Lakeland FL

Southeastern University (SEU) officially celebrated the grand opening and ribbon-cutting of its new campus in downtown Winter Haven, marking a significant milestone in the university’s continued expansion across Central Florida. “Our presence in Winter Haven emphasizes SEU’s deep commitment to expanding access to high-quality, Christ-centered education while continuing to...

TAMPA, Fla. — As the Polk County community continues to grow, so does the need for emergency services. County leaders approved a more than $3 million project to construct a new EMS station in the Lakeland area. Stepping into an ambulance, Charlie True is making sure his crew is...

The opening of Lakeland Bicycle Co. is a heartfelt nod to the city’s cycling history. After more than 60 years of service, the iconic Bent’s Cycling closed its doors in March 2026, but its legacy remains firmly in the Dixieland neighborhood. A New Chapter in Dixieland. Zachary Kulp,...

Whether you hop on on your way in or out of the store, you may not be able to resist the Publix scale. The large, green, free scales are among the South Florida grocery chain's iconic imagery, right next to its slogan and the (Pub) sub. But alas - the...

As of today, Friday, April 24, 2026, Polk County Utilities has issued a precautionary boil water notice for customers near Lakeland Highlands Road. The notice is specifically for residents on Broken Arrow Trail South. This follows a water main leak and subsequent repairs that left approximately 60 residents temporarily without service yesterday.

A new report from the American Lung Association found air quality slightly worsened in several Florida cities. Here’s how the Tampa Bay area measured up.  The Lung Association’s “State of the Air” report analyzed air quality data from 2022 to 2024 to grade regions on unhealthy levels of ozone and particle pollution. The report found […] The post Tampa Bay area ranks No. 100 out...

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has closed off the entrance to a neighborhood Friday.

Barry Hall LAKELAND, Fla. – A Wednesday evening attempt to outrun the law ended before...

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd officially joined Congressman Byron Donalds...

LAKELAND, Fla. - The city of Lakeland is laying out its strategic plan for the near and distant future. Officials held the first day of their annual Strategic Planning Retreat at the RP Funding Center Thursday, discussing key issues, including infrastructure and public safety. Infrastructure importance. According to the city,...