While the City was not aware of the timing of this announcement by the Florida Tropics,…
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Supreme Court protects access to abortion pill
The Supreme Court on Friday protected access to a widely used abortion drug by freezing lower-court…
Polk HealthCare Plan May Be an Option if Medicaid Coverage Ends
Some low-income Polk County residents may soon find themselves at a healthcare coverage crossroads due to…
Exorbitant rent demands mean Tropics won’t return to RP Funding Center
After seven seasons of play in the Major Arena Soccer League, the Florida Tropics no longer…
Bill That Could Lead to Monthly Renter Fees Passes in Florida House
Supporters say HB 133 would provide an option to help renters get into apartments without having…
Facebook users can apply for their portion of a $725 million lawsuit settlement
Facebook users can now apply for their share of a $725 million privacy lawsuit settlement if they had…
Polk County Corrections Sergeant accused of threatening deputy while drunk
A 31-year-old Polk County Corrections Sergeant was arrested Tuesday after telling a deputy, “your time is…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
Lakeland police investigating the death of homeless man
The Lakeland Police Department is investigating a dead body found downtown on Thursday. Officers are investigating…
Lakeland man wins multi-million dollar top prize from Florida lottery
A 54-year-old from Polk County was the latest person to claim a top prize from the…
‘Deeply frustrated’: Florida legislators worn out by DeSantis
The governor didn’t wow D.C. It’s not great in Tallahassee either. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ iron-clad…
Wawa days at Bok Tower Gardens
Looking for something FUN AND FREE to do this summer? Wawa has you covered with complimentary…
“Clean It Up to Green It Up” Program to the Unincorporated Wabash Area on Saturday, April 29
Polk County Sheriff’s Office advising residents to join Keep Polk County Beautiful, Incorporated in partnership with…
DeSantis is in a rut. His trek to D.C. didn’t help.
At a big moment for him, the Florida governor was overshadowed by rival Donald Trump’s string…
Skate World plans expansion as it marks its 50th anniversary
When Arlys “Pops” Talbert opened the original Skate World in the early 1970s, it occupied a…
Prepping for Thunderstorms
Florida has long been known as the lightning capital of the United States. In 2022, Polk…
Editorial DeSantis the Clown
Whenever my family drove from my grandparents’ home in Ft Myers to Walt Disney World, my…
Wanted Javion B Morris
Bail America posted bond for him on 12/14/2020, he is believed to suffer from mental health issues, his…
11th Annual Planes, Trains, & Automobiles Returns to Plant City Airport
Planes, Trains, and Automobiles presented by Tampa International Airport is a beloved one-day community event featuring…
New Ordinance Aims to Protect Polk County’s Pedestrians and Drivers
Thanks to the passing of an ordinance at today’s Board meeting, Polk County pedestrians are no…
WATSON CLINIC CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER NAMED TOP FUNDRAISER IN READ LAKELAND’S ANNUAL KISS THE PIG CAMPAIGN
During a grand finale event held on Thursday, April 13 from the Lakeland Country Club, Watson…
Lakeland woman arrested after disrupting classes at elementary school, deputies say
A Lakeland woman was arrested after deputies said she disrupted classes at an elementary school. Deputies…
Bull killed in 3-vehicle crash in Polk County
A bull was killed in a Polk County crash Tuesday morning. It happened around 5 a.m.…
Lakeland Electric Unit 5 is shut down and needs $21 million in emergency repairs … more more money!!!
Lakeland Electric faces more than $21 million in emergency repairs to its flagship generator to get…
Movie Review – The Pope’s Exorcist
By Bob Garver When I first heard that there was a movie called “The Pope’s…
Will your Walmart close?
Dr. Glenn Mollette If your outgo exceeds your income, then your upkeep will be your downfall.…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that two female squatters and their Pitbull did $40,000 worth…
Korean War Veteran Had Wish to See Tampa Bay Lightning Play Detroit Red Wings Granted
Robert Talvensaari, a resident of Lakeland, Florida, had his wish to see his beloved Detroit Red…
Salad kits recalled from Publix test positive with Listeria
Fresh Express Incorporated, a brand sold at Publix and other retailers, is voluntarily recalling three varieties…
Meet Amaretto
Another orange boy in distress rescued. On Friday, we received a frantic call from a construction…
Florida Law Enforcement Shuts Down Organized Retail Theft Ring Spanning 16 Counties
Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, and the Florida Department of Law…
BAYHAN NAMED INTERIM DIRECTOR OF WATER UTILITIES
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse has appointed David Bayhan as Interim General Manager of Water Utilities, effective…
A PORTION OF GRIFFIN ROAD IMPACTED FOR EMERGENCY SEWER REPAIR
Lakeland Water Utilities has recently learned that a 600 ft. long section of 24” gravity sewer…
Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried, senator among 11 arrested at abortion protest
Florida Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried and Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book were among about a…
Fences guards and guns in American schools
Dr. Glenn Mollette Eventually every school system in America will have to fence in every school…
McDonald’s offices to close briefly ahead of layoffs: report
A report says McDonald’s has closed its U.S. offices for a few days as the company…