You are invited to sponsor and decorate a Christmas tree along our enchanting Christmas Tree Trail. It will be located at the Lake Alfred Public Library grass lot. Once it is complete, it will be open ...

Looking for something fun for the kids to do after early dismissal? Bring them over to the Larry R. Jackson Branch Library on November 21 from 2:30–3:30 PM for an afternoon of creativity! Kids can ...

The Gate Church in Davenport is gearing up for one of its most meaningful traditions of the year—its annual Thanksgiving Meal Giveaway. This community-focused event provides families in need with a ...

The timestamps show the conversations occurred in July 2025, which was the same period when Daily Ridge was requesting information regarding several issues at Polk State College. These included ...

This Thanksgiving, Downtown Lakeland is adding a brand-new tradition to the holiday season. On Thursday, November 27 at 6:00 PM, the city will light the very first Christmas tree ever placed in Munn ...

An Auburndale woman was arrested after police say she showed multiple signs of impairment during a traffic stop on Thursday night, according to an arrest affidavit filed with the Polk County Clerk of ...

The holiday season is right around the corner, and Davenport is getting ready to celebrate one of its most beloved traditions — the annual Christmas Parade and Winterfest! Mark your calendars for ...

On November 14, 1851, Moby-Dick is published. Now considered a great classic of American literature—with one of the most famous opening lines in fiction: “Call me Ishmael”—the book about Captain Ahab ...

Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR) crews battled two large silo fires at a local business near the intersection of Lasso Lane and Maine Avenue in Lakeland Thursday night. Polk County Fire Rescue crews ...

Stars of Land of the Lost and Other Retro TV Shows Appearing at Bartow Con 2025 by James Coulter Sean L. Serdynski grew up watching the classic Saturday morning television show Land of the Lost. Now h ...

There’s plenty happening across Polk County this weekend! From festive family events to live music and community celebrations, here are a few local highlights you won’t want to miss. 🎄 15th Annual ...

Lakeland Police have announced an arrest in the 2018 murder of 14-year-old Rex Honors IV, bringing closure to a case that has remained unsolved for more than seven years. The suspect is the victim’s ...