ROAD CLOSURES DUE TO LAKE BONNY FLOOD MITIGATION PROJECT

A concentrated effort is being made to mitigate the flooding that has happened around Lake Bonny. …

Their Divine Fires

Title: Their Divine Fires Author: Wendy Chen ISBN: 9781643755151 Release Date: 05/07/24 Rating: 5 Stars Jessica’s…

Pumps and Pipes Arrive to Draw Down Flooded Lake Bonny

Tractor trailers pulled up to Interlachen Park on Tuesday evening carrying pumps and pipes that will…

Polk County man dead after pointing gun at deputies; wife also found dead in home

Sheriff Grady Judd said the suspect was threatening to shoot himself and his wife on her…

Lakeland publishing startup partners with Barnes & Noble Press

Ready Chapter 1 (RC1), a startup platform for independent authors with a presence at Catapult in Lakeland…

Did you Know?

By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that Florida has seen a recent increase in confirmed cases…

Let’s Do the Time Warp Again!

This Weekend @ the POLK! More information about the show… Tickets can be purchased here in…

Why is Rep. Melony Bell running for Polk Supervisor of Elections? An experiment in entitlement

The answer is obvious: she’s a Barnett/Publix in-law and a GOPer; so she assumes she’s owed…

Notice of Intent to Adopt a Development Agreement

Notice is hereby given that the City Commission of Lakeland, Florida, proposes to approve the following:…

NATIONAL DRUG TAKE BACK!

The Lakeland Police Department is proud to join The Drug Enforcement Administration and its national and…

White House says health insurance needs to fully cover condoms, other over-the-counter birth control

Millions of people with private health insurance would be able to pick up over-the-counter methods like…

As a Catholic OBGYN, I urge you to vote Yes on Amendment 4

By Dr. Cecilia Grande Amendment 4: Voters will choose whether to legalize abortion up to viability…

Lakeland-Linder International Airport adds 7 new destinations

Lakeland-Linder International Airport to add seven destinations across the United States. Starting Oct. 24, an inaugural…

LAKE BONNY FLOOD MITIGATION STRATEGY MULTI-AGENCY SOLUTION TO PUMP ADDITIONAL STORMWATER FROM LAKE BONNY

The City of Lakeland is working with several agencies in ongoing efforts to mitigate the sustained flooding on…

What Florida’s marijuana amendment does

Amendment 3 legalizes recreational marijuana in Florida. It allows those 21 and older to have up to…

Flooded Lake Bonny residents demand action from Lakeland City leaders

Frustrated Lake Bonny residents and Lakeland city leaders agreed on one thing Monday: the pump to…

Federal Emergency Management Agency Specialists Canvas Communities

Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) crews are currently visiting Polk County neighborhoods. DSA specialists…

Bridges of Mercy

By Sarah Schmitt  The Salvation Army continues to serve hot meals, water, and ice, and provide…

Lakeland Electric Customers!

We appreciate your support after Hurricane Milton. All storm-related outages are restored, and we’re back to…

FAA Approve New Approach Route to Lakeland International Airport and new departure procedures are coming

Airport officials announced today at the Commission meeting that the Federal Aviation Administration has approved their…

Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrests woman for armed robbery of an Uber driver

Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputies have arrested a 27-year-old woman for allegedly robbing an Uber driver…

Some FL Election Websites Crash During Early Voting

Some Florida election websites experienced trouble Monday as voters began heading to the polls on the…

Thursday is the Last Day to Request a Mail Ballot

 Polk County voters have until Thursday, October 24th to submit a request for a ballot to be…

𝗧𝗥𝗨𝗖𝗞 𝗢𝗥 𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧 – 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗔𝗬, 𝗢𝗖𝗧𝗢𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝟮𝟭𝗦𝗧!

We can’t wait to have a night of fun, safe, trick-or-treating! This year’s event will take…

Florida Publix, Walmart, Aldi, Target Frozen Waffles Recalled

TreeHouse Foods, Inc. is voluntarily recalling frozen waffles sold as store brands for major retailers such…

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd gets goofy for Haunted Jail Fundraiser

Buster the skeleton has a problem. When Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd goes full “Ouija board…

Wisconsin electric utility workers return home after Hurricane Milton power restoration efforts in Lakeland

Wisconsin electric utility workers returned home after helping with Hurricane Milton’s recovery in Florida. The team…

Florida’s own data shows it’s lying about forced birth exceptions – and much more

“Health of the mother” abortions were down 36% in 2024. Rape exceptions don’t really exist. Legal…

Federal judge blasts DeSantis administration for threats against TV stations

“To keep it simple for the State of Florida: it’s the First Amendment, stupid.” That’s what…

Lake Mirror Classic 2024 photos

by Tom Hagerty Photography

Milton damaged 900 buildings and destroyed 27. And dozens inaccessible in the city limits of Lakeland

The full picture of Hurricane Milton’s devastating impact on the City of Lakeland has started to emerge with…

LAKELAND HURRICANE MILTON UPDATE – OCT. 18

Residential Garbage Collection resumed normal operations. This includes garbage, recycling, and yard waste.  Expect delays in…

State-Run Public Shelter Still Open for Displaced Polk County Residents

While locally run emergency shelters have ceased operations, a state-run shelter remains open to help residents.…

No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake

Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 0 mins Total Time 6 hrs 15 mins Yields 6…

Feeling incredibly grateful this week and we just had to share!

Feeling incredibly grateful this week and we just had to share! Mrs. Harbison’s class at South…

Greater Lakeland | The Swans of Lakeland

In Episode 2 of the series, discover the fascinating and drama-filled history of Lakeland’s beloved swans. Join librarian…

A Huge Thank You! Today

A Huge Thank You! Today, Lakeland Electric extends heartfelt gratitude to all the mutual aid crews…

True Value declares bankruptcy and sells itself to a hardware rival

True Value, a 75-year-old hardware store brand, has filed for bankruptcy and is selling substantially all…

Lakeland organizations offer free clothes to Hurricane Milton survivors

Jessica Criswell runs Hidden Gem Consignment Boutique in North Lakeland. Many people in that part of…

LAKELAND HURRICANE MILTON UPDATE – OCT. 17

Lakeland Electric reports that power has been reinstated for customers who can safely receive service. As clean-up efforts continue, hanging…

“Operation Autumn Sweep” results in 157 arrests including a Disney Employee

During a five-day-long undercover human trafficking operation, which began on October 2, 2024, the Polk County…

The One I Left Behind

Title: The One I Left Behind Author: Piper Rayne ISBN: 979-8887142500 Release Date: 05/14/24 Rating: 5…