After a nationwide search that began in January, Southeastern University (SEU) has announced the appointment of…
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Leo Schofield Jr. is to leave prison on April 30
Leo Schofield Jr., the convicted murderer whose claim of innocence has gained international attention, will leave…
We want justice for JD
“He just loved everything. He was such a good baby,” Yeisdelis Baez said Tuesday. Baez said…
Lakeland Police Department K9s Drax, Judah, Kodiak, and Summit have received donations of body armor
Lakeland Police Department K9s Drax, Judah, Kodiak, and Summit have received bullet and stab protective vests…
Bob Graham Florida governor and U.S. senator dies at 87
Bob Graham, perhaps the most peculiar and popular politician in modern Florida history, died Tuesday. The…
Did you know that the Polk County school system has 180 HOMELESS Seniors Graduating This Year
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SunPass and FBI alert users of possible ‘smishing’ scams from text messages
SunPass has started warning drivers about a phishing effort using text messages to scam customers. The…
Number of homeless senior’s citizens on the rise in Florida
As baby boomers get older and inflation continues to rise, homes are becoming less and less…
84-year-old Lakeland woman honored by community’s generosity after losing home to fire
A Lakeland woman is without a home after a devastating fire tore through hers earlier this year. Still,…
With Lakeland International expansion in the future Lakeland Commissioners are planning to buy 31 acres
Lakeland officials expressed interest in purchasing 31 acres near Lakeland International Airport which was meant to…
Man convicted 18 years after DUI crash on I-4 which caused serious injuries
After more than a decade on the run following a DUI crash in Polk County in 2006, a…
Lakeland Book Crawl
The third annual Lakeland Book Crawl takes place April 22-27, leading up to National Independent Bookstore Day. The event…
Book Review – Bridesmaid for Hire
Title: Bridesmaid for Hire Author: Meghan Quinn ISBN: 9781728294360 Release Date: 04/02/24 Review: 4 Stars This…
Why is Nobody has been held accountable!!
Editorial Someone tell Polk County Medical Director Paul Banerjee, Polk County Government Florida, and the City…
Will the City of Lakeland get into composting “Biosolids” human waste? There is MONEY in poop
Lakeland officials are wondering whether the city’s unwanted waste could lead to a new source of revenue.…
White House Calls In Elmo To Help Explain Latest Global Conflict To President
By: BabylonBee Satire In an effort to educate President Biden on the details of the latest…
Spring Jazz Concert – Harrison School for the Arts
Harrison School for the Arts is pleased to present the Spring Jazz Concert to be held…
3 From Polk County Plead Guilty To Trafficking Meth To California Through Orlando Airport
Three Polk County residents have pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges of intent to distribute methamphetamine. Jevonn…
State blames ‘scam artists’ in Miami-Dade for raising insurance premiums statewide
Florida investigators accuse 2 women and 2 men of defrauding Chicago-based insurance company Two men and…
Lakeland Resident and FSU Student, Shanaya Jaitly, Makes Impact through Sustainability and Community Service
Shanaya Jaitly, a Florida State University (FSU) student, is due to graduate in Spring 2024. She…
Welty Named Men’s Basketball Head Coach
Southeastern University Athletics Director Drew Watson has announced the hiring Hudson Welty as the next men’s…
Scammers Arrested
On April 11, 2024, the Victim in this case met with Aderiquis Surmelin and Hatori Humphries…
“We gotta boycott this,” says Publix shopper as customers notice stores are missing staple amenities
CUSTOMERS of one popular grocery store chain are calling for a protest after realizing that an…
New Parking Facility Now Available at Marshall Hampton Reserve for Polk County Residents
The new parking area at the Marshall Hampton Reserve is now available for use. This new…
HELP FIND WANTED FELON – DEMARIUS WILSON
LakelandPD is still asking for the public’s assistance with locating a wanted felon in connection with…
Florida League of Cities recently recognized City Manager Shawn Sherrouse with a 2024 Home Rule Hero Award
The Florida League of Cities, the united voice for Florida’s municipal governments, recently recognized City Manager…
Mayor Bill Mutz delivered a wonderful Proclamation for our very own Major Chad Smith
Mayor Bill Mutz delivered a wonderful Proclamation for our very own Major Chad Smith, the Mission…
Bridge Repairs Closing Deen Still Road West of Moore Road on Tuesday Morning
Starting Tuesday morning April 16, deck repairs required to correct concrete surface damage to both travel lanes…
Great LIVE shows this weekend @ the Polk and more beneath the sea classic films… Join us!
Schedule: Monday, April 15 @ 6:30 PM – THE HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER* Thursday, April 18…
SEU to Host Free Concerts This Week
Southeastern University’s School of Music is set to host two free concerts this week on its…
Civil War – Movie Review
By Bob Garver “Civil War” presents one of the most intriguing premises of the year,…
AVELO AIRLINES CANCELLING SERVICES TO FLORIDA FROM MICHIGAN AIRPORTS
Avelo Airlines made waves in the state of Michigan a few years ago when they announced…
Two Lakeland restaurants fail to meet inspection standards
Remember that in some cases, violations are noted are technical issues not directly linked to hygiene…
SUN ‘n FUN 2024 – U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds
Thank you to our friends the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds for an incredible SUN ‘n FUN…
More than 1,000 acres on fire and ‘growing’ in Mulberry
A vegetative fire in Mulberry spanned more than 1,000 acres, according to Polk County Fire Rescue.…
LIFT Aircraft Hexa
What do y’all think about the LIFT Aircraft Hexa?!? It’s basically (in my words) a personal…
Lakeland Air Force service member returns home to fly in 50th Sun ‘n Fun Expo
The annual Sun ‘n Fun Aerospace Expo is celebrating its 50th year. From planes flying through…
Two Arrested for Drug Trafficking
Two people were recently arrested for drug trafficking in Central Florida after a traffic stop. On…
Fatal Hillsborough County Crash
April 13, 2024 @ 9:20 PM Vehicle 1, a Suzuki motorcycle, operated by a 28-year-old Tampa…
Plane’s engine ‘went silent’ moments before deadly Mulberry crash
Officials are giving more details about a plane crash in Mulberry that killed a 76-year-old pilot earlier…
Poverty and homelessness are public health issues, not crimes….. Meet the faces of the Homeless in Lakeland
Photos by Chris Elrod Editorial The photos were taken in Lakeland and are REAL Homeless people…