A federal judge has granted the motion for a reduction in the sentence of Joshua Doolin, a Polk…
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Polk County arts community reacts to Governor DeSantis vetoing cultural art grants
The arts community is rattled and shocked by Governor Ron DeSantis’s vetoing various cultural art grants.…
The first tropical storm of the season, Alberto, forms in the Gulf of Mexico
Tropical Storm Alberto, the first named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, formed Wednesday. The…
WHO WAS RAHAB?
By Van Yandell Matthew 1: 5 “Salmon was the father of Boaz (whose mother was Rahab).…
Citizens Property Insurance sent a request for a 14% rate hike to state regulators
The Citizens Property Insurance Corporation, Florida’s largest property insurance provider, approved recommendations for an average 14%…
Argument turns deadly after Polk County man is shot
A 21-year-old was shot and killed after an argument with another man he knew from high…
A new study recommends raising impact fees for new residential units from $2,966 to $7,275.
Lakeland hasn’t raised the water and wastewater impact fees it charges on new developments since 2011.…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that during the recent and horrendous rain storms that we…
Baseball legend Willie Mays dies at 93
Willie Mays, the “Say Hey Kid” of 1950s and 1960s Giants fame, a home run slugger…
Breaking New Ground
In 1991, Lighthouse Ministries received a donation of two duplexes, which became transitional homes. Steve and…
Free Women’s Day Returns to the RP Funding Center on June 23rd!
Hey there, fabulous ladies. Mark your calendars for Sunday, June 23rd because Women’s Day returns to the…
Polk Theatre Movie Schedule
Schedule: Monday, June 17 @ 6:30 PM – TREMORS* Thursday, June 20 @ 6:30 PM –…
EVI Industries to Acquire Laundry Pro of Florida
EVI Industries, Inc. announced today that it executed a definitive agreement to acquire Lakeland, FL-based Laundry…
Two Lakeland restaurants fall short of standards in recent inspections
The restaurant, The Egg Station at 1625 Shepherd Road, Lakeland, also had the most number of violations…
Laughter is the best medicine
Laughter is the best medicine and Kelly Terwilliger wants to use laughter to help raise funds…
Congratulations to LFD Firefighter/Paramedics Marcus Johnson and Jake Prange
Congratulations to Firefighter/Paramedics Marcus Johnson and Jake Prange, two of our most recently onboarded firefighters, for…
Red White and Kaboom is right around the corner; here are some highlights from last year!
Join us on July 3 from 6-9 p.m. for a night of food, fireworks, and live…
Sober Night Drag Show Featuring Lux
The last Saturday of the month starting June 29th, join us for an 18 and up…
Tropical Weather Outlook
The NHC is now highlighting an area east of Florida for possible development by the end…
HAPPY JUNETEENTH 2024!
Seniors In Action On the Move Attended The 32nd Annual Juneteenth Program At Coleman Bush, Along…
2024 Pride in the Park Festival in Lakeland in Photos
Nearly 2500 people came out to this event — People of all ages!!!!
Jet Blue, Allegiant, and Avelo Airlines Offering New Flights In And Out Of FL – Starting At $41
Many Floridians regularly travel to northern parts of the United States to visit friends and family…
Florida ‘Safe Haven’ baby reunites with firefighters 18 years later
Eighteen years ago, a baby was dropped off at Lake County Fire Station No. 112 in…
Polk County ranks among Florida’s most populous counties, but low per capita income of $30,262
Polk County continues to be positioned as one of Florida’s most populous counties, ranking 9th out of…
Avelo Launches 4 New Routes Across The US
Avelo Airlines is expanding its network connectivity within the US by commencing four new routes from…
Legoland Florida Resort in Winter Haven welcomes new leader
Merlin Entertainments has appointed Franceen Gonzales as park president for Legoland Florida Resort in Winter Haven. Gonzales has…
Lakeland set to officially recognize Juneteenth for first time
Next week, for the first time, the City Of Lakeland will recognize Juneteenth as an official…
State Of Florida Could Forbid Teachers and Professors From Criticizing The Governor In Their Classrooms
The state of Florida is free to forbid teachers and professors from criticizing the governor in…
SWAN DIVE – Flag Day with President Biden 2024
By Swan Dive – Satire “Flag Day celebrates the history of the U.S. flag annually on…
A developer wants to build 87 ‘workforce-affordable’ townhomes off Kathleen Road
The City Commission will hold two public hearings for a change of zoning and modification of…
Watermelon Cupcakes
Try these delightful watermelon cupcakes for your summer gatherings. Lime-infused cake, creamy frosting with a hint…
Book Review: One Deadly Eye
Author: Randy Wayne White ISBN: 9781335013606 Publisher: Hanover Square Press US SRP: $28.99 Release Date: June…
ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECT ARRESTED SUSPECT TRIED TO ROB MCDONALDS
On Sunday, June 9, 2024, at 12:09 a.m., Lakeland Police officers responded to an armed robbery…
Anti-Trump PAC puts up ‘convicted felon’ billboard in Florida
An anti-Trump PAC has reportedly placed a “Convicted Felon” billboard along I-75 in southwest Florida following…
Florida Forest Service still improving containment lines on the River Ranch Complex Fire
Fire activity on the River Ranch Complex Fire continues to hamper containment efforts. Division A is…
Bad Boys: Ride or Die – Movie Review
By Bob Garver I’m not going to go into a lot of depth about the…
Letter to the Editor – Trump must be held accountable for his crimes against our county
Donald Trump was found guilty by a jury of everyday Americans on 34 felony counts. He…
The Southern Poverty Law Center lists 2 Polk County groups on their ‘hate map.’
Leaders of two Polk County organizations reject their inclusion in a list of extremist groups. The…
FL Is Second-Worst State For LGBTQ+ Safety In U.S.: Ranking
Florida earned an “F” grade, ranking it at No. 50 in the U.S. for LGBTQ+ safety…
Grand opening of the Rose Dynasty Foundation Inc.’s Rose Dynasty Center
We had an amazing time celebrating the grand opening of the Rose Dynasty Foundation Inc.‘s Rose…
Florida Produce Sold At Publix Recalled For Salmonella
Green Life Farms is voluntarily recalling one lot of its 4-ounce containers of Baby Arugula because they have…