The local aviation community is mourning the loss of Michael “Cole” Robinson, a 23-year-old Lakeland resident…
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Florida forecast calls for beneficial, flooding rain from Tropical Storm Arthur
Tropical Storm Arthur has officially formed as the first named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season.…
Avelo Airlines has officially extended its flight schedule
Avelo Airlines has officially extended its flight schedule, giving travelers a much longer window to lock…
Tropical Storm Arthur forms near Texas coast as first named Atlantic storm of 2026 hurricane season
The Atlantic hurricane season is officially underway. Tropical Storm Arthur formed on the morning of June…
Polk County Repeals Burn Ban
After tracking the weather and analyzing the county’s Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) average, Polk County officials…
START YOUR ENGINES! LEGO® F1® ANNOUNCED AS LEGO® FESTIVAL 2026 THRILL ZONE HEADLINER AT LEGOLAND® FLORIDA RESORT
LEGO Festival 2026 hits top speed as LEGOLAND® Florida Resort today reveals LEGO® F1® will headline…
Classic breakfast chain jumping into sizzling Highland City market
That classic “sizzling” market header has all the local earmarks of a major breakfast giant planting…
Mosaic Peace River Park Closed Today for Prescribed Burn
A 240-acre prescribed burn will occur today at Mosaic Peace River Park, located at 2200 County…
Scott Lowery Appointed New Polk County Real Estate Services Division Director
County Manager Bill Beasley announced the appointment of Scott Lowery as the next director of the…
Kris Hallstrand Moves from Lakeland Linder to Aerospace Center for Excellence
This is a major leadership shift for Lakeland’s aviation community. After a highly successful tenure guiding…
DeSantis signs 5 public safety bills into Florida law
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed five public safety and law enforcement bills into law at the…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that there is a status update on Florida fatherhood? Here’s…
Orlando Health Lakeland to bring more than 1,000 jobs to Polk County
The massive economic injection from the Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital is an absolute…
Letter: The current rabies case is a direct consequence of the failure of county leadership, and should prompt an important question: Why does Polk County Animal Control neither endorse nor support Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR)?
In a recent Ledger story, “Rabies-infected cat attacks five people and puppy in North Lakeland,” is…
Conservation-minded Republican Kelly Quinn takes on Polk Commissioner Rick Wilson
The primary challenge for Polk County Commission District 2 is shaping up to be a fascinating…
Movie Review – Disclosure Day
By Bob Garver All-time-great director Steven Spielberg is back with a film built around one…
“Freedom and to be an American”
Matthew 24: 14 “And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world…
Church, Women, Wonder and Why?
By Dr. Glenn Mollette The National Council of Churches says 15,000 churches are expected to close…
WATSON CLINIC ANNOUNCES CLINICAL HIRING EVENT ON JUNE 22, 2026
Watson Clinic’s Human Resources department will host a second Clinical Hiring Event on Monday, June 22, from 5 pm…
LGBTQ+ youth have hope, but not for America’s future
By Trimmel Gomes Public News Service As Pride Month events unfold across Florida, a new report found LGBTQ+ youth are struggling…
Emergency response agencies are on the scene of a fatal small plane crash that occurred this evening, Monday, June 15, 2026.
Emergency response agencies are currently at the scene of a fatal small plane crash that occurred…
The current rabies incident is a direct consequence of Polk County’s continued opposition to Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return (TNVR) programs for community cats
Editorial TNVR is a proven method for reducing stray cat populations while increasing vaccination rates, yet…
Launch 3 Telecom Secures New Lakeland Facility
Launch 3 Telecom (“Launch 3”) today announced it has secured a new facility in Lakeland, Florida, significantly…
A rabies-infected cat attacks five people and a puppy in North Lakeland
This is an incredibly alarming situation for the neighborhood. Polk County Animal Control and the Sheriff’s…
Lakeland CRA and Haus Management Successfully Close Sale of Historic Event Venue Property
The Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is pleased to announce the successful closing of the property…
Will Florida face a tropical threat this week?
No, Florida is not facing a direct tropical threat this week. While the National Hurricane Center…
Polk County Completes Imperial Lakes Boulevard Drainage Improvements Project
Polk County has completed the Imperial Lakes Boulevard Drainage Improvements Project, a major infrastructure effort designed…
Florida Poly lawyer’s work history is mostly in conservative politics
Katie Glenn Daniel’s legal career and professional history are deeply rooted in conservative politics and advocacy,…
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse Appoints Adam Lunn as Interim Director of Lakeland Linder International Airport
Lakeland City Manager Shawn Sherrouse is pleased to announce the appointment of Adam Lunn, C.M., ACE, as…
Duckpin Bowling at RecRoom
Downtown Lakeland’s entertainment scene just got a major upgrade. RecRoom has officially opened four duckpin bowling…
LDDA Announces Tasty Tuesday ‘Summer Vacation’
The Lakeland Downtown Development Authority (LDDA) has announced that Tasty Tuesday is officially taking a “summer…
Drew Sapp, a Lakeland star, commits to Deion Sanders, Colorado
The recruitment of Lakeland High School’s standout 3-star edge rusher, Drew Sapp, to Deion Sanders and…
FDOT plans a 60-day closure of SR 33 at University Blvd
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is initiating a 60-day closure affecting the intersection of SR 33…
Lakeland City Commission to Decide on Moving Forward with A 12 Month Large-Scale Data Center Moratorium Ordinance During Monday, June 15 Commission Meeting
On Friday, June 12, 2026, City of Lakeland Commissioners Madden, LaLonde, Troutman, and Coney signal approval…
Yes, it’s happened, the 200-year-old “Grandfather Oak” at Bonnet Springs Splits Down the Middle
On Saturday, June 13, around 9:30 a.m., the live oak known as the “Grandfather Oak” at Bonnet…
NOAA: El Nino in place, which will deter hurricanes. So, why should we worry?
It is definitely tempting to breathe a sigh of relief when NOAA announces that a strong…
School of Education Earns National Recognition for Preparing Future Elementary Teachers In The Science of Reading
Florida Southern College has earned national recognition from the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ), receiving…
Polk County reports first measles case of year as U.S. tops 2,000 mark
The Florida Department of Health’s latest update confirmed Polk County’s first measles case of the year.…