The following is an article from history.com On April 10, 1866, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is founded in New York City by philanthropist and diplomat Henry ...

By Anita Todd HAINES CITY – Former City Commissioner Horace West and political newcomer Lekia Johnson will face off in a runoff election for Haines City Commission Seat 2 on May 5. During the April 7 ...

For those seeking a true rodeo-style experience in Polk County, the Bartow Ag Center Horse Arena provides a dedicated space for horseback riding and western-style events in a professional setting.

The City once again will recognize Herbert Dixon Day in Bartow, this year on April 11. Mr. Dixon, a local golfing legend, was born in 1919 in Dade City, FL, and moved to Bartow at age eight and has ...

Polk County is temporarily suspending the countywide burn ban, which went into effect on Nov. 25, 2025. The burn ban suspension will last until 11:59 p.m. on April 16, 2026. “The recent heavy rains ...

On April 2, 2026, PCSO Cyber Crimes detectives arrested 50-year-old Christopher Burnside of Lakeland and charged him with 46 counts promoting sexual performance of a child after receipt of NCMEC ...

Families in Lakeland are invited to a fun and interactive experience this month as Children’s Theater presents Snow White! Hosted at the Lakeland Public Library, this special program gives kids the ...

Diabetes and kidney disease are major risk factors for heart disease, yet many cases are undiagnosed. In fact, most people don’t realize their heart, kidney and metabolic health — how the body creates ...

A suspect wanted in connection with a fatal shooting outside a Lakeland nightclub in February has now been taken into custody, marking a significant development in the case. According to the Lakeland ...

A crash involving a semi occurred Tuesday morning, April 7, 2026, along SR-400 in Polk County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say the incident happened around 10:10 a.m. when a semi ...

LAKELAND – A fatal crash occurred this afternoon on the Polk Parkway near Clark Road, prompting a major emergency response from Polk County Fire Rescue and the Florida Highway Patrol. The collision ...