Lakeland

Lakeland and Polk County approve incentives, tax breaks for 200 new tech jobs and capital investment in downtown properties.

The nostalgic exhibition is the Lakeland museum's largest show since it was first established in 1966.

Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau shows that Florida had four of the five fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the country from 2022 to 2023, led by the area that includes The Villages.

Katie Seeright's daughter, Adeline, suffers from Aicardi syndrome, which prevents then 6-year-old from being able to take care of herself.

Polk is also the seventh-fastest growing county in the country, driven by a younger demographic, according to a study.

Florida’s old phosphate mines have been turned into housing developments, parks, bass lakes, golf courses and restored habitat. Does “reclaiming” live up to the claims?

The challenge alleges that the project could damage a city wellfield that plays a key role in Lakeland’s water supply.

Of the 100 largest metro areas rated by Lending Tree, two other Florida cities made the top 10: Jacksonville was No. 5 and North Port was No. 6.

Lakeland Police Chief Sam Taylor said a Jan. 30 shooting in which 11 men were injured appeared to be retaliation for an unpaid drug debt and state charges are expected.

The two men were indicted on federal charges and face a maximum of 15 years in prison.

In the days following the drive-by shooting, some Lakeland officials have pushed for increased surveillance to catch the gunmen and prevent future crimes.

Fourth of July is fast approaching, which means it’s time to start planning which fun-filled events to attend throughout the greater Tampa Bay region.