The FBI has reached out to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and requested that we spread…
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Here’s the new kid on the block
This little fellow is about 3 1/2 months old and a little scared but oh so…
Looking for something fun to do this weekend?
The City of Lakeland and Downtown Lakeland are partnering up with Buena Market once again to…
We are looking for a forever home
I am looking for a home where these two rescue kittens can be together. Lakeland Fire…
July 15 weather
Dry air at the mid-levels of the atmosphere will bring our rain chances down this afternoon.…
We have a new Sheriff in town
When Carlton Palmore Elementary School and the community come together, beautiful things happen. Thank you to…
3 senators introduce a draft bill that would decriminalize marijuana on the federal level
A group of three Democratic senators, including the majority leader, introduced draft legislation Wednesday that would…
Lawsuit to be filed against Florida hopes to restore Florida Pandemic Unemployment Compensation for unemployed
As of this past May, there are over 502,000 people unemployed in the state of Florida,…
BREAKING NEWS: BS Ranch and Farm Found in Violation of Land Development Code for Odor
The Polk County Code Enforcement Special Magistrate has entered an order from the December 19, 2019…
Rep. Franklin Congratulates Lakeland Linder Airport on Receiving $3.6 Million Department of Transportation Grant
Rep. Scott Franklin today issued the following statement in support of Lakeland Linder International Airport Director…
Polk State College faces class-action suit over student fees during COVID-19 pandemic
Polk State College is facing a lawsuit that tests the validity of a new state law…
Polk County health leaders warn about COVID-19 spike in cases and hospitalizations
While most masks are off and hugs and handshakes are back, COVID-19 continues to spread in…
Polk County becomes latest to move toward recycled wastewater
We are already drinking dinosaur pee so why not wastewater?? The water comes in from sewage pipes as…
Polk County sheriff wants more staff, stands firm NO on body cameras
As Polk County commissioners plan for the next fiscal year’s budget, Sheriff Grady Judd came before…
George Floyd Mural Struck by Lightning, Crumbles to the Ground
A mural of the late Black Lives Matter icon George Floyd has been struck by lightning…
Polk County is now equipped with automatic sandbag machines
Polk County’s Roads and Drainage maintenance units are now equipped with automatic sandbag machines to assist…
Lakeland firefighters visited Draken International
Today Lakeland firefighters visited Draken International to learn safety procedures for systems related to pilot rescue…
Lakeland’s old sewer issue becomes the focus of $22.7M American Rescue Plan funds
Lakeland officials got down and dirty Tuesday morning as they decided how to divvy up the millions…
Woman who killed two-month-old
Though I’m a bit behind on picking up this shocking story seeing the original came out…
KRISPY KREME® to Celebrate Grand Opening of New Lakeland Shop on July 27
Sweet treat fans in Lakeland will celebrate the opening of a new Krispy Kreme shop on Tuesday, July 27. The shop is located at 3790…
Beware of today’s Scams
We have an increased reporting of scam calls today. If you get a call threatening to…
Typical Summer Day
Written by Omar Gonzalez A typical summer day pattern is expected this afternoon. Scattered showers and…
Did you Know??
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that the Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Nancy…
Oops Stanley Cup gets dented during Lightning celebrations
While the Stanley Cup didn’t go for a swim during the Tampa Bay Lightning boat parade,…
Michael McArthur, a singer-songwriter from Lakeland, announced a brand new album
Michael McArthur, a singer-songwriter from Lakeland, announced a brand new album. The details have not been…
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Review
Written by Robert Anderson Well, the wife wanted Fuzzy’s so we stop at the one on…
Nothing but big smiles
Nothing but big smiles yesterday during the adoption of two of our cute kittens, Sammie and…
Neighborhood Meeting to Discuss Vehicular Traffic Associated with LCS
Are you impacted by vehicular traffic associated with Lakeland Christian School? Join us tonight (7/12) for…
Financial Suicide is not necessary
BY Dr. Glenn Mollette There is some risk to all of life.A friend and his wife…
Black Widow Movie Review
By Bob Garver After more than two years, the Marvel Cinematic Universe is back on…
WATSON CLINIC CARDIOLOGISTS BEGIN CLINICAL TRIAL FOR ATRIAL FIBRILLATION PATIENTS
The Watson Clinic Center for Research is proud to take part in an exciting new clinical…
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce Foundation Fall Management Training Registration Is Open
The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce Foundation recognizes the need for its members to identify high-potential future…
Polk Fire Chaplains Assist in Miami Condo Recovery Mission
Polk County Fire Rescue’s chaplains are assisting first responder crews in the Surfside Condo recovery mission…
Stormy Monday
Written By Omar Gonzalez The National Weather Service has upgraded our area of central Florida for…
Sewer repairs Texas Avenue
The City of Lakeland Water Utilities Wastewater Collection Division will need to close a portion of…
Mr. and Mrs. Crab, Lakeside Village Review
Written by Robert Young Just finished my $21 fried seafood combo served in a cardboard basket…
Tampa Bay Business Journal Explores Lakeland’s Growth
Tampa Bay Business Journal launched its first Lakeland edition today. The Journal is focusing on the…
The city of Lakeland is hiring ….
Looking for work? Join #TeamSwan! We’ve got LOTS of full and part-time job openings right now.…
Billionaire Richard Branson reaches space
Swashbuckling entrepreneur Richard Branson hurtled into space aboard his own winged rocket ship Sunday, beating out…
City of Lakeland Water Utility offers a number of rebates and incentives
Did you know that your City of Lakeland Water Utility offers a number of rebates and…