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Purrology Cafe is Opening Soon
Officially opening September 13th! 5343 S FLORIDA AVE LAKELAND, FL The website to make your reservation…
Roundabout Projects to Affect Polk County Traffic
Two roundabout construction projects will slow Lakeland and Lake Wales area traffic this month with detours.…
Is Lakeland Commissioner Phillip Walker breaking the law by wanting his seat back?
After losing his campaign for Florida House District 50, Lakeland Commissioner Phillip Walker is now seeking his seat back. Walker…
TRAFFIC FATALITY INVOLVING A PEDESTRIAN
On Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at approximately 8:44 p.m., officers responded to a traffic crash near…
CCDF Files Pornographic/Harmful Material Complaint
Florida Statute 847.012 (5) and (6) states “(5) An adult may not knowingly distribute to a minor…
State Attorney’s Office Citizens Academy Opportunity
The State Attorney’s Office is now accepting applications for their Annual Citizens Academy. Participants will meet…
UPDATE: WATERLINE FAILURE WASHES OUT CORNER OF 10TH STREET AND WABASH AVENUE
The new waterline at the southeast corner of 10th Street and Wabash Avenue has failed to wash…
WATERLINE FAILURE WASHES OUT THE CORNER OF 10TH STREET AND WABASH AVENUE
The new waterline at the southeast corner of 10th Street and Wabash Avenue has failed washing out…
Man arrested in Polk child pornography sting sentenced to life in prison
David Lavin, 30, was hit with 27 consecutive life sentences. A man arrested in a 2021…
Phillip Walker says he has ‘no political plans’ but Friday at 11:41 am he put his name in the hat again
Did Walker lie to Ledger reporter Sara-Megan Walsh? Her Story Walsh wrote, “After 13 years sitting…
Multiple Road Closures to Slow Polk Traffic Starting Monday
Starting Monday, August 29, multiple heavy construction projects in Davenport, South Lakeland, Fort Meade, and Auburndale…
Interim Lakeland City Commissioner meet the nine citizens who want the job
The following nine Lakeland Citizens have filed for the Interim Lakeland City Commissioner. We have included…
Did You Know since January 1, 2022, your Polk County Firefighters have worked 116,165.25 hours of Mandatory Overtime???
Mandatory Overtime has been used to fill 5,298 shifts so far this year. That averages out…
Lakeland, FL: SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo Welcomes New Camping and Events Coordinator
Lily Burse works as the new Camping and Events Coordinator. Having just graduated from New College…
Lakeland Regional Health unveils its new behavioral health center
Congratulations to Lakeland Regional Health on their ribbon cutting for the Harrell Family Center for Behavioral…
Congratulations to LFD newest Driver Engineer Candice McLendon
Congratulations to our newest Driver Engineer Candice McLendon! Candice joined Lakeland Fire Department in November 2014…
THE FIRST TWO CITY OF LAKELAND FORD F-150 LIGHTNINGS HIT THE STREET
The City of Lakeland has been gradually pursuing electrification of fleet vehicles, specifying hybrid or fully…
City Commission Sets Maximum Advertised Millage Rate
The Lakeland City Commission participated in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Budget Workshop today. The six-hour…
ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE – PORTION OF SOUTH MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE
WHO: Payne Air Conditioning WHAT: Road Closure WHY: A large boom crane will be used…
Is the RP Funding Center getting a new name?
Is the City of Lakeland currently negotiating naming rights for the RP Funding Center? The 2017…
Polk sheriff’s deputy hit by car in North Lakeland
A Polk County sheriff’s deputy was hit by a car near Combee and Old Combee roads…
Here we go again
Editorial Aug 14, 2022 25 – Firefighters working Mandatory Overtime 1 – Engine COMPLETELY out of…
Bridgette needs a fur-ever home today
From the Polk County Bully Project *UNBELIEVABLE* people are in shock that Bridgette hasn’t found her…
82nd Airborne at Lakeland Linder International Airport
Lakeland Linder International Airport had the 82nd Airborne celebrating its 105th anniversary with us. We have…
Coast Guard veteran rescues woman from sinking car after it crashed into a country club swimming pool
Decades after leaving the Coast Guard, a Lakeland man used his life-saving skills to safely pull a woman from a…
Pollution Notice
Pursuant to Section 403.077, F.S., the Department of Environmental Protection has received the following Public Notice…
Former Polk County Firefighter arrested for possession of child pornography
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Computer Crimes detectives arrested Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) Captain Brian Steger (40 years…
Politics in the Park
It was a great opportunity for the Lakeland community to engage local, state, and federal political…
Lakeland Fire Department receives Critical Lifesaving Equipment Grant
Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation Provides Critical Lifesaving Equipment Grant to LFD Lakeland Fire Department is…
SUSPECT CHARGED IN HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION
On Saturday, July 2, 2022, at approximately 4:47 p.m., uniform patrol officers responded to the Big…
Polk schools will conduct random searches on students to look for weapons
In an effort to deter and prevent the presence of weapons on campus, middle and high…
Lakeland Christian School Fires Mayor Mutz
Lakeland Christian School is Polk County’s oldest and largest private K-12 school in Lakeland, Florida. Offering…
SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo Welcomes New Director of Airshows and Attractions
The SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo is thrilled to announce Dennis Dunbar as the new Director…
Did you know today is our birthday?
TLC PetSnip opened our doors 9 years ago today! And in honor of our special day,…
Goodbye to Chief Robert Weech
Last Thursday, we said goodbye to Chief Robert Weech. Polk County wants to wish him the…
Polk County Fire Rescue has severe issues!!
The Polk County Fire Rescue firefighters have “Mandatory Overtime” 48-hour shifts. So is this a health…
FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION
On Friday, July 29, 2022, at approximately 10:15 p.m., officers responded to a traffic crash near…
FWC civilian employee arrested by PCSO for retail theft
On Wednesday, July 27, 2022, a deputy with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested a civilian…