A Lakeland nonprofit housing organization is launching a first-of-a-kind program that aims to prevent senior residents from ending…
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Lakeland bakery among semifinalists for James Beard Awards
The semifinalists for this year’s James Beard Awards were announced on Wednesday, and several Florida restaurants…
Avelo Airlines unveils its summer flights from Lakeland International Airport
Avelo Airlines released its summer flight schedule out of Lakeland International Airport on Jan. 20. Travelers can…
Lovers’ Oak: The history behind tree along Lake Morton that’s been around as long as the City of Lakeland
The view of Lake Morton is beautiful no matter where you stand, but there’s one spot…
Fort Meade man facing 16 felony child pornography charges
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said a Fort Meade man is facing 16 felony charges after…
Polk among top five Florida counties with the highest foreclosures
Here is Foreclosure Defense Network’s take on the top five Florida counties with the highest foreclosures.…
K-9 Quilt of Honor presented to Sergeant Skillman and K-9 Mako
Thank you to the Ladies of the Lake Quilters Club of Lakeland for honoring Sergeant Skillman…
Pop-up Pantry tomorrow in South Lakeland
Pop-up Pantry tomorrow in South Lakeland. Dear Lakelanders, we will see you tomorrow at 5 pm…
Former fire chief sues Polk County, alleging racial discrimination
A civil rights lawsuit filed over the summer by an attorney representing former Polk County Fire Chief Hezedean Smith alleges…
Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital Schedules Hiring Event
Orlando Health Watson Clinic and Lakeland Highlands Hospital will hold a hiring event on Saturday, January…
Foodeesfest Taking Over Lakeland Square Mall for Food & Culture Festival
FOODEESFEST is taking over Lakeland Square Mall for a three-day Food & Culture Festival packed with…
A Portion of Chestnut Road in Lakeland Scheduled to Close Jan. 20
A portion of Chestnut Road is scheduled to close at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 20…
Umpire injured, 3 arrested after brawl at baseball tournament in Polk
One person was injured, and three were arrested after a brawl at a travel baseball tournament…
An incredible evening honoring legacy, leadership, and service at the MLK 2nd Annual Gala
By Guy LaLonde An incredible evening honoring legacy, leadership, and service at the MLK 2nd Annual…
Polk County Felony Drug Arrest
A 35-year-old Tampa man was stopped for traveling 61 MPH in a posted 45 MPH zone…
Are Lakeland’s beloved swans at risk?
Yes, Lakeland’s swans are at risk, primarily from the ongoing, widespread bird flu (avian influenza) outbreak, which has…
Rockridge Road Closure Scheduled Jan. 23
Rockridge Road will close to through traffic at U.S. Highway 98 in North Lakeland at 7…
Polk County citrus growers brace for freezing temperatures
As freezing temperatures move in, citrus growers are working to protect their crops from the cold.…
Cold Weather Emergency Update
Cold Weather Emergency Update – Talbot House Ministries of Lakeland and Talbot House Ministries Center for…
Local Motel 6 to Pay $50,000 to Resolve EEOC Disability Discrimination Charge
The charge claimed that the Lakeland, Florida, facility fired an employee because of a disability Hare…
FAILURE TO APPEAR = WARRANT ISSUED
The court doesn’t reschedule itself. Jimmy J. Goodwin missed his court date and now has an…
The Lake Mirror Classic 2026 theme will tie into America’s 250th Anniversary celebration
The Lake Mirror Classic is dedicated to continuing to elevate our events every year. With this…
Florida ‘Sex, Money, Murder’ gang leader faces 5 life sentences after conviction
Florida law enforcement officials held a news conference Monday on an investigation that dates back to…
West Highland Street Roadway Closure Extended to Jan. 16
The West Highland Street closure, originally expected to reopen today, will remain closed for an additional…
Hamilton Road Roadway Closure Scheduled Jan. 13
Hamilton Road will be closed at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 13 for a roadway resurfacing…
Here are the 2025 stats for Polk County Animal Control. These figures come directly from them, as it is public record.
By Street Cat Project of Polk County Here are the 2025 stats for Polk County Animal…
Florida man accused of sexually battering Polk County teen he met online told her ‘I ain’t worried’
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says a West Palm Beach man accused of grooming a 14-year-old girl…
More Local Resturants in Violation
The inspector observed frozen packs of raw cod, salmon cakes, cooked crab, raw salmon, raw mahi-mahi…
Polk County deputies rescue abandoned rabbits in Lakeland field
Residents in the Lakeland neighborhood near Sligh Road and Majestic View Drive reported to deputies that someone dumped…
LAKELAND’S STEPHEN R. SENN HONORED WITH TOBIAS SIMON PRO BONO SERVICE AWARD
Stephen R. Senn is the recipient of the 2026 Tobias Simon Pro Bono Service Award, the…
Come join us in person for the 42nd Annual Camellia Show and Plant Sale hosted by the Lakeland Camellia Society!
Come join us in person for the 42nd Annual Camellia Show and Plant Sale hosted by…
DUI Drive-Thru Gone Wrong at Lakeland 7-Eleven
Just after 3:50 a.m. on January 7, 2026, Lakeland Police responded to a crash at the…
Another sick dog from the Polk County Animal Control
“The German shepherd/husky mix puppy Nicole Odell adopted last year from the Polk County Animal Control…
Have you seen 12-year-old Isaiah McGraw?
Officers are attempting to locate 12-year-old Isaiah McGraw, who left his residence at Cambridge Cove Apartments…