Beloved Disney characters Donald and Daisy Duck were spotted in public without any pants and, according…
Year: 2026
Fire Take Both Ends of Doubleheader
Third-ranked Southeastern Baseball delivered a complete and commanding performance on Friday at Ted A. Broer Stadium,…
FWC issues executive order allowing people to transport cold-stunned iguanas
As Florida braces for some of the coldest temperatures in 16 years, the potential for coming across…
Polk County residents become legal observers amid ICE fears
Local volunteers say violent immigration enforcement actions in Minnesota are pushing more people in Polk County…
Shoutout to Sergeant Lewis for catching this special moment with Officer Payne!
Shoutout to Sergeant Lewis for catching this special moment with Officer Payne! Moments like these remind…
Amazing compassion in the community
By Mike Carrano I want to show some love to “The Soup Group,” which includes Hannah…
Florida Man Arrested for Exposing Himself in Public and Fornicating With a Vacuum
Police in central Florida were summoned to a private development in Kissimmee — right next to…
Talbot House appeals for Lakeland homeless shelter on Memorial Boulevard
Talbot House Ministries will plead its case for a new Memorial Boulevard homeless shelter to Lakeland officials…
WARNING: GRAPHIC / DISTURBING It took two days to catch this puppy
It took two days to catch this puppy — about 9 months old — only to…
No. 3 Fire Hold Off Montreat in Season-Opening Win
No. 3 Southeastern opened the 2026 season with a 7-5 victory over Montreat on Thursday night…
THE COSMO PROJECT – EMERGENCY DONATIONS NEEDED
**EMERGENCY DONATION REQUEST** As you can see, the temperature is dropping drastically! Imagine trying to stay…
No. 3 Fire Roll Past St. Thomas in AAC Dual
No. 3 Southeastern Wrestling delivered a dominant performance in Appalachian Athletic Conference action, rolling past St.…
Cheerios, Pringles and Nutella among thousands of products recalled after exposure to rodent waste
A recall of nearly 2,000 popular products, including Nutella and Cheerios, has been elevated over a major safety risk…
Olympic gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson charged with speeding at 104 mph
Olympic gold medalist Sha’Carri Richardson was arrested and charged with speeding near Orlando on Thursday, according…
Remember, never pour hot water on a frozen windshield—it can crack!
Brrr! Florida’s rare cold snap is here! Remember, never pour hot water on a frozen windshield—it…
Eagle Lake Man Held On Over $1 Million Bond
A tip about suspicious online activity has landed an Eagle Lake man behind bars, facing serious…
Ray Ramos and John Bedell of H Visa Solutions sit down with Don Burns of I Am Lakeland®
John Bedell, the president of H Visa Solutions talks about the benefits of using the H-2A…
The LPD Dive Team is hosting a BBQ Fundraiser on Friday, February 13
The LPD Dive Team is hosting a BBQ Fundraiser on Friday, February 13, and you can…
Is God Dead? Deficient Sources?
Continuing from last week, the last of the three significant criticisms lodged against the Christian resurrection…
WHY ALL THE EXCITEMENT?
By Van Yandell Colossians 3:23 “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord,…
Florida House panel backs major health care bill
By Jim Saunders | News Service of Florida A Florida House panel Thursday backed a wide-ranging plan that…
Looking for a healthy food pantry location
Looking for a healthy food pantry location? Here’s a list of our distribution locations and times.…
China Garden receives warning due to 10 violations during inspection
China Garden in Polk County failed a routine health inspection on Jan. 21, 2026, receiving a…
The Lakeland Police Department is proud to be a part of the Polk Heroes Literacy Program
Our Neighborhood Liaison Officers enjoyed spending time reading with this amazing group of preschoolers! The Lakeland…
3 measles cases confirmed in Florida
Three cases of measles have been confirmed in Florida as of late January 2026, according to…
Lakeland Electric is urging customers to prepare for an extended period of extreme cold
Lakeland Electric is urging customers to prepare for an extended period of extreme cold affecting Polk…
Polk County residents respond to ICE presence with hotline and whistles
Polk County has not seen the turmoil surrounding immigration enforcement actions now swirling in Minnesota, but…
Substitute teacher in Lake Alfred arrested at school for DUI
A substitute teacher was arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI) on Tuesday morning, January 27,…
Fire Rally Late, Fall in Overtime at Coastal Georgia
Southeastern Men’s Basketball pushed a Sun Conference road game to the limit Wednesday night but ultimately…
Ranked Lineup Leads Southeastern Wrestling into Road Test at St. Thomas
No. 3 Southeastern Wrestling heads into the final week of January carrying momentum and depth as…
SEU Pulls Away Late in Win at Coastal Georgia
Southeastern Women’s Basketball continued its strong stretch of play on Wednesday evening, earning an 84-65 road…
Polk County school leaders vote to move forward on rezoning 16 high schools
Polk County school leaders vote to move forward on rezoning 16 high schools Polk County’s school…
Arsenic found in 28 popular candy products
A recent investigation by Florida health officials has pulled back the curtain on a disturbing reality…
Lakeland named a Bronze-level Bicycle Friendly Community by the League of American Bicyclists – A step forward for safer streets and a healthier community
Today, the League of American Bicyclists honored the efforts of the City of Lakeland to build…
2026 LakelandPD Police Athletic League Summer Trades Camp
This summer, the Lakeland Police Department is proud to partner with the Polk County School Board…
NOAA has an actual dusting of snow accumulation across parts of west-central Florida Sat PM to Sun AM
NOAA has an actual dusting of snow accumulation across parts of west-central Florida Sat PM to…