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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…
Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital has set its official opening date for July 8, 2026
It is official! After more than six years of planning and construction, the Orlando Health Watson…
DeSantis will not confirm or deny a report that he plans to buy a home in Polk County
Recent reports from political insiders indicate that Governor Ron DeSantis has placed an offer on a…
Winn-Dixie celebrates Independence Day by donating $100,000 to the USO
As America prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, The Winn-Dixie Company (TWDC) is donating $100,000…
DeSantis signs 2026-27 state budget, vetoes $1.6 billion
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the state’s $117.6 billion budget for the 2026–2027 fiscal year, marking…
America faces a record-breaking heatwave with dangerous temperatures and humidity ahead of the Fourth of July
You aren’t kidding—this is looking like an incredibly intense and dangerous stretch of weather. A massive…
Quantum Just Killed AI Data Centers
The massive AI data center boom is hiding a fatal flaw, and an entirely new computational…
Is there more than one path to heaven?
Christians insist there is only one way to heaven, as salvation is associated with believing in…
A bill to raise the minimum wage to $25 an hour will be introduced in the Senate
U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) introduced the Living Wage for All Act, a major piece of…
FATAL CRASH INVESTIGATION
On Sunday, June 28, 2026, at approximately 12:37 a.m., officers responded to a traffic crash involving…
Miss Manatee Alexandra de Roos of Winter Haven is announced as Miss Florida 2026
She did it! Representing the local area as Miss Manatee, Winter Haven native Alexandra de Roos…
Did you see smoke in Polk County today?
Did you see smoke in Polk County today? Two wildfires south of Lakeland are going strong…
NHC has updated their outlook for the potential system off the coast of the Carolinas next week & the chance of development remains at 20%.
NHC has updated their outlook for the potential system off the coast of the Carolinas next…
The Winter Haven Fire Department has responded to a roller coaster at Legoland
Winter Haven Fire Department has responded to a roller coaster at Legoland that has stalled, resulting…
Publix introduces 3 new ice cream flavors
Publix just dropped three brand-new, limited-edition summer flavors inspired by classic Southern treats and sweet nostalgia.…
A Davenport woman was arrested and charged with 10 counts of animal cruelty and neglect
The Davenport woman arrested and charged with animal cruelty is 33-year-old Caroline Kanyamauri. The Polk County…
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…
Polestar, the Chinese-owned Swedish electric vehicle company, has been blocked from selling vehicles in the United States due to national security concerns
The U.S. Department of Commerce officially denied Polestar authorization to sell new vehicles in the United…
Several roadways in the Plant City area will be closed due to CSX train crossing maintenance
Several roadways in the Plant City area will be closed due to CSX train crossing maintenance.…
PUBLIC NOTICE: ACTIVE SHOOTER TRAINING CONFERENCE TO BE HELD AT FLORIDA SOUTHERN COLLEGE
The Florida SWAT Association and the Lakeland Police Department will host the Florida Active Shooter Training…
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…
Deadline extended to apply for two Polk County judge vacancies
The 10th Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission (JNC) frequently adjusts these windows to ensure a robust,…
Waters Car Wash Marks America’s 250th Birthday with Statewide Customer Appreciation Initiative
Customers can register July 3-5 for the special offer, which is redeemable through July 31 Customer…
Dessert or salad?
These Dessert Salads 4 Ways are sweet, creamy, fruity, and perfect for potlucks, holidays, cookouts, and…
Is God Dead? Evil and Sin
This week, we begin to investigate five possible reasons God allows evil to exist, which can…
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…
Osceola sheriff’s deputy arrested for kicking, shoving girlfriend
The breaking news details the arrest of Osceola County Sheriff’s Deputy Elias Ramirez III, 34, early…
Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital Hosts Grand Opening Preview in photos and video
It is official! The Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital is opening its doors on…
Wild Greg’s Reopens as City Limits Under New Local Ownership
This is massive news for North Lakeland’s nightlife. After two decades of various country dance halls…
Recall effort targets three Fort Meade city leaders after data center approval
The tension in Fort Meade has hit a boiling point. Following the city commission’s controversial approval…
A major 7.1 earthquake hits Venezuela
A major 7.1 earthquake hits Venezuela. People evacuated swaying buildings in Caracas and remained outside, many…
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…
Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) welcomes Firefighter/Paramedic John Parris back after recovering from an accident back in December 2025
Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) welcomes Firefighter/Paramedic John Parris back after recovering from an accident back…
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’s Traffic Homicide investigators solve April fatal hit & run crash in Polk City
Two men were arrested by Polk County Sheriff’s Office detectives on Tuesday, June 23, 2026, as…