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Year: 2026
McKinney National Airport Approves First Airline Use and Lease Agreement with Avelo Airlines
Avelo Airlines is the First Carrier to Commit to Serving the City of McKinney and North…
Fire Capture Two Crowns in Strong Missouri Valley Showing
No. 3 Southeastern put together a strong championship-day performance at the Missouri Valley Invitational, crowning two…
Thousands of flights canceled as major winter storm moves across the US
Thousands of flights across the U.S. set to take off over the weekend were canceled as…
Minneapolis Live Updates: Videos Appear to Contradict Federal Account of Killing
By Ernesto Londoño reported from the scene in Minneapolis. The New York Times An I.C.U. nurse…
Another Florida Sheriff endorses U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds for Florida governor
Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma endorsed U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds for Florida governor, citing the congressman’s…
Fire Cap Productive Weekend at Alachua County Invitational
Southeastern track & field closed out a productive weekend on Saturday at the Alachua County Sports…
Judge sentences Sebring bank killer, Zephen Xaver, to death
Judge Angela Cowden has sentenced Zephen Xaver to death, following the recommendation from jurors at his…
L.A. Guns Announce Lucky MF’r 2026 World Tour With Support From Tom Keifer Coming to Lakeland
L.A. Guns have announced a hefty 2026 tour schedule for the United States and Europe, with support on select…
Fire Fall to Florida Memorial at Home
Southeastern men’s basketball dropped a Sun Conference matchup Saturday afternoon, falling 96-70 to Florida Memorial inside…
Balanced Effort Lifts No. 25 SEU Past Florida Memorial
No. 25 Southeastern turned a brief third-quarter setback into a statement finish Saturday afternoon, pulling away…
Join us: Tuesday, Feb 3 @ 9 AM
Thank you to everyone who’s been advocating with us. We see your frustration, and we feel…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
Cop Poisoned, Killed Girlfriend’s Dog
A Bartow police officer was arrested Jan. 16 for poisoning and killing his girlfriend’s dog, the…
K9 demo with the amazing Pre-K students at McKeel!
Sergeant Bowling with K9 Drax, along with Officer Perez with K9 Dunn, showed off their listening…
Lakeland Electric is sending our crews to the City of Rock Hill, SC, in response to Winter Storm Fern
Lakeland Electric is sending our crews to the City of Rock Hill, SC , in response…
Two Lakeland officials score high marks, and get pay raises
Two top Lakeland leaders have earned high marks from city officials, netting them significant pay raises. City commissioners…
Fire Open Alachua County Invitational with Record-Setting Day One
The No. 7-ranked Southeastern men’s track & field team and the No. 13-ranked women’s squad opened…
Semifinal Runs Push Fire Into Day One Tie
No. 3 Southeastern delivered a strong and balanced performance Friday at the Missouri Valley Invitational, closing…
Grain & Berry Headed to Lakeland
With dozens of locations open and under development all over the country, Grain & Berry is…
Congratulations to our GJHS Competitive Cheer team
Congratulations to our GJHS Competitive Cheer team for getting 2nd in state in the Medium Co-Ed…
‘Florida’s best choice’: Grady Judd endorses Byron Donalds for Governor, but did Judd know about Donalds arrests
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd has just endorsed Byron Donalds for Governor, touting the sitting Congressman’s public safety bona fides…
NOAA May Permanently Close the Premier Hurricane Research Institute
In its 2026 budget, NOAA closes all federally funded weather and climate research labs, including the…
Kait’s Unsafe Space: Update INSANE! I was CHARGED with a FEDERAL CRIME by the National Park Service
Office of Professional Responsibility National Park Service U.S. Department of the Interior 1849 C Street NW…
Avelo offers rebooking for Lakeland International travelers amid winter storm
Avelo is offering its Lakeland passengers the opportunity change their travel plans ahead of winter storm Fern,…
Mustangs & Mustangs… Legends Havin’ Fun 2026
Join Imperial Mustangs of Polk County for our 28th Annual Mustang & Ford-Powered Car Show at Lakeside Village, Lakeland! Saturday, Feb.…
Tomorrow marks the start of the Polk County Youth Fair, Inc..
The first “Polk County Youth Agricultural Show” was held in Bartow in November 1947, From the…
Furry (and Feathery) Fire Rescue
LPD officers responded to assist LFD for a report of a house fire. Officers Payne and…
Polk County Commissioners broke the law …
The commissioners continue to ask all speakers in public comment for their address. Why? And the…
The Makers Market is back this weekend at Lakeside Village!
Join us Sunday, January 25, from 12–5 PM for a fun afternoon of shopping local. Browse…
Addicted to God Ministries Popup Pantry……
Wednesday Pop-up Pantry New Beginnings High School – Polk County in Lakeland was amazing. It was…
SEU Taps Gabriel Sitibaldi to Lead Men’s Soccer Program
Southeastern University Director of Athletics Drew Watson has announced the hiring of Gabriel Sitibaldi as the new head…
Trash Talk!
Solid Waste Made Simple. Start the year off right with a few helpful reminders about solid waste,…
NOAA’s Hurricane Hunters tackle winter storm
The Hurricane Hunters are flying into this weekend’s winter storm to gather data, aiming to enhance…
Kait’s Unsafe Space: INSANE! I was CHARGED with a FEDERAL CRIME by the National Park Service
INSANE! I was CHARGED with a FEDERAL CRIME by the National Park Service in St. Augustine…
PUBLIC NOTICE: COLLECTOR STREETS PAVING PROJECTS
WHO: Contractors working for the City of Lakeland WHAT: Milling…
Lakeland Habitat for Humanity launches ‘legacy’ home program for seniors to help prevent homelessness
A Lakeland nonprofit housing organization is launching a first-of-a-kind program that aims to prevent senior residents from ending…
Southeastern Earns Road Win at No. 5 Ave Maria
Southeastern Men’s Basketball earned a solid road victory on Wednesday night, defeating No. 5 Ave Maria…