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Lakeland Senior Faces Life Imprisonment for Fentanyl Distribution Leading to Death
Kenneth Bernard Graham, 67, of Lakeland, has been charged with distributing fentanyl resulting in death. This arrest follows an indictment announced by United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg on June 30, 2024. According to the indictment, on September 10, 2022, Graham distributed a substance containing a detectable amount of fentanyl...
NOT ONLY A RELIGION BUT ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE
1 Timothy 3: 16a “All scripture is given by inspiration of God,”. The passing of a law in Oklahoma to teach the Bible in every classroom is not to advocate a state religion. It is not to begin a state of Christian Nationalism and it certainly is not an attempt to ram a belief into the minds of children as has been done with other ideologies.
Study finds Lakeland metro area among least educated in US
The Lakeland metro area is one of the least educated in the United States, according to a study from WalletHub. The study looked at the 150 largest metro areas across several metrics, including the share of adults with high school or college diplomas, plus the quality of the public school system and universities.
Lakeland’s City Garage Motorsports set to make on-track debut
Inside a nondescript auto repair shop along Combee Road in Lakeland sits the newest team under the NASCAR umbrella. The owner of the shop, Stuart Weiss, just couldn’t help but turn his childhood passion into his newest business. “I’ve just been a racing fan my whole life and grew...
Will IRA Withdrawals Affect My Medicare Premiums?
I hope you can give me some information about a question that has come up in my family. My husband is retired and has reached full retirement age. He is considering withdrawing money from an IRA to pay off our mortgage. We are wondering what, if any, penalties may be incurred on Social Security, Medicare, and income tax. Thank you for your help in this matter. Signed: Concerned Taxpayer.
FAU survey shows 45% of Floridians think Democrats should replace Joe Biden as presidential nominee
The first major public opinion survey taken in Florida following last week’s presidential debate shows that 45% of all Floridians would like to see the Democratic party replace Joe Biden as the party’s presidential nominee, with 40% saying that the party should stay with the incumbent. The survey...
Movies and TV shows casting in Lakeland
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red-carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey.
H&M retail workers in Lakeland seek to unionize
Retail workers at an H&M clothing store in Lakeland Square Mall are seeking to unionize with the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), less than two months after workers at a store in Melbourne made history by voting to become Florida’s first unionized H&M. According to Ed Chambers, president...
Donald Trump’s Path to Presidency Becomes Clearer After Ratings Change
Former President Donald Trump’s path to the presidency has become clearer after a major election forecaster changed its ratings following last week’s presidential debate. President Joe Biden is facing widespread criticism over his performance in the debate, as he sounded hoarse and mumbled through his answers. Many Democrats, including one member of Congress, are calling for Biden to exit the race, arguing he is no longer the candidate most able to argue why Trump should not return to the White House or present the Democratic Party’s vision on issues like abortion and the economy.
Florida man arrested after allegedly trying to withdraw 1 cent from bank
A Florida man is facing a felony robbery charge after he allegedly tried to withdraw 1 cent from a bank in Sumter County. The incident happened just before 2 p.m. on Saturday at the Chase Bank on US-441 in Lady Lake, according to an arrest affidavit from the Sumter County Sheriff’s Office.
FENTANYL TRAFFICKING ARREST
On Monday, July 1, 2024, around 10 a.m., officers stopped Luis Arroyo of Tampa (age 31) for a traffic infraction in the 1000 block of West Memorial Boulevard. Arroyo was visibly nervous and his vehicle smelled like marijuana. With the assistance of K9 DARLA, officers located a box containing numerous...
COVID is surging and this is the No. 1 symptom of the FLiRT variant
The U.S. is experiencing a summer surge of COVID cases with emergency room visits and deaths from the virus all increasing. The latest figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show emergency room visits increased more than 23% from June 16 to June 22 and death due to COVID was up 14.3% in recent weeks. The percentage of all U.S. deaths from COVID remains low, however, at 0.8%, and all indicators remain far below past surges.
Curry Leaves announces Lakeland expansion, with plans for a full weekend Indian buffet
Curry Leaves, renowned as one of Tampa’s premier destinations for authentic Indian cuisine, has announced expansion plans. While the official address and opening timeline for the new restaurant remain under wraps, those eager for updates can keep up with the restaurant on its website and Facebook. The owners did note the new restaurant will be located “right off of exit 32 on I-4 on US Hwy 98 N” in Lakeland.
Lake Mirror Classic: Even bigger and better for 2024
More than 50,000 attended last year’s Lake Mirror Classic Concours & Car Show, and this year’s 25th-anniversary edition is set to be even “bigger and better,” according to event director Robert D’Angelo. He gave some good reasons to back up that claim. At least 10...
Florida grower likely source in salmonella outbreak tied to cucumbers
A multistate investigation by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the Food and Drug Administration has identified a Florida grower as a likely source in an outbreak caused by salmonella-tainted cucumbers. Amidst the month-long investigation – during which 449 people in 31 states and the District of...
Update Your Voter Record
Polk County voters who have moved or changed their name are encouraged to update their record with the Elections Office before the August 20th Statewide Primary Election. It’s also important to notify the Elections Office if your signature has changed. Many changes can be made by calling the Elections...
Supreme Court Impeachment Plan Released by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez announced plans to introduce articles of impeachment against the U.S. Supreme Court justices on Monday after the court ruled that presidents have immunity for official actions. The court on Monday ruled that former presidents have absolute immunity for official acts but no immunity for private acts. The...
Biden administration proposes worker heat protections
The Biden administration is moving forward with a proposal that would require heat protections for workers across the country after Gov. Ron DeSantis this spring signed a law barring Florida local governments from imposing such requirements on businesses. The federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration on Tuesday released a proposed...
Woman Left ‘Crying in Awe’ After Finding Dream Art Deco Thrift Piece in Lakeland
The Art Deco era may have happened a long time ago but it is still a popular vintage look that many homeowners strive to achieve in their homes. Art Deco was an extremely- and still is- popular design style of the 1920’s trialing into the 30’s. It has a strange feel to it, living somewhere between past and present with often geometric designs made of man-made materials, boosting bright colors that are often mixed in with black and white.
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