Those looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate Valentine’s Day are invited to attend the Brushes and Bites – Valentine’s Day Edition, hosted by Haines City Parks and Recreation. The event will ...

Taking care of your heart with healthy behaviors may be at the top of your wellness priority list already, and there may be good news about the effects of adhering to expert recommendations. New infor ...

A Palm Harbor man was injured following a single-vehicle crash Sunday morning on State Road 570 in Polk County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred on January 19, 2026, at ...

Glazed Barbecue Chicken Thighs by James Coulter Barbecue season is upon us in Polk County, a time when cities across the county fire up their grills and host their own barbecue competitions. Lakeland ...

FOODEESFEST is taking over Lakeland Square Mall for a three-day Food & Culture Festival packed with incredible eats, local creativity, and feel-good community vibes. From savory street food to ...

A 19-year-old Plant City man was killed Friday night following a three-vehicle crash on State Road 39 in Hillsborough County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred at ...

What began as a routine traffic stop quickly escalated into a high-speed chase, a six-vehicle crash, and a major drug trafficking arrest Thursday afternoon in Lakeland, according to Sergeant Steve ...

The 18th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, prohibiting the “manufacture, sale, or transportation of intoxicating liquors for beverage purposes,” is ratified by the requisite number of states on 1919 ...

A disturbance was reported at a car wash in Davenport on Tuesday afternoon, January 13th. At around 2:30 pm, PCSO deputies responded and met with an employee at the car wash. The employee reported ...

A commercial motor vehicle crash temporarily disrupted traffic along Interstate 75 in Hillsborough County early Thursday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around ...

January 9, 2026 Kevin M. Chioma, age 69, passed away Fri 9, 2026. He was born October 29, 1956 in Avon Park, FL. Kevin was a Veteran in the US Army. He was a Railroad Safety Inspector for the Florida ...