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A local advocate for felons’ voting rights cries foul after Gov. DeSantis promises clemency for Trump
Advocates who have fought for the restoration of voting rights for Floridians with past felony convictions…
Sen. Rick Scott Partners with U.S. Department of State to Hold Passport Application Event
*Application deadline is Thursday, June 6, 2024, for two special passport events in the Orlando area* Next week,…
Publix announces 8 limited-time ice cream flavors for summer
The official start of summer is still a few weeks away, but temperatures have been soaring…
Letter to the Editor – WHERE ARE YOU PASTORS????
By Polk County Republican Committee & Moms For Liberty Polk County The Lakeland City Commission who wear…
JUNETEENTH
06/15/2024 10:00 AM – 06/15/2024 3:00 PM JACKSON PARK | 1130 Martin Luther King Jr Avenue,…
Polk Pride 2024
Polk Pride began in 2015 and has continued to grow year after year by bringing multiple…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that a recent AAA survey of Floridians reveal that up…
One of Downtown Lakeland’s favorite outdoor dining spots is getting new life
The Peach House will take over the historic home formerly occupied by Red Door Wine Market…
Ken Pennington a Navy veteran of World War II and Korea dies at 105
Lakeland resident Ken Pennington, a veteran of World War II and the Korean War, died Saturday at age…
Polk County’s first LGBTQ center in Lakeland -“Loved, Accepted & Wanted! — Momma Ashley Rose.”
The message veritably shouts from a wall in the reception room of the Rose Dynasty Center:…
The restaurant that fell short, and why
Sonic Drive-In 6669, 5030 Dave Robbins Way, Lakeland: On May 29, the restaurant had five violations,…
Polk County Fire Rescue Places Two Ambulance Units in Service
This week, Polk County Fire Rescue will deploy two additional advanced life support (ALS) ambulances to…
Pollution Notice
Thank you for submitting a Public Notice of Pollution for a Reportable Incident in Compliance with…
Lakeland PD won’t release body camera footage of teen’s viral arrest while it’s under review
Despite calls for full transparency, Lakeland PD has declined to release body camera footage from a…
3 Houston men charged in Polk Co. Publix car burglary after visiting ‘to go to the beach’
Three men from Houston were arrested on Saturday in connection with a vehicle burglary at a…
2 men with ties to missing Lakeland man arrested
Two men with ties to Ethan Fussell’s disappearance have been arrested, according to court records. Adonai…
Ground Beef Recall Sparks Warning
Publix Super Markets has issued a voluntary ground beef recall on Friday over a warning that…
CNN’s Randi Kaye Reports In “Drag War” For The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper
EPISODE PREMIERES SUNDAY, JUNE 9 AT 8 PM ET/PT PROMO: https://youtu.be/1Cmy2mxoDuk The Whole Story with Anderson Cooper,…
Trump and Daniels – more levels and devils to come
By Dr. Glenn Mollette What are some things we have learned from the Stormy Daniels, former…
The Garfield Movie – Movie Review
By Bob Garver “Garfield and Friends,” based on comic strips by Jim Davis, was one…
Adult Male From Auburndale Struck & Killed Near K-Villa Avenue
Around 1:40 a.m. on Sunday, June 2, 2024. The driver of a 2001 blue Lincoln Nautilus,…
Lakeland Woman Arrested After Leaving Her Dogs in Confined Crate Outdoors in High-Heat Environment
A woman was arrested by PCSO at her Lakeland home after her pet dogs were found…
2 killed after Polk County ‘joyride’ turns deadly
Two people were killed in Polk County late Saturday night after their “joy ride” ended in…
These are the 3 primary reasons air conditioners break down and cheap ways to prevent it
Here in Florida, you need to keep your air conditioner in good shape. Temperatures have already approached…
Trump’s Florida voting rights secured: Gov. DeSantis defies legal norms to keep him on voter rolls despite felony convictions
In the wake of former President Donald Trump’s conviction on multiple felony counts in New York,…
Brush fire shuts down I-75 and evacuations underway
North Port Fire is battling a three-alarm brush fire in the area of Sultan Ave and…
Florida State Guard Officer DiGiacomo: Sexual Harassment Accusations
A high-ranking member of the Florida State Guard, Michael DiGiacomo, is facing serious allegations of sexual harassment.…
Nearly 300 people protest the arrest of a 16-year-old at the Lakeland Police Headquarters
Photos by Chris Elrod – Other Photos Click here Nearly 300 people protested the arrest of…
Rose Dynasty Center Open House
Join us for a celebration of love and acceptance! We’re thrilled to announce the grand opening…
ALLEGED GRAND THEFT AUTO & DUI SUSPECT THREATENS TO KILL DEPUTY SHERIFF & ALLEGEDLY ASSAULTED POLK FIRE RESCUE PARAMEDIC
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office May 24 arrested 20-year-old Milo Pemberton. He was involved in a…
Gelato needs your help
Meet our chatty, senior orange tabby, Gelato. When she came to the shelter about a month…
Lakeland registered nurse accused of stealing patient’s wallet and using credit card
A registered nurse at Lakeland Regional Health is being accused of stealing a patient’s wallet and…
Lakeland Electric will ask city commissioners to approve an increase in the municipal-owned utility’s fuel rate from $36 to $45
Lakeland Electric will ask city commissioners to approve an increase in the municipal-owned utility’s fuel rate from…
Auburndale Police Sergeant receives demotion and suspension for speeding in crash that 5-year-old girl
An Auburndale police sergeant will receive a demotion and 160 hours of unpaid suspension following an internal…
Dixieland Neighborhood Association appreciates Jason Hagerman
Dixieland Neighborhood Association appreciates Jason Hagerman for his volunteer service in bringing the Century Home Project…
Trump campaign raises ‘record’ $34.8 million following verdict with 30% from new donors
Former President Donald Trump’s presidential campaign saw a record-shattering $34.8 million raised through small-dollar donations following…
Polk State halts some aerospace coursework after FAA suspends contractor’s certificate
Some pilot training courses have been temporarily halted at Polk State College as the vendor providing…
A community protest is planned for Saturday at 6 p.m. outside of Lakeland PD headquarters
There’s outrage from Polk County Activists, calling for two Lakeland officers to face consequences after an…
FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION
On Thursday, May 30, 2024, at approximately 10:04 a.m., officers responded to assist the Plant City…