The FAA conducts annual inspections to ensure airport fire crews meet strict federal standards for training,…
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More than 45,000 animals have been euthanized at Polk County Animal Control since 2018
This graphic reflects publicly reported shelter intake and outcome data showing that more than 45,000 animals…
Mike Hickman and his wife, a couple from Lakeland, Florida, are finally safe after a week of being stranded in Dubai
That’s a harrowing story—especially the part about the drone strike hitting the exact spot where they…
FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION
On Monday, March 2, 2026, at approximately 10:45 p.m., officers responded to a traffic crash in…
A Full-Circle Kiwanis Moment for Lakeland
Almost 25 years ago, Kiwanis stepped forward and provided the equipment for the very first playground…
4 Arrested for Stealing Thousands from local store
On January 12, 2026, at approximately 2:35 p.m., Officers were called to the Ulta store in…
Polk County Fire Rescue Responds to Fatal Fire in Lakeland
Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) crews responded to a fatal fire off Ralph Road in Lakeland…
The push for Talbot House Ministries to move its campus has reached a critical stage
The push for Talbot House Ministries to move its campus has reached a critical stage. Following…
That is fantastic news! A huge congratulations to Sergeant Chad Mumbauer. Being inducted into the Lake Gibson Hall of Fame
That is fantastic news! A huge congratulations to Sergeant Chad Mumbauer. Being inducted into a Hall…
Coffee with a Cop Photos
Starbucks at Lakeside Village hosted our LakelandPD team for Coffee with a Cop!!
Tragic news out of Lakeland. A fatal mobile home fire occurred on Sunday night, March 1, 2026, resulting in the death of one resident.
Tragic news out of Lakeland. A fatal mobile home fire occurred on Sunday night, March 1,…
If you’re a Lakeland Electric customer, you might want to brace your budget. The Lakeland City Commission approved a significant hike.
If you’re a Lakeland Electric customer, you might want to brace your budget. In a vote…
A 55-year-old woman, Cresenciana Mazinis, was arrested in Polk County, Florida, following a violent hit-and-run crash on Sunday evening
A 55-year-old woman, Cresenciana Mazinis, was arrested in Polk County, Florida, following a violent hit-and-run crash…
The criticism surrounding Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd regarding protests in Minnesota
The criticism surrounding Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd regarding protests in Minnesota—specifically following the 2020 death…
Avelo Airlines using Lakeland as a hub extends 10-city route network
Avelo Airlines announced plans Wednesday to extend its flight schedule in multiple parts of Florida, including…
Package Flagged In New York From India Leads to Arrest of Unlicensed Lakeland ‘Vet’
A Lakeland woman is behind bars after federal agents intercepted a shipment of veterinary sedatives from…
USPS Opens Sorting and Delivery Center in Lakeland, Florida Showcases Updated Operations and Modern Workplace Enhancements
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) today hosted a tour of its new Sorting and Delivery Center…
Four Polk County Commissioners use Polk sheriff’s airplane for Tallahassee flights
A trip by four Polk County commissioners to Tallahassee on the sheriff’s aircraft for annual meetings with state legislators was called out for costing too much by a former K-9 sheriff’s…
Eliminate unwarranted euthanasia at Polk County Animal Control Sign the Petition
By Polk No Kill Coalition Inc The Issue …… Sadly, Polk County has the worst statistics…
EXCEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY AND PRESCHOOL is being sued for negligence
MEAGAN MOSER and JONATHAN MOSER, as Parents and natural guardians of J.A.M., a minor, are suing…
Polk School Board approves contract giving 2% raises to employees
The Polk County School Board has ratified an agreement with an employee union that will provide…
No Kings Rally and March hosted by Indivisible Polk (indivisiblepolk.com) Saturday, Mar 28, 2026, 2:00 – 4:00 PM
NO KINGS is a nonviolent national day of action and mass mobilization in response to the…
Heads up! Models bring smoke from the wildfire to central Florida by Wednesday
Heads up! Models bring smoke from the wildfire in the Big Cypress National Preserve northward into…
How long does it take to sell a house in Lakeland in 2026?
Selling a house has become a difficult task in many cities across the U.S. Years of strained affordability…
HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION UPDATE
An arrest warrant has been issued for Janard Dominic Childs, 34, of Lakeland, in connection with…
Polk County Celebrates the Holloway Family Trail Ribbon Cutting
Polk County officials and project partners gathered Tuesday, Feb. 24, for a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the…
Significant Amount of Rocks Spilled on Road Causing Lakeland Traffic Problem
A “significant amount of rocks” spilled on a Central Florida road, causing a Lakeland traffic problem.…
LDDA supports Talbot House’s move to Memorial Boulevard
Talbot House Ministries’ controversial plans to relocate its facilities to East Memorial Boulevard may have gained…
Homicide Investigation
Detectives with the Lakeland Police Department are investigating a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning at Jade Fox…
The 1000 Miglia Experience arrived at Lake Mirror today!
This one-of-a-kind car show that began in Italy 97 years ago, has made an exciting stop…
Lakeland Pancake Festival Photos
by Elrod Images “Flipping for Charities” – Annual Kiwanis Pancake Festival Flipping For Charities is our annual…
Lakeland woman charged with stealing thousands in jewelry
A 31-year-old woman from Lakeland has been arrested in connection with the theft of over $12,000…
Lakeland H.S. and Harrison students take to the streets in protesting ICE
Their chants competed with traffic noise on Bartow Road, carried across Lake Mirror, and reverberated around…
Stop the Development of the Government Building in Kathleen
By Amanda Anderson an online petition The Issue Save Historic North Kathleen and Protect Our Community…
PUBLIX LIMITED-EDITION ICE CREAM:
The first batch of Publix limited-edition ice cream flavors of 2026 are on the shelves Publix…
New Moffitt Cancer Center. Construction begins in 2027 and is planned to open in 2029
New Moffitt Cancer Center. Construction begins in 2027 and is planned to open in 2029.
𝗥𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗞 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗧𝗬, 𝗙𝗟 — 𝗦𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗙𝗙 𝗚𝗥𝗔𝗗𝗬 𝗝𝗨𝗗𝗗’𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗗𝗘𝗣𝗨𝗧𝗬 𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗔𝗞𝗦 𝗢𝗨𝗧
A retired deputy from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office went to the podium and said what…
Lakeland hit with more job cuts as tech company lays off 98
A global technology company is laying off nearly 100 employees in Lakeland. HCLTech, based in India,…
Receipts Don’t Lie: Florida Publix & Walmart Caught Fudging the Scales on Meat, Cheese & More
Receipts Don’t Lie, But Apparently Publix & Walmart Do: How Publix & Walmart Stores Are Stealing…
Overflowing Garbage at a Lakeland Apartment Complex
The Preserve at Lakeland Hills Apartments has a little issue called Garbage….. LCE26-00189 — hearing is…
Planned Parenthood will close Lakeland clinic, end Polk County presence
Planned Parenthood is ending its presence in Polk County after more than 50 years, part of…