Lakeland clinic focuses on recovery for long COVID patients

Debilitating headaches, difficulty concentrating, and sleep problems are just some things people with long COVID deal with daily, but a clinic in Lakeland hopes to help.  

'Every day is a gift': Woman nearly fully recovered from COVID-19 says faith, music helped her beat the odds

It's now been two years since Cristie White was told by her doctors to call her family and say her goodbyes. Today, she's 90% recovered from COVID-19 and opening up about how her recovery journey inspired her to write a song and publish a Bible study book now available on Amazon.

Time for a checkup: Lakeland rounds up Lake Morton swans for annual veterinary visit

For the 42nd year, the annual swan roundup started Tuesday morning on Lake Morton with local veterinarians hitting the water to check on all those beloved birds.

Bonnet Springs Park expected to open soon after Hurricane Ian delay

It's the 11th hour for Lakeland's newest attraction, Bonnet Springs Park. After more than two years under construction, the park is going to hold its grand opening next weekend. 

Bobcat captured in Lakeland after killing one royal swan, dozens of ducks

A bobcat that killed one of Lakeland's royal swans has been captured. The cat began terrorizing Highland Village, a mobile home park where the swan and her mate were living, a few weeks ago.

3-legged alligator mom carries babies in her mouth at Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland

A three-legged alligator mom was seen limping through Circle B Bar Reserve in Lakeland, moving her hatchlings from their nest to nearby water — one mouthful at a time.

Polk County students score free formal wear by promising to avoid ‘risky’ behavior at school events

Homecoming is around the corner for many high school students, and those with a Polk County school ID have a chance to get the perfect outfit for free, thanks to a local organization called "UthImpact."

Swatting call leads to massive police response at Ford's Garage in Lakeland

More than a dozen Lakeland police officers swarmed Ford's Garage Monday afternoon after a caller told 911 that an active shooter was inside the restaurant. Officers said it ended up being a prank known as swatting. 

Queen Elizabeth II gifted Lakeland with pair of swans in 1957

Queen Elizabeth left her mark in Polk County back in 1957 when she gifted a pair of royal swans to Lakeland. To this day, swans remain an iconic part of the city's culture.

More than 4,000 Lakeland Electric customers are behind on their bill, company reports

Unfortunately, Lakeland Electric says the high price of fuel and electricity don't have an end in sight. The utility company says anyone who's behind on their bill should call to set up a payment plan.

New Lakeland Regional facility aimed at better serving behavioral health patients

Lakeland Regional Health has expanded to introduce a new $46 million facility to help better serve behavioral health patients. This comes on the heels of a new facility that was just built in North Lakeland and a new emergency room on the south side.