A Polk County, FL, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen was closed due to 10 violations
A Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen location at 43392 US Hwy 27 in Davenport, Polk County, FL, was temporarily closed on September 4, 2025, after inspectors with the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation found 10 violations, including live flying insect issues, during a routine visit.
Iconic Tampa Bay restaurant Datz has closed in downtown St. Pete
Datz in downtown St. Pete has permanently closed, marking the end of what was once one of Tampa Bay’s most popular restaurants. Earlier yesterday morning, a message was taped to the restaurant’s door:. “An ending to an era! It’s been a great and memorable journey throughout the years....
Polk County solid waste fees go up for 1st time in 13 years
Starting Wednesday, Polk County residents will be paying more in solid waste disposal fees.
Three Teens Arrested for String of Car Burglaries in Winter Haven’s Jan Phyl Village
A 10-day spree of car burglaries in the Jan Phyl Village area of Winter Haven was brought to a halt with the arrest of three teenagers, as reported by the Polk County Sheriff's Office. According to a press release dated September 30, 2025, the suspects were apprehended following a string of incidents involving...
This Charming Tearoom In Florida Has Lemon Ricotta Cheesecakes Famous Throughout The State
The moment you bite into the lemon ricotta cheesecake at Lavender ‘n Lace Tearoom in Lake Alfred, you’ll understand why people clear their afternoon schedules and drive across county lines for a single slice. This isn’t your typical tearoom where hushed voices discuss the weather over lukewarm Earl...
The French Toast At This Cafe In Florida Is So Good, It’s Practically A...
In the heart of Plant City, Florida, where strawberry fields have long reigned supreme, there’s a culinary revelation happening that has nothing to do with berries – it’s the transcendent French toast at Brick House Cafe that’s causing locals to set their alarm clocks early and visitors to detour miles from the...
Winter Haven Homeowner Foils Burglary, Leads to Arrest of Trio on Multiple Charges
Winter Haven, a slow Monday afternoon was interrupted by a botched burglary when a homeowner confronted a thief in the Eloise Woods East Lake Mariam area. According to the Polk County Sheriff's Office, a 31-year-old man, identified as Rusty Waddle, was caught red-handed stealing an air compressor from an unlocked...
CAUGHT ON CAM: Man accused of stealing Sheriff Grady Judd’s portrait from Polk City Sheriff’s...
A man was arrested after he was caught on surveillance video leaving the Polk County Sheriff's Office Polk City Station with a handful of portraits, including Sheriff Grady Judd's, the sheriff's office announced on Facebook.
New Target opening in Florida in October, more coming. Here’s where
Target is planning to open more than half a dozen stores in October, including one in Florida. The Minneapolis-based retail giant is set to open a slate of stores across 20 U.S. states, according to its website. Six of them will be larger than the chain's average of 125,000 square feet. One of those will be in Wesley...
Polk County deputy injured in 2024 shooting returns to work
A deputy who was injured during a shooting that happened in April of 2024 returned to work Thursday.
