That quote speaks right to the heart of the intense debate playing out at City Hall…
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‘Cat scratch fever’: Florida man arrested after exposing himself to DoorDash driver
That sounds like a classic Grady Judd-ism fresh off the press. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office…
Data centers already have no place in Lakeland’s codes
According to Lakeland’s Land Development Code (LDC), data centers are not listed as a permitted use…
Say hello to the sweetest little firecrackers you’ve ever seen!
By Lakeland Regional Health Say hello to the sweetest little firecrackers you’ve ever seen! As America…
The T. Mims Corp. Red, White & Kaboom festival at Lake Mirror took place last night, Friday, July 3, 2026
The T. Mims Corp. Red, White & Kaboom festival at Lake Mirror took place last night,…
Ultralight plane crash-lands in Mulberry
An ultralight aircraft made an emergency landing directly on State Road 60 in Mulberry (Polk County)…
1000’s of gallons of raw sewage run down the ditch on 98 north
City of Lakeland is letting raw sewage run down the ditch on 98 north. July 3,…
Mystery Mailers Spark New Questions About Lake Miriam Apartments?
The local buzz is true: anonymous postcards claiming “Lake Miriam Apartments back for another round” have…
Lakeland Commissioners set July 6 public hearing on data center moratorium
The upcoming public hearing scheduled for Monday, July 6, at 9:00 AM at City Hall marks…
Will rain disrupt Lakeland fireworks shows? What to expect
It looks like typical Florida summer weather is trying to crash the party, but it shouldn’t…
DeSantis Vetoes Three of Lakeland’s Four Budget Requests
Governor Ron DeSantis signed the state’s $117.6 billion budget for the 2026–27 fiscal year, slashing nearly…
Lakeland man gets 30 years on gun charges tied to fatal 2020 shooting
The headline refers to the high-profile case of Taqiy Lewis, a 27-year-old Lakeland man who pleaded…
PCSO arrests Lakeland man who fled from a crash with an ambulance
An ambulance transporting a patient was involved in a crash on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, and…
Polk County opens $16 million fire rescue training center amid rapid growth
This is a massive milestone for Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR). For years, the department—one of…
City of Lakeland Releases Proposed Data Center Moratorium Ordinance
The City of Lakeland officially published its proposed 12-month temporary moratorium ordinance on data centers and…
Tom Ingui, First Presbyterian Church of Lakeland, organist, has released his first studio album on his personal YouTube page
Tom Ingui, FPC organist, has released his first studio album on his personal YouTube page (link…
Lakeland police urge ‘Red, White, and Kaboom’ visitors to prepare for extreme heat
That warning from the Lakeland Police Department isn’t something to take lightly, especially given how intense…
FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION
On Sunday, June 28, 2026, at approximately 12:37 a.m., officers responded to a traffic crash involving…
A South Polk County Jail nurse has been arrested
A contracted nurse who worked at the South County Jail in Polk County was arrested on…
A Portion of West Christina Boulevard in Lakeland is Scheduled to Close June 29 for Roadway Reconstruction
A portion of the westbound lane on West Christina Boulevard in Lakeland is scheduled to close…
Fireworks green light comes as drought still grips 80% of Florida
That headline captures exactly why so many fire officials are holding their breath right now. Florida…
Two Lakeland restaurants were temporarily closed during May inspections
Xing Xing Kitchen, located at 3131 N Hwy 98, Lakeland, received an emergency order recommendation on…
$35 Cat Spay & Neuter Special!
Starting tomorrow through July 8 — or while funding lasts — all cats, including community and…
Emma Armstrong, Harrison Musical Theatre alumna, has been honored as Best Vocalist at the 2026 Jimmy Awards in NYC
Emma Armstrong, Harrison Musical Theatre alumna (Class of 2026), has been honored as Best Vocalist at…
Lakeland man arrested during child pornography investigation
On June 23, 2026, PCSO Cyber Crimes detectives arrested 29-year-old Wesley Hulin of Lakeland and charged…
PCSO Vice Unit arrests two in massage parlor operation
On Monday, June 22, 2026, undercover detectives from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Vice Unit conducted…
Avelo Airlines Announces New Nonstop Service from Lakeland to Aguadilla, Puerto Rico
Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) and Avelo Airlines announced today the launch of new nonstop service between…
LGBT Crowd Cheers as Police Remove Street Preacher from Lakeland Pride Event
A chaotic scene unfolded last week during a Pride event in Lakeland. A man who attended the…
T. Mims Corp. Red, White and Kaboom Returns July 3 to Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
As America celebrates its 250th Anniversary, the City of Lakeland invites residents and visitors to gather for…
FREE Child Gun Safety Locks
FREE Child Gun Safety Locks Available Upon Request To receive a free gun safety lock, simply…
SPCA Florida Important Adoption Update
One of the cats in our care became ill. While the cat was Panleuk NEGATIVE, SPCA…
**EBT Spay & Neuter Discounts Available While Funding Lasts!**
The Humane Society of Polk County is proud to offer reduced-cost spay and neuter services for…
Everyone knows Grady Judd oversees the animal control system in Polk County
Everyone knows Grady Judd oversees an animal control system that, based on publicly available data, has…
DUAL LAKELAND LAUNCH: FEASTS OF PERSIA HUMMUS SOON AVAILABLE AT VEGETATION AND KRAZY KOMBUCHA
Feasts of Persia, the Lakeland-based Mediterranean and Fusion hummus brand behind the Fuel Our Power fitness…
Lakeland family donates ICU bags after losing daughter in car crash
A Polk County family honored a young woman’s life by giving back on her birthday. Victoria…
How many people live in subsidized housing in Polk County, FL?
In 2025, about 9,400 people lived in subsidized housing in Polk County, FL. This was equivalent…
Roller Derby Info Night at Swan Brewing in Lakeland! Stop by anytime, 6:30-8:30 PM on Monday, June 29th
Roller Derby Info Night at Swan Brewing in Lakeland! Stop by anytime 6:30-8:30 PM on Monday,…
Stray Cat Escapes Shelter, Walks Home
In Lakeland, Florida, a stray cat named George stunned locals after pulling off a daring escape…
Polk rejects Trap-Neuter-Vaccinate-Return, many neighboring counties don’t
It is a major point of frustration for local animal advocates. While Polk County maintains a…