Lakeland City Commission holds first public hearing on proposed data center moratorium
Lakeland city commissioners held the first public hearing Monday at 9 a.m. at City Hall on a proposed one-year moratorium on new large-scale computing facilities.
Lakeland city commissioners held the first public hearing Monday at 9 a.m. at City Hall on a proposed one-year moratorium on new large-scale computing facilities.
Plane involved in SR-60 crash experienced mechanical issues during takeoff: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office gave an update on the plane crash that sent a father and son to the hospital on Saturday.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office gave an update on the plane crash that sent a father and son to the hospital on Saturday.
2 dead after fatal fire in Winter Haven home: WHPD
The Winter Haven Fire Department and State Fire Marshal’s Office are investigating a fire that killed 2 people on Sunday morning.
The Winter Haven Fire Department and State Fire Marshal’s Office are investigating a fire that killed 2 people on Sunday morning.
Small plane has ‘hard landing’ on SR-60 after hitting powerlines: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said deputies are redirecting traffic around an ultralight plane that crashed on State Road 60.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said deputies are redirecting traffic around an ultralight plane that crashed on State Road 60.
Mulberry Cultural Center art exhibit celebrates America's 250th birthday
A new multimedia exhibition at the Mulberry Cultural Center explores America's 250th birthday by bringing together artists to reflect on the country's past, present and future.
A new multimedia exhibition at the Mulberry Cultural Center explores America's 250th birthday by bringing together artists to reflect on the country's past, present and future.
Red, White & Kaboom: Thousands gather in Lakeland for early Independence Day celebration
Lakeland community members gathered a day early to kick off the holiday weekend with the annual Red, White & Kaboom celebration.
Lakeland community members gathered a day early to kick off the holiday weekend with the annual Red, White & Kaboom celebration.
First public hearing on proposed large-scale data center moratorium scheduled for Monday in Lakeland
Lakeland officials are preparing to review a 12-month moratorium on large-scale computing facilities following heavy community pushback against a massive development project. The first public hearing on the matter is scheduled for Monday morning at city hall.
Lakeland officials are preparing to review a 12-month moratorium on large-scale computing facilities following heavy community pushback against a massive development project. The first public hearing on the matter is scheduled for Monday morning at city hall.
Haines City man drank 'several beers' before crash that killed teen dirt bike rider: PCSO
A Haines City man was arrested on DUI-related charges after Polk County deputies say he caused a three-vehicle crash while trying to pass traffic in a no-passing zone, killing a 17-year-old dirt bike rider.
A Haines City man was arrested on DUI-related charges after Polk County deputies say he caused a three-vehicle crash while trying to pass traffic in a no-passing zone, killing a 17-year-old dirt bike rider.
Polk County Fourth of July fireworks: Where to watch in Lakeland, Winter Haven Friday night
If you're looking to celebrate the Fourth of July a day early, you have two big options in Polk County on Friday night.
If you're looking to celebrate the Fourth of July a day early, you have two big options in Polk County on Friday night.
Polk County effort aims to rebrand State Road 60 to 'Route 60' after iconic Route 66
Polk County leaders and business owners are backing an ambitious proposal to rebrand State Road 60 as Route 60 to create a coast-to-coast tourism adventure across Florida.
Polk County leaders and business owners are backing an ambitious proposal to rebrand State Road 60 as Route 60 to create a coast-to-coast tourism adventure across Florida.
Lake Wales pottery project: National grant funds free community art classes ahead of America 250
Hundreds of local residents are shaping clay into unique art pieces at the Lake Wales Arts Council to prepare for a major summer exhibition. The upcoming gallery showcase celebrates the diverse history of the nation through hands-on community crafting.
Hundreds of local residents are shaping clay into unique art pieces at the Lake Wales Arts Council to prepare for a major summer exhibition. The upcoming gallery showcase celebrates the diverse history of the nation through hands-on community crafting.
Florida SWAT Association holds first active shooter conference at Florida Southern College
Law enforcement officers from across the state have gathered at Florida Southern College for realistic tactical training drills. The exercises mark the first-ever conference hosted by the Florida SWAT Association to prepare teams for high-stakes emergencies.
Law enforcement officers from across the state have gathered at Florida Southern College for realistic tactical training drills. The exercises mark the first-ever conference hosted by the Florida SWAT Association to prepare teams for high-stakes emergencies.
Lakeland man accused of crashing into ambulance and bolting found sleeping on couch: PCSO
A Lakeland man is facing charges after deputies say he was involved in a hit-and-run crash with an ambulance.
A Lakeland man is facing charges after deputies say he was involved in a hit-and-run crash with an ambulance.
Woman arrested in connection with Easter death of 85-year-old man at Auburndale mobile home park
Auburndale police arrested a woman after an 85-year-old man was killed at a local mobile home park.
Auburndale police arrested a woman after an 85-year-old man was killed at a local mobile home park.
State-of-the-art firefighter training center in Polk County features largest burn tower in the nation
Polk County Fire Rescue members can now train at their first-ever dedicated campus designed to simulate real-world emergencies. The state-of-the-art facility opened Tuesday in Winter Haven to support one of the busiest emergency organizations in Florida.
Polk County Fire Rescue members can now train at their first-ever dedicated campus designed to simulate real-world emergencies. The state-of-the-art facility opened Tuesday in Winter Haven to support one of the busiest emergency organizations in Florida.
Airbnb guests visiting Polk County accused of stealing from Wawa: ‘Fooled around and found out’
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says a group of 15, including three juveniles, who were staying at a Davenport Airbnb came to the area ‘on vacation and will leave on probation’ after he says they stole items from a Davenport Wawa.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says a group of 15, including three juveniles, who were staying at a Davenport Airbnb came to the area ‘on vacation and will leave on probation’ after he says they stole items from a Davenport Wawa.
Lakeland police urge 'Red, White, and Kaboom' visitors to prepare for extreme heat
Downtown Lakeland will transform into a massive celebration Friday as city officials prepare for up to 50,000 visitors at the annual Red, White, and Kaboom event.
Downtown Lakeland will transform into a massive celebration Friday as city officials prepare for up to 50,000 visitors at the annual Red, White, and Kaboom event.
Publix releases new limited-edition ice cream for summer
Publix has launched three limited-edition ice cream and frozen yogurt flavors to help shoppers cool down during the hot summer months.
Publix has launched three limited-edition ice cream and frozen yogurt flavors to help shoppers cool down during the hot summer months.
Winter Haven native crowned Miss Florida 2026 in Lakeland
A Winter Haven native is Florida's newest titleholder after Alexandra de Roos was crowned Miss Florida 2026 Saturday night at the RP Funding Center's Youkey Theatre in Lakeland.
A Winter Haven native is Florida's newest titleholder after Alexandra de Roos was crowned Miss Florida 2026 Saturday night at the RP Funding Center's Youkey Theatre in Lakeland.
One dead, another critical after bicycle and scooter head-on collision
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash that left one person dead and another with critical injuries.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a crash that left one person dead and another with critical injuries.