Lakeland city commissioners approved a $1.2 million contract to build an educational center at Se7en Wetlands Park. The 2,000 ...

From housing to restaurants, here's a look at what's planned at the Ashmont, Lakeland Town Square and The Lake District ...

The commission that certifies nominees to Florida’s highest court has nominated six people as possible replacements for Justice Charles Canady. Three of them have ties to Polk County, including one ...

LAKELAND, Fla. — Movie magic is being made in parts of Polk County. A local author is bringing his book to the big screen while showcasing several Lakeland businesses along the way. One of the ...

A 6-year-old boy from Lakeland, Florida, died after falling unconscious during a physical education class. Mes’sia Washington's parents said he showed an aptitude for math and science, even though he ...

A Florida man fatally shot his wife and critically wounded his stepdaughter before taking his own life after an argument over an NFL game. Jason Kenney, 47, died by suicide after killing his wife, ...

The Lakeland Arts Association is launching a new joint venture aimed at creating an arts hub in Lakeland. Along with the building owner, the association is opening the Depot Arts District on Memorial ...

A new fire station in North Lakeland is planned to break ground in early 2026. The station's design includes features to improve firefighter health and reduce response times. The initial construction ...

The planned revitalization of Lakeland's Munn Park has been delayed due to a lack of funding. A Confederate monument was removed from the park in 2019, and some tables and benches were removed during ...