The Christmas spirit is growing, and the Haines City Fire Department is excited to welcome families back for this year’s Santa at the Station celebration. Taking place on December 20, 2025, from 11:00 ...

A group of about 20 young people allegedly caused so much disruption at a local sports field the last weekend of November that a youth football tournament was forced to relocate. Eyewitnesses reported ...

Plan for traffic delays in both directions on Lake Hatchineha Road into 2026, according to Duke Energy. They are currently working near Sandhill Elementary School at Tyner Road. Power crews are now ...

Mulberry is getting into the holiday spirit as the city prepares for its annual Christmas Parade, set to roll through town on Saturday, December 13th at 6:00 p.m. This year’s theme, “All Creatures ...

Wacky Wednesday Florida News The Volusia Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to lock their vehicles after an unusual auto theft and crash at Bicentennial Park on 8. According to deputies, a man ...

Waddle into storytime this week in Lakeland Lakeland Public Library (Main) Storytime -- Wednesday December 10 @ 10am Larry R. Jackson Branch Storytime -- Thursday December 11th @ 10am Lakeland Public ...

Ring in the season with festive music and sweet treats at this year’s Jingle and Mingle event at the Polk County History Center. Guests can enjoy holiday cookies while listening to live Christmas ...

On Sunday, December 14, 2025, Haines City will proudly host IRONMAN 70.3 Florida, where athletes from across the region will take on a 1.2-mile swim, 56-mile bike ride, and 13.1-mile run. This all-day ...

Lakeland families are invited to wrap up the year with a festive afternoon of storytelling and fun as the Lakeland Public Library presents its final Children’s Theater program of 2025. This month’s ...

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has arrested eight teenagers who were caught in the act of conspiring to steal more than $2,000 worth of merchandise from Dick’s Sporting Goods in Posner Plaza, ...

The PCSO Traffic Homicide Unit is investigating a single vehicle crash following a hit-and-run that resulted in the death of the fleeing driver and leaving the passenger in critical condition. The ...

Pets are more than companions - they're family - and keeping them healthy can be simple, enjoyable and rewarding. Today's pet parents may be busier than ever, yet they're also more committed to ...