Winter Haven woman dies after being struck by 2 vehicles on I-4
WINTER HAVEN, Fla. (WFLA) — The Florida Highway Patrol said a Winter Haven woman was killed on Saturday after being struck by two vehicles. It happened at around 12:40 a.m. on Dec. 6 on eastbound I-4 near mile marker 43, FHP said. The woman was walking across the highway and entered the path of a […]
Lakeland students create a banned book club
LAKELAND, Fla. — There are more than 700 books that are banned in public schools in Florida. It might not sound like a lot, but for two students in Polk County, the list has sparked a desire to learn why. So much so that they created a "banned book...
Teen Arrested in Connection to Fatal Tampa Shooting
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s deputies have arrested 18-year-old Cordaryl Johnson Jr. in connection with the death of 17-year-old Trevaun Johnson in October. Johnson was taken into custody on the morning of Thursday, December 4, and faces second-degree murder, armed burglary of a conveyance with assault or battery,...
Severe Thunderstorms, Tornado Risk For Tampa Bay, Southwest Florida
TAMPA BAY, Florida – The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center has issued a Severe Weather Outlook for West Central Florida on Sunday, December 7, 2025, indicating a marginal risk of severe thunderstorms this evening and overnight. Scattered thunderstorms are anticipated across the Florida Peninsula,...
Mvnouu: The Polk County Artist Blending Music, Marketing, and Trading Into a 2025 Power...
Emmanuel Louis, known professionally as Mvnouu, is a 26-year-old rising creator from Polk County who is quickly becoming one of the most versatile young talents in the industry. Born on June 30, 1999, and standing 5’7, Mvnouu has built a reputation not only as a dedicated musician but also as a sharp entrepreneur...
Tampa Bay, FL December Weather: Heavy Fog Then Rain Chances Sunday
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Florida – A thick blanket of dense fog hangs over Tampa Bay this morning, muting headlights and slowing drivers on I-75 and I-275 as the weekend begins. Visibility in some areas drops under a quarter mile,...
Lakeland nonprofit helping seniors stay fed among increasing food insecurity
Imagine having to make the tough decision to pay your bills or buy groceries. Advocates say that’s the harsh reality for many seniors who are navigating not having enough money for food. It’s leading some seniors to seek help from nonprofits like Volunteers in Service to the Elderly in...
Hillsborough County’s RACES Team Achieves Top Statewide and National Rankings in ARRL 24-Hour Emergency...
In a showcase of emergency preparedness and radio proficiency, Hillsborough County's Radio Amateur Civil Emergency Service (RACES) team secured impressive standings during the American Radio Relay League (ARRL) 24-hour Field Day exercise. Not only did they clinch third place nationally, but they also took home the...
Driver who lost license after DUI caught back behind wheel
A driver who lost her license after a drunk driving arrest was jailed after she was caught back behind the wheel. Faith Farrer, 33, of Fort Meade, was traveling southbound on State Road 25 at about 10 p.m. Dec. 1 when an officer noticed her vehicle had a non-functioning headlight, according to an arrest report from...
10 Tampa Bay Bakeries Serving Desserts Worth Driving Across Town For
Craving a sweet detour that is absolutely worth the mileage and the wait in line. Tampa Bay hides its best sugar highs in neighborhood gems where ovens never sleep and butter is a love language. From nostalgic donuts to glossy patisserie, these spots deliver desserts that make traffic feel like a minor plot twist....
