downtown Lakeland spots
What Happened The Gathering & Pivot to Munn Park Despite the lack of authorization and rain…
Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins made a campaign stop in Lakeland, pitching his record and military background to over 100 Republican voters
Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins made a campaign stop in Lakeland, pitching his record and military background…
High school teacher and tennis coach arrested for sexual relationship with student
Detectives from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Winter Haven High School teacher on Thursday,…
Kelly Quinn, “The Board of County Commissioners is not powerless here.”
Kelly for Polk ( Kelly Quinn), candidate for Polk County Commission, District 2, addressed the Polk…
Florida Poly’s Athletics Program Secures Use of Auburndale Sports Facilities
Florida Polytechnic University and the City of Auburndale signed a three-year athletic facilities agreement, establishing a…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
The Lakeland City Commission unanimously approved a series of annual base rate increases for Lakeland Electric that will total 15.87% over four years
Key Details Why Is the Rate Increasing? According to a formal Cost of Service Study conducted…
Peace River Crisis Center Shut Down After State Investigation Into Patient’s Tragic Death
One of Polk County’s busiest mental health crisis facilities has been ordered to stop admitting new…
Publix vendor lays off 168 people in Lakeland, Sarasota after losing contract
A company that unloaded merchandise at five Publix Super Markets distribution centers, four in Lakeland and…
Former estate on Lakeland’s Hallam Drive is set for development
A developer got approval from Lakeland commissioners on July 20 to develop the former estate of…
Lakeland Police Investigating Shooting at South Lakeland Apartment Complex
Lakeland Police are investigating a shooting at The Park at Verona Apartment Homes in South Lakeland.…
Movie Review – The Odyssey
By Bob Garver Few film adaptations require more ambition than Homer’s “The Odyssey,” the quintessential…