Today’s Lakeland Fire Department has grown to employ 179 personnel operating seven stations, a maintenance facility,…
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Series LFD: Training
The Lakeland Fire Department prides itself on the extent and quality of the training it requires…
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The LakelandPD K9 Team is trying to win an amazing grant being offered by Aftermath. We…
Series LFD: History of the Department
In the beginning… Lakeland officially began as a community in 1885 and in its early days…
Homes for Heroes Circle of Giving
Grants are possible because of the Homes for Heroes Circle of Giving. When heroes buy, sell,…
Is the BLM movement on borrowed time?
By K. WARD CUMMINGS Have you ever visited Monticello, the Virginia home of Thomas Jefferson? Nestled in…
Hollis Garden
Attention Lakelanders – this is not a drill. Hollis Garden has fall-themed photo scenes. Find out…
Kiwanis Cares for Kids Treehouse
One of the many highlights in the Bonnet Springs Park is the Kiwanis Cares for Kids…
Join us in congratulating Assistant Chief Harley James Wilson III on his well-deserved promotion
Join us in congratulating Assistant Chief Harley James Wilson III on his well-deserved promotion! Chief Wilson’s…
Series LFD: Aircraft Rescue Firefighting
The Lakeland Fire Department’s Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting Division (ARFF) provide protection for the Lakeland…
Publix Announces Three Officer Promotions
Today Publix CEO Todd Jones announced three officer promotions, effective Jan. 1, 2022, to support the…
LEGOLAND Pirate River Quest coming in 2022
Journey through the uncharted waters of the legendary Cypress Gardens and discover the secrets protecting its…
Winter Haven Mayor Brad Dantzler officially declared October 15th as LEGOLAND Day
Mayor Brad Dantzler officially declared October 15th as LEGOLAND Day in Winter Haven at the 10th…
Rounding up swans is harder than it looks!
Rounding up swans is harder than it looks! We’re going to leave it to the professionals…
AEROSPACE CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE INTRODUCES INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS
We are excited to announce the ACE SkyLab Innovation Center Collegiate Internship and High School Junior Internship…
Series LFD: Prevention
Preventing fires is just as important as fighting them. At the Lakeland Fire Department, that philosophy…
Lakeland Regional Health Earns Most Wired Status for the Seventh Time
Lakeland Regional Health is one of 2021’s Digital Health Most Wired hospital and health systems, as…
Up Up and Away Florida
We are back! Tickets for Up Up and Away Florida are now on sale! https://upupandawayflorida.com/buy-ticketsEarly bird…
Opening, ticket prices announced for Peppa Pig theme park
A standalone Peppa Pig theme park at the Legoland Florida Resort is set to open on…
Victory Church Fall Festival- ADMISSION $2.00 WHY?
Editorial With the holidays coming up and with the stress of the last two years, gatherings…
Cool Your Jets, the Holiday Fly-In Festival, and Car Show Returns to SUN ‘n FUN!
The Holiday Fly-In Festival and Car Show on December 3rd and 4th will be “plane” fun! The…
Free Smoke Alarms for Those in Need
In the event of a fire, having a working smoke alarm could mean the difference between…
Meet Blaze, the Firefighting Swan
More About Blaze, the Firefighting Swan: Meet Blaze, Lakeland’s very own firefighting swan! Blaze is the…
DAN SIGNOR CANNED TUNA CONCERT SERIES TAKES PLACE ON OCTOBER 22
The first Canned Tuna Concert that was originally scheduled for September 17th was rescheduled to Friday, October 22nd because of inclement…
Polk Theatre hosts ‘The Rocky Horror Picture Show Experience’ again …..
In what has become a Halloween tradition in Polk County, the Polk Theatre is bringing back…
PORTION OF MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE TO CLOSE FOR SEWER CONNECTION
WHO: Summit Consulting Building Contractors WHAT: Road Closure WHY: To make final sewer connection to the new building WHEN: OCTOBER…
WATSON CLINIC RECRUITS HAND SURGERY PROVIDER
Watson Clinic is pleased to welcome a new addition to their Hand Surgery department. Registered nurse…
Jace got to meet the real-life Chase!
Our hearts melted when Jace’s mom posted these photos. You see cute little Jace here loves…
CCDF Hosts “Meet Your Candidates” on October 14th
October 14th 6:30 pm-8:30 pm Calvary Chapel Lakeland 1041 N Davis Avenue Lakeland, Fl 33805 CCDF…
2021 Peace Officers’ Memorial Service Set for October 7
The Fraternal Order of Police Polk County Lodge #46 and the Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial…
Business Voice, Inc. of Greater Lakeland Announces Political Endorsements
Business Voice of Greater Lakeland, Inc. is pleased to announce its most recent endorsements for the City…
LAKELAND MARGARITA BALL 2021
Margarita Ball 2021 Date/Time Saturday, November 20, 2021 8:00pm to Sunday, November 21, 2021 12:00am Location…
Election Team Hits the Road for Registration Deadline
The last day to register to vote for the November 2nd Municipal Election is Monday, October…
Polk Fleet Technician Receives National Honors
Polk County Fleet Technician Christopher Taylor was recently named the winner of the 2021 Best Young…
Dissent Craft Brewing Company – Lakeland Opening
Dissent Craft Brewing posted the following on their Facebook page: THIS IS NOT A DRILL!! We…
Harvest Holler Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch in Polk City
September 17-November 14, 2021 Fri-Sun (hours TBD)950 Tavares Rd., Polk City, FL 33868Cost: $15 ages 13-64,…
Lakeland teen gymnast Nastia Katchalova headed to World Championships
Anastasia “Nastia” Katchalova’s mother jokes that she’s been participating in gymnastics since she was in the womb. Now Katchalova, 16, is preparing for…
Cooking Safety | Part 2
By the Lakeland Fire Department Always cook with caution! But if you happen to find yourself…