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Memorial service set Polk County sheriff’s deputy who died of COVID-19
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said a memorial service for Deputy Christopher Broadhead will be held in…
Clear The Shelters
Every Saturday through September 18 PCAC will offer free adoptions, as part of #cleartheshelters. Every adoption…
“As a risk manager, I said yes to the vaccine.” – Grady Judd, Sheriff
I keep getting asked if I’ve gotten the COVID-19 vaccination. I tell them it was an…
Lakeland Regional Health COVID-19 Numbers Update
As has been reported, COVID-19 cases have risen in our area, and the number of people…
Emergency Repairs Close Fish Hatchery Road in the Combee Area
Emergency repairs to correct damage to Fish Hatchery Road from a telecom boring project have closed…
Water Main Upgrades to Change Christina Boulevard Traffic Patterns Beginning August 30
Polk County Utilities will be upgrading water mains on Christina Boulevard in Southwest Lakeland beginning Monday,…
Lakeland Electric will lay off about 26 employees
Lakeland Electric will let go of approximately 26 employees this week. It’s thought to be the utility’s first…
Polk School Board Takes No Action on the Mask Issue
The masks remain optional in Polk county public schools. Polk School Board members heard passionate debate…
Polk Residents Should be Cautious of Water Mailers
Water mailers advertising a free water inspection have been sent to Polk County residents and they…
LFD took delivery of its newest fire truck today
Lakeland Fire has some exciting news to share … LFD took delivery of its newest fire…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
2021 Margarita Ball
The Lakeland Margarita Society is proud to announce that the 34th annual Margarita Ball is back! The…
Walk-On’s Sports Bistreaux Review
Written by Sandra Hayes Raulerson Went to Walk On’s today. I’ve been a few times now…
PCU Flushing Central Region Water Mains Overnight
Polk County Utilities (PCU) will be conducting a coordinated, thorough water main flushing in the Central…
Just Between Friends of Lakeland
The Nation’s Leading Children’s & Maternity Consignment Event @ The RP Funding Center in Lakeland. Visit…
The RP Funding Center is ready to entertain you!
Check out our 2021-2022 season of shows. Single tickets go on sale today for most of…
Swan refurbished
We are excited about the new Polk Tax Collector’s Swan and are grateful to Joe Tedder…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that there appears to be an uptick of violent threats…
Disney to mandate COVID-19 vaccination for employees after talks with union workers
Walt Disney World employees are now required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to…
2021 Brotherhood Ride Stops In Lakeland to Honor Fallen Officers Ken Foley and Paul Dunn
Yesterday we were honored when the riders of the 2021 Brotherhood Ride stopped in Lakeland to…
PAW Patrol: The Movie – Review
By Bob Garver The animated “PAW Patrol” franchise doesn’t have the “for all ages” appeal…
Missing Person – Silver Alert
UPDATE: She was just found safe and is with the road Rangers in Tampa Please share…
Sheriff Grady Judd says Nearly 50 Polk County deputies have COVID-19 and 4 are now hospitalized
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is facing COVID-19 at work and at home. He said that…
Lakeland Regional Health COVID-19 Numbers Update
As has been reported, COVID-19 cases have risen in our area, and the number of people…
PCSO mourns the loss of Deputy Sheriff Christopher Broadhead
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we inform you about the line-of-duty death…
Cloudy Start To Our Day
Written by Omar González Overcast skies to start the day. Afternoon highs are forecasted to reach…
2021 Lakeland Municipal Election Candidates and Dates
General: November 2, 2021, | Run-Off Election: December 7, 2021 Commissioner Seats Up for Election:District C:…
Stop the Mandate on Healthcare Professionals petition has reached over 1500 signatures
Their petition states: Healthcare providers have a responsibility to practice the ethical principle of patient autonomy.…
Azteca D’Oro by Lakeside Village Review
By Diane Maldonado Went to Azteca D’Oro by Lakeside village for the first time today, and…
Polk School Board Vice-Chair Kay Field is asking for a 30-day mask requirement
With rising public concern about school safety as COVID numbers increase in Polk County, Polk School…
Polk EMS is critically strained; asking not to call 911 for non-emergencies
Ambulances backed up outside of Lakeland Regional’s ER could be seen multiple times earlier this week.…
Southeastern Mourns the Loss of Torrence Sumerlin
Fire Athletics mourns the loss of former SEU baseball player Torrence Sumerlin. He passed away Friday…
Gov. Ron DeSantis came to Lakeland on Saturday morning to announce the opening of a monoclonal antibody clinic in Polk County
The clinic is set up at Lakes Church, 1010 E. Memorial Blvd., and will be open…
Main St. streetscape expansion
The first phase of the Main St. streetscape expansion appears to be nearing the finish line…
Hurricane Hunters
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) WP-3D Orions and Gulfstream IV-SP flew their last mission on…
Tampa’s Doctors of the Year: Dr. Prowler
Lakeland Regional Health’s very own Dr. Vanessa L. Prowler has been named one of Tampa’s Doctors…
On Point: Polk News Beat – August 20, 2021
This week’s topics: • Polk Fire Chief Speaks About 9-1-1 Usage• Florida Southern College COVID-19 Approach…