The Lakeland Christmas Parade is approaching quickly with float applications available now. Float-ers have until Sept.…
Author: Admin
National Kitten Day
In celebration of National Kitten Day here are a few of our kittens we now have…
Saturday Outlook
Written by Omar Gonzalez Afternoon temperatures are expected to reach the 90s today, with the heat…
CYCLEdelic Spin Center opens today
CYCLEdelic is located at 3505 Cleveland Heights Blvd –you can’t miss their huge sign. CYCLEdelic is…
Polk County COVID-19 cases spike as vaccination rates slowing down
Florida’s new COVID-19 cases have risen dramatically over the past week, and Polk County is no…
Dozens of tires dumped into Lake Parker – right in front of Lakeland fire training facility
Someone illegally dumped at least 48 tires into Lake Parker just across the street from the…
Fleur Bistro will be reopening later next week
New Opening Late Next Week. Fleur Bistro, South Lakeland 4525 South Florida Avenue Lakeland, FL 33813,…
Lakeland Fire Department rescue boat towing and operation training
There are 554 lakes in Polk County — 38 positioned within #Lakeland city limits, making rescue…
BUTTERFLY GARDEN AT CITY HALL
With pollinators in a serious decline, it is more important than ever for people to take…
Bigfoot believers to gather at RP Center to discuss reported sightings
Is Bigfoot more than a myth? True believers are meeting in Lakeland this weekend to share…
Increased fighter jet noise on Saturday, July 10th
Lakeland Linder International Airport —— Residents in the vicinity of Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) should…
Sheriff Judd: Does Congress Really Want Police Reform?
One of the most talked-about issues in the United States over the past year is police…
SIGN CODE ENFORCEMENT TO RESUME STARTING AUGUST 1ST
In March 2020, in direct response to the COVID-19 pandemic and its effect on local businesses,…
‘Shazam’ Hollywood Stuntman Opens 2 Businesses Serving Lakeland
A Hollywood stuntman who has performed in many movies — including “Avengers: End Game” and “Fear…
Upcoming Lakeland Chamber Events
Biz & Brew @ Cob & Penn – Free to Attend for Chamber and EMERGE Members &…
Our rain chances
Written by Omar Gonzalez Beautiful start to our day, with highs near the 90s across Central…
Japan bans fans at Tokyo Summer Olympics venues due to COVID-19 virus
Fans will be banned from Tokyo-area stadiums and arenas when the Olympics begin in two weeks,…
How much does Lake Wales Charter force families to pay School Board Chair Lori Cunningham’s business?
Where is the transparency???? Written by Billy Townsend In my time on the Polk County School…
Four men and a woman from Lakeland arrested for Jan. 6 riot at the U.S. Capitol
Four men and a woman from central Florida assaulted police for hours on Jan. 6, according…
Bud Light giving away a free 12-pack to fans in Florida to celebrate the Lightning Stanley Cup win
To celebrate the Tampa Bay Lightning’s Stanley Cup win, Bud Light is giving away a free…
MY Shower Door signs Peter Simmons III, University of Michigan football rising freshman, to an Endorsement deal
Company first in FL to sign college athlete since new NCAA rule was announced One of…
Heavy rain causes major overflow of the sewer system in South Lakeland
Heavy rain from then-Hurricane Elsa caused a manhole to overflow in South Lakeland about 5 a.m.…
Clean Comedy Night in Lakeland’s Polk Theatre
Get your tickets NOW…SEATING IS LIMITED! Clean Comedy Night in Lakeland’s Polk Theatre, Thursday, July 22nd!!!…
Polk County Public Schools will offer two learning options for students.
Polk County Public Schools is finalizing plans for the 2021-22 school year and will offer two…
Bridge Replacement Project to Close Walk-In-Water Road in Lake Wales for Three Months Starting Monday
A $1.63 million Polk County project to replace the Walk-In-Water Road Bridge over Tiger Creek in…
Good riddance Elsa!
Written by Omar Gonzalez Elsa ran into unfavorable atmospheric conditions as she was centered just off…
DeSantis suspends Lake Wales City Commissioner Kristen Fitzgerald after arrest
Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended a Lake Wales city commissioner Wednesday, more than a month after her arrest. Per…
Snowcat Ridge, Florida’s first snow park, to have new attractions for the 2021 season
Snowcat Ridge Alpine Snow Park is preparing for its upcoming winter season. The park opened last…
Haiti in upheaval: President Moïse assassinated at home
A squad of gunmen assassinated Haitian President Jovenel Moïse and wounded his wife in an overnight…
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce ATHENA Nomination deadline
ATHENA Nomination deadline is July 9th! The ATHENA Award Program is designed to honor women and…
Peace River Center seeks donations for Christmas in July
Peace River Center is gathering donations for a Christmas in July celebration for some of its 21,500 clients, almost all…
Some kittens are very lucky
It isn’t unusual for them to hide in engines, but this one chose the right engine:…
…ELSA INLAND AND WEAKENING OVER NORTHERN FLORIDA…
A Storm Surge Warning is in effect for… West coast of Florida from the Suwannee River…
Circus World, EPCOT Circus alumni, circus enthusiasts invited to August reunion
It’s time to return to the big top! Alumni of the storied Circus World theme park…
Elsa was a great reminder to prepare now for the 2021 Hurricane Season
The current tropical storm system serves as a great reminder to prepare now for the 2021…
.ELSA REGAINS HURRICANE STATUS SOUTHWEST OF TAMPA BAY…
…ELSA REGAINS HURRICANE STATUS SOUTHWEST OF TAMPA BAY……RECONNAISSANCE AIRCRAFT EN ROUTE TO INVESTIGATE THE HURRICANE…*** A…
Citrus Connection will delay the start of the public bus service Wednesday morning
Citrus Connection will delay the start of public bus service throughout Lakeland and Polk County on…
8 pm advisory —- HURRICANE ELSA
The Hurricane Hunters completed their mission into Elsa a little while ago, and observations from the…