The man had a tattoo with the victim’s name on his forearm, sheriff says A man…
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Hospitals feel the squeeze
Last week, the hospital announced it would be temporarily postponing elective surgeries requiring an overnight stay.…
‘Avoid using the 911 system’ if you can, Polk’s EMS leader urges
Ambulances backing up outside Lakeland Regional as EMS crews are ‘critically stretched.’ A burly man with…
A Lakeland man has been arrested on charges of child abuse and resisting arrest.
On Monday, Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested 29-year-old Jose Luis Garcia of Lakeland for Child…
Florida Board of Education finds Alachua, Broward defied school masks order
The Florida Board of Education voted Tuesday at an emergency meeting to find Alachua and Broward…
Lack of FDEP enforcement why?
DEP continues to carefully monitor weather and site conditions at the Piney Point facility. But refuses…
Six kittens rescued from an MH park
The six kittens rescued from an MH park last week are clamoring for their breakfast this…
Rita’s Ice is coming
Rita’s Ice is coming to Market Square Shopping Center. While an exact opening date is TBA,…
Hot & Humid
Fred continues his movement northward through the Mid-Atlantic states, while Tropical Storm Grace continues tracking westward…
COVID-19 cases in Polk County Schools
Polk County Public Schools is committed to transparency and will provide weekly updates on how COVID-19…
Congratulations Inspector Taylor Riley!
Congratulations Inspector Taylor Riley! Inspector Riley has earned the National Fire Protection Association’s Certified Fire Protection…
Did you Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that The Center for Disease Control recently and incorrectly reported…
The Joinery is hiring porters
Looking for a fun and exciting atmosphere to be a part of? Join our team! We…
Meet the Terrace Grille new Executive Chef, Matt McBrayer
The Terrace Grille has more to introduce than their updated space and new menu. Meet their…
Sens. Scott, Rubio look to end federal unemployment benefits to ‘get Americans back to work’
Florida U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio are aiming to “get Americans back to work,”…
Polk Code Enforcement Changes Coming
If you want to turn in your neighbor for a code enforcement violation and stay anonymous,…
Statement from the Tampa Bay Tornadoes
Dear Fans, A statement was made that was attributed to the Tornadoes that was taken out…
Publix, Trader Joe’s, Walmart will no longer require masks in stores for vaccinated shoppers
Even though the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday said fully vaccinated people don’t have…
Department of Homeland Security issued a National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin
On Friday, the Department of Homeland Security issued a National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin. In it,…
New Publix heading to County Line Road will have new features
A brand new Publix will open this summer at County Line and Pipkin roads with an…
PCU Rescinds Precautionary Boil Water Notice
Polk County Utilities has rescinded the PRECAUTIONARY BOIL WATER NOTICE that was issued on Wednesday due…
Register at Alert Polk for Emergency Notifications
Prepare yourself this hurricane season by signing up to receive emergency notifications from Alert Polk. Communication is…
Celebrating a “Citrus Vacation”
Marina Barrientos, an 8th Grader from Davenport School of the Arts, was honored Wednesday for being…
McDonald’s boosting starting pay to $11-$17 an hour at company-owned restaurants
The fast-food chain announced Thursday it is boosting entry-level pay to a range of $11 to $17 an…
2021 Power Academy Graduates
Congratulations to the 2021 Power Academy Graduates! Lakeland Electric is so proud of Graduates’ accomplishments! Tenoroc…
Mask mandate policy remains for Polk County Public Schools; PCPS to officially vote June 8
The Polk County School Board decided to officially vote on its mask mandate policy on June 8 so the…
CDC Drops Most Mask Rules for the Fully Vaccinated
Exception for crowded places indoors like buses, planes, hospitals, homeless shelters, and jails CDC issued new guidance on…
Hummer catches fire after driver fills up four 5-gallon gas cans
A hummer in Citrus County caught fire on Wednesday morning right after the driver filled up…
DeSantis signs ‘alcohol to-go drinks’ bill
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was in Volusia County Thursday morning to sign a bill that makes…
Look out for exotic lizard running loose in North Lakeland
An uninvited guest is prowling the streets and hiding under the sheds of a north Lakeland…
Attorney General’s Price Gouging Hotline is Activated
@AGAshleyMoody wants you to know that the Attorney General’s Price Gouging Hotline is Activated! Let’s keep…
PCPS is hiring
Teach in Central Florida! Polk County Public Schools is hiring! Join our teacher job fair on…
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is warning by the month’s end, there will be more restrictions for people to qualify for unemployment benefits.
After multiple renewals, Gov. Ron DeSantis’ “work search” waiver will expire May 29, followed by the…
Americans can begin applying for $50 off their monthly internet bill
Americans can begin applying for $50 off their monthly internet bill on Wednesday as part of…
I-4 eastbound off-ramp alert
THIS JUST IN…TONIGHT…Wednesday, May 12 at 11 p.m. to Thursday, May 13 at 5 a.m., Department…
ALERT from the City of Lakeland
Last week the Colonial Pipeline was affected by a cyber-attack that has disrupted their supply/distribution. The…
Rock for Paws Smokepoint
Join the most musical fundraiser of the year! Smokepoint will Rock for Paws to benefit dogs…