Polk County Commissioners, County and Emergency Management officials gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the completion…
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CSX CORPORATION WILL CLOSE A NUMBER OF LAKELAND AREA RAILROAD CROSSINGS FOR REPAIR STARTING MONDAY, AUGUST 4TH
Beginning Monday, August 4, 2025, CSX will initiate critical infrastructure improvements at multiple railroad crossings throughout…
Lakeland ranked in the top 10 of boomtowns in the U.S.
A new study ranks Lakeland as one of the biggest boomtowns in the United States. Peter…
Jim McFarland received the top honor at the Shoe Service Institute
Jim McFarland received the top honor at the Shoe Service Institute of America (SSIA) Western Boot…
Polk County Fire Rescue was dispatched to a Residential Fire
Polk County Fire Rescue was dispatched to a Residential Fire at 8:57 PM IN Station 6’s…
Century-old Lakeland landmark was saved by developer from a certain date with a wrecking ball
A century-old Lakeland building that’s fallen into trouble times is being granted a stay of execution:…
Community Cat Crisis – The Polk County Commissioners’ Response? Silence
Robert Weedon, DVM, MPH, brings over 40 years of veterinary expertise—25 of those dedicated to humane,…
Lakeland Swan-Snatching Suspect Skips Court and Warrant Issued
Alfredo Casanova, previously arrested for stealing black swans and their eggs, is now a “Warrant of…
Lakeland detective arrested after falsely reporting a crime
A detective with the Lakeland Police Department was arrested on Friday after Polk deputies said he…
Dixieland Book Shop Opened This Morning
Inklings Book Shoppe, formerly located downtown, opens this morning in its new location in Dixieland, at…
Mulberry Man Nabbed In Lakeland After Half-Dozen Probation Violations
Fugitive Apprehended by Polk County Sheriff’s Deputy on South Combee Road Forty-six-year-old Michael Gutierrez of Mulberry…
POSTPONED – CSX WILL CLOSE NORTH FLORIDA AVENUE RAILROAD CROSSING JULY 19 – JULY 22
The city of Lakeland announced on Instagram that the closure of the North Florida Avenue railroad…
TOGETHER, WE CRUSHED IT!
Thank YOU to our incredible community—this year’s 7 Days of Giving campaign was the biggest yet!…
‘He needs to be locked away:’ Grady Judd on arrest of former coach accused of sexual battery on young gymnast
A former gymnastics coach in Lakeland is under arrest after the Polk County Sheriff’s Office said he admitted…
GOOD TROUBLE LIVES ON: Lakeland, Polk County, Florida has been canceled due to weather.
GOOD TROUBLE LIVES ON: Lakeland, Polk County, Florida has been canceled due to weather. Due to a…
‘It’s so cool’: Polk students get hands-on experience at Lakeland Regional Health
High school students in Polk County are spending their summer learning about trauma, nuclear medicine and…
Lakeland Police Department Dive Team were recently certified
Recently, six members of the Lakeland Police Department Dive Team were certified in the areas of…
Polk County animal activists demand urgent action on the pet overpopulation crisis
Animal activists in Polk County are once again meeting with commissioners to push for change and address the county’s…
CSX CORPORATION WILL CLOSE NORTH FLORIDA AVENUE AT THE RAILROAD CROSSING FOR CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS
Beginning Saturday, July 19 at 4:00 a.m., CSX will temporarily close the North Florida Avenue (FL-37) railroad crossing,…
Sergeant Bowling and his K-9 partner, Drax, stopped by Virginia’s Best Summer Camp for a special visit!
This camp focuses on connection, growth, and hands-on learning, giving kids a chance to build academic…
Avelo Airlines extends bookings to February, but 4 Lakeland routes take a break this fall
As Avelo Airlines has extended its Central Florida flight schedule through mid-February 2026, Lakeland travelers might have a…
CAN YOU HELP IDENTIFY THIS PERSON?
LakelandPD Detectives are attempting to identify the suspect show in this surveillance video. A victim’s car…
Polk group calls for action after new data reveals teen gun possession
In a new study, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) reports that 6% of Florida teens…
Activists will yet again ask commissioners for change at Polk County Animal Control
Activists plan to attend the commission meeting on Tuesday, July 15, at 9 a.m. Animal activists…
Julie Townsend (LDDA) receives letter from Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier over Free Speech at the Farmers Market
“AG James Uthmeier sent out a SCATHING warning to Julie Townsend and Downtown Lakeland after trying…
18-year-old killed in Lakeland after motorcycle-SUV crash
A man is dead after a two-vehicle crash in Lakeland on Thursday evening. The Polk County…
New pilot project turns Lake Bonnet’s algae into biofuel
New cutting-edge technology is helping clean up one of Lakeland’s most polluted lakes. The city teamed…
Repurposing hotels, pop-up markets: Lakeland reveals strategies to revitalize Memorial Boulevard
The City of Lakeland is sharing its vision of how to transform a long-time-neglected corridor into a vibrant…
Shooting Reported on Kettles Avenue
A woman was injured in a shooting that occurred just before 3:30 p.m. Wednesday in the…
AX-Caliber Axe Venue & Coffee House Closing
With a broken-heart emoji, Ax-Caliber, the Lakeland restaurant that allowed patrons to throw axes among other activities, announced…
The Great Purpling of Lakeland
Streetlights in Lakeland are turning purple. Is it just a fluke — or a warning of…
Lakeland commissioners approve plans for 30 midtown townhomes despite concerns about density and traffic
Lakeland commissioners have given the green light to plans to build 30 townhomes on one midtown…
Polk County, Florida Animal Control stats from January through June, 2025
The numbers speak for themselves. 2,552 animals were killed. 647 dogs, 1652 cats, and 253 others.…
City of Lakeland Selects RMA to Revitalize Midtown CRA with Comprehensive Redevelopment Plan Update
RMA (rma.us.com) a leading economic development firm, has been awarded a contract by the City of…
Lakeland Regional Health Awarded American Heart Association Stroke Gold Plus
Lakeland Regional Health is nationally recognized for its commitment to providing high-quality stroke care The American Heart…
Lakeland Vandalism Leads To Capture of Georgia Fugitive behind Dumpster
Suspect Found Hiding behind Dumpster, Wanted on Felony Warrant for Burglary and Theft History A Georgia…
Lakeland man arrested for attacking a bicyclist and stealing the bike
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Lakeland man for a robbery that occurred early Sunday…
Lakeland man threatens roommate, then attacks deputy
A Lakeland man was arrested on Saturday, June 28, 2025, after threatening to cut a roommate…
Summer StoryTime at the Florida Air Museum Continues!
Did you know that every Monday and Tuesday at 10:00 AM throughout the summer you can…