Editorial – Warning graphic photos in post. This is the grim reality of not spaying and…
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LEGOLAND Water Park closed through Saturday because of the weather forecast
LEGOLAND Water Park in Winter Haven will be closed through Saturday because of forecasts of inclement weather.…
‘Twas the Night Before Christmas
‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the housenot a creature was stirring, not even…
22-year-old commits suicide because of what Sheriff Grady Judd did over ten years ago because of the Rebecca Sedwick case
Charges have been dropped against two teenage girls whom a sheriff had accused of bullying a…
Dixie Chicks founding member Laura Lynch dies in head-on Texas car crash
Laura Lynch, a founding member of the Dixie Chicks band, has died in a Texas car crash, officials…
An employee with Polk County Sheriff’s Office who wanted to be a deputy arrested for hurting girlfriend
A man who worked with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office and applied to become a deputy…
Polk County Pursuit over 130 MPH & Drug Arrest
Troopers monitoring traffic and conducting speed enforcement along Interstate 4 observed a Volkswagen sedan traveling westbound…
Used car lot fire off of US HWY 17/92 N near SMITH RD
Last night units from Stations 1 and 2 Haines City Fire Department responded to a reported…
More Layoffs in Lakeland – Goddard Produce Lays off 44 Workers
All of the employees of the fruit and vegetable distribution company at 1111 W. Main Street…
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But not just your ‘normal’ retail theft. We guess you could say THIS one will o-????-ially…
Twilightopia
Definition: (noun) This magical term combines “twilight,” representing the soft and dreamy light at the edge of…
NYC house used in ‘Home Alone 2’ now for sale
The home used in the first sequel of “Home Alone” is listed for $6.7 million and…
TEACHER ARRESTED ON BURGLARY CHARGES
On Wednesday, December 20, 2023, Janeria McCutchen, employed as a teacher at Sleepy Hill Middle School,…
Florida State suing ACC over grant of rights, withdrawal fee
The Florida State Board of Trustees voted unanimously to sue the ACC to challenge the legality…
Airside Center Drive Closure Extended One Week
Work to install drainage upgrades that closed Airside Center Drive just north of West Pipkin Road has been…
The Matzah Ball by Jean Meltzer – Book Review
Despite her often debilitating chronic illness, Rachel thrives in her flexible career as a bestselling author…
Will you face 2024 with fear or fearlessness?
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Wages are not keeping up with the cost of living. The cost…
Every year a new set of works enters the public domain and becomes free for people to reuse for any purpose
Next year’s will include J.R.R. Tolkien, Hank Williams, Pablo Picasso and many others. Every year a…
Polk County Sheriff’s Office investigates animal neglect hoarder case
Polk County Sheriff’s Office investigates an animal neglect hoarder case in Frostproof; 142 cats, 3 dogs,…
‘Toilet-to-tap’ approved for California, Could be coming to Polk County— treated sewage coming back into homes
Whoever claimed Californians were full of crap? Officials in the Golden State this week approved new…
Here are the new laws beginning Jan. 1, 2024, in Florida
New laws and provisions from older ones are coming online in the next few days as…
Lakeland sees a multi-generational shift to physical media
While so much of our lives have gone digital, from banking to social interactions to day…
Ambrosia Salad
Looking for a sweet and refreshing side dish or dessert? This Ambrosia Salad recipe is just…
‘The Glass House,’ a midcentury gem designed by architect J. Bruce Spencer, is now for sale in Lakeland
Architect J. Bruce Spencer designed a number of significant homes and buildings all over Lakeland, and…
Duke Energy completes first floating solar project
Duke Energy is testing out floating solar panels at its Hines Energy Complex in Bartow. A…
Florida Strawberry Farmer Resorts to Processing Due to Recent Rains
Florida strawberry growers are still feeling the impact of inclement weather last weekend. Dustin Grooms with…
Letter from M. Shawn Sherrouse Lakeland City Manager
This is truly a wonderful time of year that brings the community together in celebration. It…
A Proposal bans traffic light camera fines across Florida
A new Florida resolution would ban traffic signal cameras being used to impose penalties on drivers…
Bye-bye to the 85-year-old Florida Citrus Mutual building, Publix demolishing it for a parking lot
Crews have begun demolishing the 85-year-old Florida Citrus Mutual building in downtown Lakeland to make room…
Heated discussion: Rebecca Sedwick’s 2013 case
Editorial The Rebecca Sedwick case from 2013 has resurfaced due to an article that raises questions…
Rudy Giuliani filed for bankruptcy days after being ordered to pay $148 million in a defamation case
Rudy Giuliani filed for bankruptcy, days after being ordered to pay $148 million in a defamation…
Fire damages mobile home in Lakeland
A fire damaged a mobile home on Thursday morning in Lakeland. The fire broke out just…
Serensation
Definition: (noun) This blissful term combines “serene,” signifying a state of calm and peacefulness, with “sensation,” representing…
AMERICA WILL ABANDON ISRAEL
By Van Yandell Zechariah 14: 2-3 “For I will gather all nations against Jerusalem to battle;…
Florida Elected Officials Resign En Masse over New Financial Disclosure Mandates
• Florida’s new financial disclosure requirements, known as Form 6, are leading to numerous resignations among…
Orlando’s Amway Center was renamed Kia Center
Goodbye Amway Center, hello Kia Center. The legendary sports and entertainment arena located in the heart…
Students and staff at Central Florida Aerospace Academy gathered to remember Jaxon Crabtree
Crabtree, 15, tragically passed away on Dec. 5 following a traffic accident while biking to school.…