Polk County ambulance involved in deadly crash while responding to emergency
A Polk County ambulance was involved in a fatal crash Tuesday morning in Winter Haven while responding to an emergency call.
A Polk County ambulance was involved in a fatal crash Tuesday morning in Winter Haven while responding to an emergency call.
Need for 911 dispatchers grows in Lakeland as population rises
With the City of Lakeland's growing population, the need for 911 dispatchers is increasing as well.
With the City of Lakeland's growing population, the need for 911 dispatchers is increasing as well.
City of Lakeland shuts down, boards up home known for criminal activity
A home in Lakeland is now under the city's control after it was deemed a "safe haven for illegal activity."
A home in Lakeland is now under the city's control after it was deemed a "safe haven for illegal activity."
Depot Arts District hopes to be one-stop-shop for art in Lakeland
Artists, organizers and developers hope the upcoming Depot Arts District will be a one-stop-shop for art in the county and help revitalize the Lakeland Town Center area.
Artists, organizers and developers hope the upcoming Depot Arts District will be a one-stop-shop for art in the county and help revitalize the Lakeland Town Center area.
Publix releases 2025 limited-edition holiday ice cream flavors
The holidays are right around the corner, but Publix is getting into the spirit of the season early by releasing its 2025 limited-edition holiday ice cream flavors.
The holidays are right around the corner, but Publix is getting into the spirit of the season early by releasing its 2025 limited-edition holiday ice cream flavors.
Virtual town hall for parents to learn about Polk County high school rezoning proposal
Parents and neighbors gathered online Thursday night for a virtual town hall with the Polk County School District to learn more about their high school rezoning proposals.
Parents and neighbors gathered online Thursday night for a virtual town hall with the Polk County School District to learn more about their high school rezoning proposals.
After 17 months, Polk County deputy shot in line of duty returns to work
A Polk County deputy who was shot in the line of duty and survived is back to work. After 17 months, Lt. Chad Anderson returns to work—on light duty for now.
A Polk County deputy who was shot in the line of duty and survived is back to work. After 17 months, Lt. Chad Anderson returns to work—on light duty for now.
Photography exhibit at Mulberry Cultural Center requires thoughtful viewing
"Big World, Little Photos" features pictures from around the world. Photographer and artist Sherry Ross wanted to share some of the thousands of photographs she's captured over time.
"Big World, Little Photos" features pictures from around the world. Photographer and artist Sherry Ross wanted to share some of the thousands of photographs she's captured over time.
Polk Sheriff Grady Judd's picture stolen from substation; Florida man arrested: 'He stole my picture'
Nowhere is safe from being burglarized—not even a Polk County Sheriff's substation. However, it's what was taken from inside that's really raising Polk Sheriff Grady Judd's eyebrows.
Nowhere is safe from being burglarized—not even a Polk County Sheriff's substation. However, it's what was taken from inside that's really raising Polk Sheriff Grady Judd's eyebrows.
New art exhibition space with a memorable name hopes to attract new art collectors in Lakeland
The four owners of "Notta Gallery" hope the name brings a lot of attention.
The four owners of "Notta Gallery" hope the name brings a lot of attention.
Lakeland Linder to begin implementing parking fee on October 13
Starting October 13, Lakeland Linder International Airport will begin charging $9 per day for parking, although the first four hours will be free.
Starting October 13, Lakeland Linder International Airport will begin charging $9 per day for parking, although the first four hours will be free.
Bartow artist creates intricate pieces with thousands of little scratches
Artist Tifane Worsley immediately became addicted to the craft of scratchboard art.
Artist Tifane Worsley immediately became addicted to the craft of scratchboard art.
Retired Polk County deputy accused of fleeing from deputies with unrestrained child in front seat of car
A retired Polk County Sheriff's Office deputy was arrested over the weekend after fleeing from deputies with an unrestrained child in the front seat of his car, according to officials.
A retired Polk County Sheriff's Office deputy was arrested over the weekend after fleeing from deputies with an unrestrained child in the front seat of his car, according to officials.
Winter Haven teens accused of stealing SUV, attempting to escape arrest
A few teens were arrested for stealing an SUV and attempting to evade deputies in Winter Haven over the weekend, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A few teens were arrested for stealing an SUV and attempting to evade deputies in Winter Haven over the weekend, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Person struck, killed by car after gunshots disperse crowd outside Winter Haven club: police
Multiple gunshots outside a Winter Haven club caused a crowd to disperse, and one person was struck and killed by a car early on Sunday morning, according to police.
Multiple gunshots outside a Winter Haven club caused a crowd to disperse, and one person was struck and killed by a car early on Sunday morning, according to police.
Winter Haven man arrested for threatening victim over the phone: PCSO
A Winter Haven man was taken into custody after allegedly threatening someone over the phone and through text messages, some of which were very graphic, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A Winter Haven man was taken into custody after allegedly threatening someone over the phone and through text messages, some of which were very graphic, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Polk County teacher accused of sending child pornography on messaging app
A Polk County teacher was arrested on Friday after he was caught downloading and sending videos depicting child pornography, according to deputies.
A Polk County teacher was arrested on Friday after he was caught downloading and sending videos depicting child pornography, according to deputies.
New 100-acre community park to be built near Lakeland Linder International Airport
Good news for those who enjoy nature and outdoor recreational activities. More than 100 acres of land in Lakeland will become home to a new community park.
Good news for those who enjoy nature and outdoor recreational activities. More than 100 acres of land in Lakeland will become home to a new community park.
Legacy Lane photography exhibit honors cancer survivors
Five eye-catching photo portraits of cancer survivors aim to inspire hope at the Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center.
Five eye-catching photo portraits of cancer survivors aim to inspire hope at the Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center.
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theatres to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theaters to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage.
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theaters to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage.