Contractors working for the City of Lakeland will begin milling along East Bay Street from North…
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Tarp Donation Drive for Louisiana Hurricane Victims
FHP Troopers are teaming with the Sickles High School ROTC Unit to collect tarps for Hurricane…
Lakeland Regional Health COVID-19 Numbers Update
The information below provides a snapshot of what we are experiencing at the hospital. NUMBERS AT…
Is God mad at you?
Dr. Glenn Mollette We all may have some issues with the past. Past problems, past mistakes,…
POLK COUNTY ROADS & DRAINAGE PROJECT WILL CLOSE A PORTION OF ARIANA STREET
The Polk County Division of Roads & Drainage will start a project on Wednesday, September 29th that…
Cooking Safety | Part 2
By the Lakeland Fire Department Always cook with caution! But if you happen to find yourself…
Volleyball Overpowers Ave Maria
Women’s Volleyball | Box Score Following the first two sets, it looked as if Southeastern and Ave…
Coffee with a Cop Wed, October 6th, from 7 – 10 a.m.
We’re super excited about this year’s #CoffeeWithACop at Stingray Chevrolet Bartow and our brothers & sisters…
Lakeland Fire Chief Doug Riley in Tallahassee
Chief Doug Riley was afforded the opportunity to present to our elected officials in Tallahassee this…
Texas-style ‘heartbeat’ abortion bill filed in Florida
State Rep. Webster Barnaby, R-Deltona, filed a proposal Wednesday that aims to follow Texas’ lead in…
New Florida surgeon general drastically changes COVID -19 rules for school districts
Florida’s newly appointed surgeon general issued a new emergency rule Wednesday that makes drastic changes to…
City commissioners have approved regulations for party pedal vehicles in Downtown Lakeland
Lakeland city commissioners have approved regulations for party pedal vehicles in Downtown Lakeland. Vehicles like the pedal pub have proved to…
PCSO is investigating a hit-and-run
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Unit is investigating a hit-and-run that occurred between 6:25 and…
Florida Tropics re-sign all-star goaltender Hugo Silva
The Florida Tropics have re-signed two-time All Major Arena Soccer League Second Team All-Star goalkeeper Hugo…
Lakeland Chamber Welcomes New Investor Engagement Manager
The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome our new Investor Engagement Manager, Monica DiNicolantonio.…
TRAFFIC ALERT – US 98S and Commerce Point Drive
Lakeland Police are on the scene of a traffic crash with serious injuries near US 98…
2 Killed, 1 Critically Injured In Car Crash On I-4: Troopers
The Florida Highway Patrol has not been able to identify the driver of the car. The…
Tampa Bay Carjacking Event September 21, 2021
On September 21, 2021, at 7:30 am, the Florida Highway Patrol responded to a call of…
Can You Help Identify a Suspect in a Felony Theft Case?
This repeat thief really likes plants at a particular residence on Hunter Street in the Dixieland…
Ron DeSantis Hires New Surgeon General Who’s Anti-Vaxx and Anti-Mask
By the Florida Democratic Party Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced Dr. Joseph Ladapo as Florida’s newest…
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo as Florida Surgeon General
Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo, MD, PhD, as Florida…
Brandon Rafool to serve as Judge on Polk County Court selected by Gov. DeSantis
Brandon Rafool will serve as Judge on the Polk County Court, Governor Ron DeSantis said in…
Cooking Safety | Part 1
By the Lakeland Fire Department Cooking doesn’t normally present a lot of danger, but you still…
Can You Help Identify?
On Friday, September 17, 2021, the subject pictured attempted to rob the SunTrust bank on North…
Congrats, Fire Chief Riley
FFCA President and Lakeland Fire Chief, Doug Riley, was recognized by Governor Ron DeSantis today at…
Weather 9/21
Area Forecast Discussion National Weather Service Tampa Bay Ruskin FL 947 AM EDT Tue Sep 21…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that thousands of Haitians continue to flood our U.S. Southern…
Lakeland Chamber of Commerce Holds Successful ATHENA Awards Program
The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce held a successful ATHENA Awards Program at the RP Funding Center…
CSX RAILROAD CROSSING REPAIRS WILL TAKE PLACE AT COUNTY LINE ROAD & US92
The City of Lakeland is starting a project that includes CSX railroad crossing repairs and a…
Polk Fire Rescue promotions
Polk Fire Rescue promoted several members to the rank of captain during a ceremony Friday, Sept.…
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance from anyone who might recognize this guy
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance from anyone who might recognize this guy.…
Political consultant Roger Stone was in town
Political consultant Roger Stone talked to the crowd of nearly 200 people at the rally supporting…
Focus on what you do
Dr. Glenn Mollette If you want a friend be a friend. There is never a guarantee. However,…
Cry Macho – Movie Review
By Bob Garver Like last weekend, this weekend at the box office was underwhelming, especially…
The Hispanic Heritage Traveling Video Series Initiative
Every year The Puerto Rican Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Polk County initiates a new program…
Who is that pretty girl?!
Meet Dani, an adorable 5 month-old calico/brown tabby mix with a precious, pink nose. Her coat…
Polk County teens arrested after taking part in ‘devious lick’ TikTok challenge, sheriff says
Teenagers who are caught damaging or stealing school property as part of a TikTok trend will…
MASL 2019-20 DEFENDER OF YEAR DREW RUGGLES RESIGNS WITH FLORIDA TROPICS ON FIVE-YEAR DEAL
The Major Arena Soccer League’s 2019-20 Defender-of-the-Year will be calling Florida home for the next five…