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ADAM LUNN PROMOTED TO LAKELAND LINDER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT’S ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
The City of Lakeland is pleased to announce Adam Lunn as Assistant Director of Lakeland Linder…
Nearly 6000 have signed the petition demanding Lakeland Electric make utility prices more affordable
After a summer of high temperatures and high electric bills, thousands of people are demanding more…
FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION
On Wednesday, September 21, 2022, at approximately 8:39 a.m., officers responded to a traffic crash near…
Polk County Fire Rescue offering bonuses to fill urgent vacancies
Staffing shortages and the impact they have had on the nation have become major issues for…
Locally Owned and Operated Ramen Restaurant to Debut in Lakeland
My Ramen, a locally owned and operated ramen restaurant, will soon make its debut at 3121 US…
I-4 EB reopens after multi-vehicle crash in Polk County; WB lanes still closed
Drivers in Polk County saw major delays Thursday morning after a multi-vehicle crash involving a semi…
Polk Parkway booths going cash-free on Friday
Starting Friday, there is no reason to carry cash when driving on the Polk Parkway. Florida’s Turnpike…
Lakeland officials have set a new timeline to interview Phillip Walker’s replacement
Lakeland officials have set a new path moving forward to choose the interim commissioner for the…
Polk School Bus Crash
Vehicle 1, a Polk County School bus, was traveling eastbound on Holly Hill Cut-Off Road. Vehicle…
HALLSTRAND NAMED DIRECTOR LAKELAND LINDER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse has named Kris Hallstrand Director of Lakeland Linder International Airport, effective Sunday,…
PCPS Evaluating Kona Ice Partnerships Following Recent Arrest of a Franchisee Owner
Polk County Public Schools has been notified of a criminal incident involving a business that has…
Traffic blocked after train vs semi-truck crash in Lakeland
A semi-truck collided with a train in Lakeland early Sunday morning, according to Polk Fire Rescue.…
Florida’s minimum wage is set to rise to $11 an hour
Despite solid job opportunities and low unemployment, inflation has affected the costs of living and caused…
Lakeland Kona Ice Owner Among Three Men Arrested On Human Trafficking Charges
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested three men for Human Trafficking after a week-long undercover…
Have you seen Bailey Murphy or Anthony Wilcox?
UPDATE: Both Bailey and Anthony are safe and back at home. Thank you to everyone who…
N. Galloway Road at Sleepy Hill Road Roundabout Project Keeps Intersection Closed for Another Week
The intersection of N. Galloway Road and Sleepy Hill Road will remain closed for another week…
Street Cafe … Lakeland’s first Egyptian restaurant
Street Cafe, Lakeland’s first Egyptian restaurant, has now opened at 1023 E. County Rd. 540A. Try…
Southwest Middle School
Today we celebrated the beginning of a new era at Southwest Middle. Officials gathered to break…
4 Rivers Smokehouse breaking ground in Lakeland
Award-winning 4 Rivers Smokehouse announces plans to open its 15th restaurant at The Shoppes at Lake Miriam…
Thirteen suspects were arrested during an undercover operation focusing on the online solicitation of minors
Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested 13 men during a week-long undercover operation “Operation Cyber Guardian…
City Attorney Palmer Davis tells Commissioner Phillip Walker he is NOT qualified to run
Walker sent an email to City Attorney Palmer Davis asking that his name be removed from…
911 caller claims active shooter that triggered a massive response Ford’s Garage Restaurant
Just before the dinner rush on Monday, Steve Holm’s restaurant in north Lakeland was suddenly and…
Off-Duty Polk County Firefighter Saves Suspected I-4 Overpass Jumper
On Sunday, Sept. 11 at 9:20 a.m., off-duty Polk County Fire Rescue Firefighter/EMT Jeremy Metsky was…
Fire at Tidy Inn on George Jenkins Blvd
Lakeland firefighters from Station 1 responded to a vehicle fire call for a fully involved SUV…
Lakeland Electric states more than 4,000 customers are behind on their bills
The cost of fuels like gasoline and natural gas is pushing Lakeland residents’ utility bills into the uncomfortably high territory.…
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
MISSION BBQ’s Annual 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony alongside Lakeland Fire Department and Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
On 9/10/22 Polk County allowed this to happen again, why?
Polk County Fire – – – – – 20 – Firefighter’s working Mandatory Overtime 2 –…
City Commission tentatively approves Millage Rate–Budget of $150 Million Dollars
Lakeland city commissioners on Thursday evening voted to levy property taxes at a millage rate no…
FBI INCREASES REWARD OFFERED FOR CENTRAL FLORIDA MAN WANTED ON CHARGES FROM THE U.S. CAPITOL BREACH
The Federal Bureau of Investigation Tampa Field Office and the Washington, D.C. Field Office has doubled…
Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrests 160 during a seven-day human trafficking enforcement operation, “Operation Fall Haul 2”
160 people were arrested by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office Vice Unit during a seven-day undercover…
The City of Lakeland will be forever bonded to Queen Elizabeth II through the gift of royal swans
Following the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, 96, her memory will live on through the swans of…
A look at a 1980’s era Publix
Last look at a 1980’s era Publix before it closes September 10th and is demolished. The…
LAKELAND ELECTRIC ENVIRONMENTAL CHARGE DECREASES WITH TRUE-UP
The Lakeland City Commission voted Tuesday, September 6, to approve an annual true-up of the environmental…
Fatal Polk Crash SR-400
Vehicle 1, a Lexus sedan, was traveling eastbound on SR-400 near Milepost 26 in the outside…
Red Lights = STOP!
It’s been a bit since we’ve posted videos showing a few close calls where motorists are…
Deputy Police Chief of Georgia arrested in Florida for soliciting prostitution Here are the details:
Update: In a shocking incident, a Deputy Police Chief of Georgia was found soliciting prostitution in…
The Benefits of Feral Cat TNR Programs vs. Euthanasia
Feral and stray cats are the greatest source of cat overpopulation in the United States. A…
Lakeland Public Library’s main branch reopens Tuesday, Sept 6
It is move-in weekend for the Lakeland Public Library’s main branch. The 56-year-old facility has been…
Rate hikes are now in effect for thousands of Citizens Property Insurance customers in Florida
It’s been known as the last resort property insurer for Floridians. But lately, Citizens Property Insurance…