Category Archives: Local News
NY Times Agrees To Sell The Ledger
The New York Times Co. has reached an agreement to sell its Regional Media Group [...]
Friends Remember LPD Officer Crispin at Funeral
Margarita Crispin’s hand trembled as she brought a blue rose to her lips. She kissed [...]
Polk Colleges Hold Graduation Ceremonies
As the holiday season unfolds, hundreds of students who have attended Polk County institutions are [...]
Program Helps Those With Mental Illness Learn New Skills
When Luis Rivas became director of Club Success in March 2010, clubhouse members tested his [...]
Toys Bring Back Memories at Depot Museum
Once kids finish playing with this year’s toys, they may want see what toys brought [...]
Rain Bringing Colder Weather as Year Ends
Put away your T-shirts and pull out your sweaters. Winter finally arrived Tuesday. The balmy [...]
EDC Director: Incentives Will Bring Business to Haines City
Haines City now has an official business incentive program, which city and Economic Development Council [...]
Decision Coming on New Lake Wales Utility Rates
City commissioners in Lake Wales will face a decision on increasing utility rates. Mayor Mike [...]
Man Treated For Burn From Auburndale Apartment Fire
The state Fire Marshal is investigating what caused a fire at a two-story apartment building [...]
Visitation for Officer Crispin Set to Begin
For 18 months, Arnulfo Crispin worked the night shift protecting Lakeland, and on Monday community [...]