Concerns rise ahead of Lakeland Planned Parenthood closure: ‘Healthcare resources are shrinking’
The Planned Parenthood location in Lakeland will close this March.
Drought, cold snap affect lawn care industry throughout Tampa Bay area
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Warm, dry weather continues to contribute to severe drought throughout the Tampa Bay area. As watering restrictions remain, first responders warn the risk of brush fires is still high. Level Up Lawn Care Owner Carlos Giddings said business during the winter typically slows down but...
Expanding to Polk County to Bring Cancer Care Closer to Patients – Moffitt Cancer...
“Bringing world-class cancer care closer to home. Moffitt Cancer Center is expanding into Polk County with a new outpatient center planned for 2029, increasing access to screenings, innovative therapies, clinical trials and expert care across Central Florida.”. Tiago Biachi de Castria, Medical Oncologist, Associate...
County and circuit judge openings in Polk County draw multiple applicants
Nine people have applied to be considered to fill a Polk County Court judge vacancy created by the retirement of Judge Robert Griffin , according to the Judicial Nominating Commission for the 10th Judicial Circuit. The applicants are Jordan A. Wells, career attorney with the Second District Court of Appeal; Nicole...
Sticky Fingers At Everest Liquor Smoke Hub In Lakeland: Polk County Deputies Hunt Thief
LAKELAND, Fla. – Authorities in Polk County are asking for the public’s help to identify a man who walked out of a Lakeland business without paying for his haul earlier this week. The incident took place on Tuesday, February 17, at the Everest Liquor & Smoke Hub located at 5044 Lunn Road.
From Unlocked Doors To Handcuffs: Central Florida Theft Spree Ends In Davenport
DAVENPORT, Fla. – A month-long investigation into a rash of vehicle burglaries across Central Florida reached a conclusion this week when deputies caught up with a 23-year-old suspect hiding out in a Davenport residence. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office took Jeffrey Elijah Gilbert into custody on Tuesday, February...
Kathleen Residents Object to New Government Center
Polk County Commissioner Michael Scott called for a meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17, so residents could voice concerns and share ideas about a planned North Lakeland Government Center in Kathleen. The new center would replace the one currently housed in the former Sears building on Memorial Boulevard near downtown...
After historic freeze, Florida farmers count losses that could reach $1.5 billion
A powerful cold front earlier this month could’ve caused over one billion dollars in damage to Florida agriculture, according to Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson. A local Hillsborough County farmer says he felt the hit in the loss of thousands of dollars in lost crops. “That’s my dad, he’s ninety,...
Lakeland man dies after single-vehicle crash in Mulberry
A 23-year-old Lakeland man died after a single-vehicle accident in Mulberry the evening of Feb. 17. The accident happened on Church Avenue and Northeast 5th Street about 6:15 p.m. The Polk County Sheriff's Office said in a news release that when first responders arrived, they found Jeremiah David MacDonald, 23, of...
Opposition Grows Against Proposed Tampa Bay Cruise Port
The petition against the possible new Tampa Bay Cruise Port continues to grow as lawmakers also take preventative action. Opposition Grows Against Proposed Tampa Bay Cruise Port
