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 ...

Patricia Eileen Smith November 17th, 1947 - December 24th, 2025 Patricia Eileen Smith, 78, of Haines City, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at Lake Mariam Health and Rehab Center ...

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 ...

A powered paraglider flight ended with an unexpected ocean landing Friday just before noon off Singer Island. According to officials, a 52-year-old man from Pompano Beach was flying a powered ...

For generations, America's veterans have borne not only the visible scars of battle but also the hidden wounds of war. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, traumatic brain injury and ...

David Faces off Against the Animation Industry’s Goliath by James Coulter Disney’s animated output in the 2020s has stumbled, leaving room for other studios to rise as unexpected Davids against the ...

The Oasis Program aims to bring together young adults with special needs to help them stay active, develop friendships and build skills. Join us for games, crafts, food and fun! ⏰10 to 11:30 ...

On Saturday, January 10, 2026, at about 10:19 pm, deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office responded to a crash scene at County Road 54 and O’Connor Road, northwest of Lakeland. The crash was a ...

Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that the Office of Statewide Prosecution secured the conviction of Hernando Thompson, Jr., 36, of Orlando, for his leadership role in the Blood-affiliated ...

Polk County Parks and Recreation is inviting seniors ages 55 and older to set sail for a fun-filled, cruise-themed social event later this month in Lakeland. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to ...

Turning your living room – the hub of seasonal entertaining – into a winter retreat can be simple with a few thoughtful updates. From the color palette and textiles to lighting and subtle seasonal ...