Lake Wales Chamber Proposes Birth-to-Four Early Childhood Readiness Plan
Lake Wales Chamber Proposes Birth-to-Four Early Childhood Readiness Plan. To prepare young people with the literacy skills needed for tomorrow’s workforce, several educational initiatives have been proposed by the Lake Wales Chamber of Commerce/Economic Development Council (EDC). At their recent work session on Wed. Ju
Local Government – What’s Happening in Tampa Bay
Lakeland City Commission Meeting | 228 S. Massachusetts Avenue, Lakeland | 9:00am. The City Commission will have the first public reading of an ordinance placing a temporary ban on all AI data center construction in Lakeland. The ban will apply to the “acceptance, processing, review and approval” of any development...
Tampa Bay Swelters as Pop-Up Storms and Rough Surf Roll In
Today starts off warm and sticky in Tampa, with clear skies, temperatures hovering around 81°F, and a dew point in the mid 70s. It will not stay calm for long, as scattered showers and thunderstorms turn the day unsettled, delivering hit-or-miss bursts of heavy rain and gusty winds wherever they flare up.
2/3 of Tampa Bay municipal pools don’t have surveillance cameras, Watchdog investigation finds
TAMPA, Fla. — A Spectrum Bay News 9 Watchdog investigation found two-thirds of municipal public pools in the Tampa Bay area are without surveillance cameras. In late June, St. Petersburg police received reports about a young man hitting a young girl in the neck while at the Child’s Park pool. The victim’s mother says t
Deputies help motorcyclists stranded on I-4 in Polk County
Deputies with the Polk County Sheriff's Office went above and beyond to help a motorcyclist after he ran out of gas on the side of the interstate, leaving him stranded in the dark.
Publix Reopens Winter Haven, FL, Store At New Location
Publix has reopened its Winter Haven, Florida, store at a new location, debuting a 54,964-square-foot supermarket July 16 at Mariana Acres at 1075 Brookstone Road. The store offers traditional departments including a full-service deli, produce, scratch bakery, meat, seafood and pharmacy. “While the location may be new,
Polk County Deputies Search For Group Involved In Davenport 7-Eleven Theft, Battery
Polk County Deputies Search for Group Involved in Davenport 7-Eleven Theft, Battery POLK COUNTY, Fla....
Miller’s Ale House in Hillsborough County, Florida, cited for 10 violations in restaurant inspection
Miller's Ale House at 2108 E. Fowler Ave. in Tampa, Hillsborough County, was cited for 10 violations during a routine food inspection on July 17, 2026, and received a warning with a follow-up inspection required.
14 Florida Places Where You And Your Dog Can Enjoy An Unforgettable Day Together
The best days in Florida are not always the ones planned around people. Sometimes they are planned around your dog. Even the adventure feels different. A quiet beach replaces a crowded attraction. A shaded trail replaces another busy afternoon indoors. That is when Florida starts to feel completely different. Florida..
Don’t Let The Simple Exterior Fool You – This Hidden Florida Restaurant In Dundee...
Tucked away in a shopping plaza along US-27 in Dundee, La Garita Restaurant might not catch your eye from the highway, but step inside and you’ll discover something magical. This Puerto Rican gem has earned a loyal following thanks to authentic flavors, generous portions, and hospitality that makes you feel like family
