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LAKELAND, Fla. - It's a reunion for many former Lakeland Community Theatre performers as they prepare for a special 40th anniversary gala on Saturday. "We'll have a musical extravaganza," Lakeland Community Theatre Volunteer Chair Holly Parrish said. "Music from over 40 different shows." Return to the Stage. What we know:

Looking for a furry friend to brighten your days? Polk County Animal Control in Winter Haven has several wonderful dogs waiting for their forever homes. Each one has a unique personality and plenty of love to give.

Publix has selected Goodway Group, a connected commerce and digital media agency, as its exclusive shopper marketing agency of record for 2026. The partnership is designed to modernize Publix’s retail media and shopper marketing strategies through data-driven, omnichannel campaigns. As part of the agreement, Goodway Group will oversee strategy,...

FLORIDA — A crash involving a tractor-trailer shut down part of Interstate 75 in Hillsborough County Thursday afternoon, according to officials. As of 4:20 p.m., the southbound lanes of I-75 were blocked near the Selmon Expressway ramp. The Florida Highway Patrol responded to the scene and was working to clear debris and remove obstructions from […] The post Part of I-75 in...

Earth Day is that one magical time of year when we all collectively remember the planet exists and deserves better than whatever we did to it in February. Fortunately, Tampa Bay shows up strong, with events that range from wholesome to “wow, I might actually compost after this.” So if you’re looking to celebrate Mother Earth without hugging a tree too aggressively, here are...

Fort Meade, Florida city commissioners unanimously approved a 20-year development agreement for a proposed 1,300-acre data center campus, allowing Maryland-based developer Stonebridge to move the project forward despite strong public opposition. The campus is planned to include eight buildings, with groundbreaking targeted by the end of this year and operations expected to begin in 2028. The project follows earlier approvals, including...

Both Commissioners Ashley C. Troutman and Terry Coney have ethical issues with Monday’s vote about Talbot House’s new location. Both of these Commissioners should recuse themselves from voting. Ashley C. Troutman:. Terry Coney:. This was posted on Facebook: Commissioner Terry Coney at Talbot House Ministries before the vote,...

FOX 13's Charley Belcher takes us to downtown Bartow to an eclectic coffee house that feels like home. It's Unfiltered Coffee House that serves up much more than a cup of joe.

Spencer Worthie Pitsenbarger HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – A 27-year-old Dade City man is behind bars...

A 6-year-old girl died in a crash involving a Temple Terrace police officer on Wednesday.