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8-foot gator seeks shelter on man’s doorstep as hurricane nears Florida
Floridians are accustomed to hurricanes and alligators, but one homeowner faced both at once when an 8-foot…
Florida law affecting homelessness starts Oct. 1
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks before signing the HB 1365 bill “to keep Florida’s streets safe”…
The Lakeland-based Hurricane Hunters had a bit of a scare as they flew through the storm Thursday afternoon
The Lakeland-based Hurricane Hunters – part of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration – had a…
NPA Lakeland Welcomes New General Operations Manager
Nick Burchell, with extensive experience in the powersports and marine industries, aims to elevate NPA Lakeland’s…
Hurricane Helene, Polk County Wrap Up
It’s safe to say that Polk County got lucky with Hurricane Helene, avoiding much of the…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH
THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED TORNADO WATCH 686 UNTIL6 AM EDT FRIDAY WHICH REPLACES A…
Video from inside Hurricane Helene
Video by NOAA NOAA Hurricane Hunters Fly out of Lakeland International Airport As Hurricane Helene barrels towards the…
Polk Clerk of Courts Closed Thursday
From Press Release: Polk Clerk of Courts The Clerk’s office is closed on Thursday, Sept. 26,…
Citrus Connection to Suspend Thursday Service Due to Hurricane Helene
Due to the potential effects of Tropical Storm Helene, Citrus Connection will suspend all transit service…
Voter Registration Deadline Quickly Approaching
Polk County residents who wish to register to vote in the November 5th General Election must do…
Polk County residents in flood-prone areas pick up sandbags ahead of Helene
Sandbag sites will be open again Wednesday as Polk County residents brace for heavy rain and winds…
FDOT PROJECT ON STATE ROAD 33 WILL START OCTOBER 7, 2024 LAKELAND HILLS BOULEVARD COMPLETE STREETS
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will begin construction on State Road 33 (Lakeland Hills Boulevard)…
Lakeland police opens applications for certified officers
Lakeland police leaders have long said they need more officers to keep up with growth. On…
Sad statistics from Polk County Animal Control
The sad statistics from Polk County Animal Control continue to prove that those running the “shelter”…
1 dead and 4 hospitalized after head-on crash in Lakeland
One person died at the scene of a crash on Saturday night, according to officials. The…
Some residents in Lakeland concerned about traffic from new hospital project
Earlier this week the city of Lakeland approved the construction of a 400-bed hospital off Harden…
Teenager will charged as adult in fatal stabbing of his mother
The teenager who is 17-year-old will be prosecuted as an adult on charges of fatally stabbing…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
Greater Lakeland – Premiere Episode
In this premiere episode of Greater Lakeland, explore the rich history of Florida Southern College’s iconic…
Bojangles chain is coming to Polk County
Bojangles restaurant is expected to break ground in Haines City very soon, thought to be the chain’s…
Lakeland Regional Health and Ruthven Family Honor Dr. James Melton with Emergency Department Lobby Renovation
Lakeland Regional Health worked closely with Greg and Kim Ruthven to honor long-time and well-known emergency…
24 Polk County students have been arrested for written threats since the start of the 2024 school year
Since the start of the 2024-2025 school year in Polk County, 24 students have been arrested for…
EMERGENCY SEWER REPAIR – 140 LAKE MORTON DRIVE
WHO: City of Lakeland Wastewater Division WHAT: Emergency Sewer Repair WHEN: Thursday, September 19, 2024 –…
Polk County Animal Services is still out of control
Natalie Scott took this picture from the stray holding room. Then I got yelled at, said…
Florida Strawberry Festival announces 2025 theme
The stage is set for the 2025 Florida Strawberry Festival. Event organizers say the theme for the 90th…
Polk County passes a nearly $3 billion budget for 2024-25 with increases in property taxes, fire and trash fees
The nearly $3 billion Polk County spending plan that passed on Monday will raise property taxes and eliminate…
𝗣𝗜𝗖𝗞𝗟𝗘𝗕𝗔𝗟𝗟 𝗣𝗜𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘 𝗔𝗥𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗧
On September 6, 2024, the victim had his cell phone and wallet stolen while playing pickleball…
Polk County Commission approves much higher fees for new construction
A super majority was needed to go beyond state limits; nearly $20K in new fees could…
PCSO: Operation Drive-By Bye nets 19 suspected members of five gangs
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives from the Gang, Homicide, and Robbery units have arrested 19 Polk County…
A New Lakeland series premieres this Thursday at 8:30 pm
A New Lakeland series premieres this Thursday at 8:30 pm and streaming at wedu.org/greater. A new…
How many red-light camera tickets did the City of Lakeland issue last year?
Starting July 1, a new state statute requires all cities and counties throughout Florida that operate…
Invoice Scam Warning
Recently the Community and Economic Development Department became aware of a new scam after several of…
Lakeland City Commissioners approved zoning changes for AdventHealth Hospital
During their Monday, Sept. 16 meeting, Lakeland City Commissioners approved zoning changes that will allow AdventHealth to construct…
Mother Gives Birth In PCSO Parking Lot
A woman gave birth to a baby girl in the parking lot of the Polk County…
Water and Wastewater Rates Set to Increase for Lakelanders
Starting Oct 1, fees for the city of Lakeland water utility service will rise under new…
Lakeland business owner indicted for wire fraud in COVID-19 relief scheme
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announced the indictment of Jeanty Cherilus, a 54-year-old from Lakeland,…
State awards Lakeland $75,000 grant to study how to improve the economic development of Memorial Boulevard
Potential improvements may be on the way for a main thoroughfare in Lakeland. This comes as…
Florida man arrested after falling out of boat, giving false name to deputies
An Auburndale man was arrested after giving a false name to deputies after falling out of…