Lakeland FL

Ever had that moment when you’re holding some bizarre knick-knack, wondering “Where on earth did this come from and why do I suddenly need it in my life?”. That’s the International Market World Flea and Farmers Market experience in Auburndale, Florida, in a nutshell. This isn’t just...

LAKELAND, FL (352today.com) — Paris Richardson, the reigning Miss Gainesville, made history Saturday night when she was crowned Miss Florida 2025, becoming only the second titleholder from Gainesville to win the coveted crown — and the first since 1952. A Jacksonville native and recent University of Florida...

A Central Florida horse owner was recently arrested for felony animal cruelty and others on the property were also arrested. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office Animal Cruelty Investigations Unit arrested a Lake Wales man for felony animal cruelty and seized horses and goats from his property on Poe Road in Lake Wales.

Tucked away in the heart of Florida’s strawberry country sits a humble red and white structure that doesn’t scream “culinary destination” – until you see the line of hungry patrons stretching into the parking lot. The Strawberry Hut in Plant City has become a pilgrimage...

Two men were recently arrested for human trafficking and exploitation of a 13-year-old girl in a Central Florida motel room. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call from the victim’s sister, who had received a voice message from the child indicating she was in danger at the A1 Motel in Tampa....

An Adult Mixed Media Art class is taking place today, June 28, 2025, at the Lake Wales Family Recreation Center. It is designed for ages 13+ and will be led by local artist Toni Doku. Participants will integrate painting and textiles to create a unique art piece. The class runs from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.

CITY OF LAKE WALES- City staff is accepting expressions of interest to serve on City boards. Residents are encouraged to get involved and engage in the decision-making process as it relates to community governance. Check out the list of vacancies below, and apply here:...

Iteright, a Tampa Bay area-based startup, recently received $1.3 million in a pre-seed round led by New World Angels’ Innovation Fund. A pre-seed round helps startup companies get initial funding to bring their products and services to life. Over 30 investors took part in the round. The company, founded...

To prevent the city’s water and wastewater systems from exceeding capacity limitations, the City of Lake Wales is considering an expansion to its wastewater treatment plant, estimated to cost $89 million. At their workshop session on Wed. June 23, Lake Wales city commissioners were given a presentation by...

Update: Rodriguez was found and is safe. Pasco Sheriff’s deputies are currently searching for Steven Rodriguez, a missing/endangered 12-year-old. Rodriguez is 5’7″, around 210 lbs., with dirty blonde hair and hazel eyes. Rodriguez was last seen on June 27, around 3:30 p.m., in the Loury Dr. area of Wesley Chapel....