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Tampa Free Press TFP

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Dozens Arrested In October Polk County DUI Crackdown

PCSO POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested 60 people...

Polk County, FL · 2d

The Ledger

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Auburndale project puts data center opponents in 'whack-a-mole' mode

(This article was revised with updated information on a public workshop Nov. 10.) Opposition has quickly emerged to a planned data center in Auburndale . Magdalene DuPree, a Lakeland resident who has spoken publicly against proposed facilities in Fort Meade and Lakeland , said that she and others plan to express objections at the next Auburndale City Commission meeting. The city has scheduled a public workshop about the data center for Nov. 10 at 6:30 p.m. in the Ariana Suite of the Lake Ariana Civic Center, 2220 Lake Ariana Blvd. The next regular city commission meeting is Nov. 16. “It’s once again like playing whack-a-mole,” DuPree said. “We know that Polk County is a target area for the data center industry, and our county leadership has failed us when they approved the tax breaks (for the Fort Meade project). And now it's up to city leadership to react appropriately and proactively. So, we need everybody there, even if you don't live in Auburndale. Every time there is another city being targeted, all of Polk County needs to show up.” As The Ledger first reported, Hillwood Development Company, based in Texas, filed an application Nov. 4 for a building permit on

Auburndale, FL · 2d

uncoveringflorida.com

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Half-Pound Burgers And Smoked Brisket Keep Hungry Drivers Coming Back To This Lakeland BBQ Dive

A half-pound beef patty topped with smoked brisket sounds like a dare. At one small roadside spot in Florida, it’s simply lunch. The kitchen opens at 7 AM, and breakfast runs all day. That means a brisket omelette is fair game at noon, and a smoked meat burger is fair game at sunrise. I like a menu that refuses to watch the clock.

Lakeland, FL · 13h
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Cajun-Creole Specialties Make This Old-School Lakeland Restaurant Worth The Drive

Oreo beignets. Fried blue crab claws. A redfish dish crowned with crab meat. That lineup alone tells you this kitchen does not play it safe. The menu leans hard into New Orleans flavor. Jambalaya, etouffee, red beans and rice, and boudin balls all share space here. I like how a place far from the bayou commits this fully to Cajun-Creole cooking.

Lakeland, FL · 2d
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Attack of the Fanboy

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Woman catches a security guard walking through her yard to inspect her fence. Then she realizes who he is actually working for: ‘Not on my watch’

Talk about crossing the line.

Davenport, FL · 6h

Tampa Free Press TFP

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Midday Highway Standoff Ends In Scuffle Between Pedestrian And Polk County Deputy

Galena Ginene Golden POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Midday traffic on U.S. 92 ground to a...

Polk County, FL · 3d

West Orlando News

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Armed Central Florida Man Arrested after Threats to Kill, Physical Violence

An armed Central Florida man was arrested after making threats to kill and physical violence. The post Armed Central Florida Man Arrested after Threats to Kill, Physical Violence appeared first on West Orlando News .

Davenport, FL · 1d

Tampa Free Press TFP

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Target Shoplifting Arrest In Davenport Leads To Serial Theft Charges, ICE Hold

Ana Karina Lezama Rodriguez DAVENPORT, Fla. — A 30-year-old woman was arrested last Thursday afternoon...

Davenport, FL · 21h

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Cole Swindell Rolls Into Bartow Ford Nov. 14, Keys to a New F-150 Up for Grabs

Country hitmaker Cole Swindell is headlining a concert on a car lot in Bartow on November 14, and the dealership hosting him is giving away a brand-new Ford F-150 to go with the show. Bartow Ford's Concert on the Lot kicks off with gates opening at 5 p.m., with Lakeland native McCoy Moore warming up the crowd before Swindell takes the stage.

Bartow, FL · 2d

Guessing Headlights

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Florida Grandma Takes $15 Halloween Ghost for Grandkids, Ends Up With Six Criminal Charges, Sherif Says

A Florida grandmother’s decision to take a $15 Halloween ghost for her grandchildren ended with six criminal charges and a story Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd clearly enjoyed telling. By the time he finished his ... Read more

Polk County, FL · 2d

Tampa Bay 28

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Polk County teachers set to receive $3,700 pay increase after referendum passes

Polk County teachers say they feel valued and supported after voters overwhelmingly approved a property tax increase to boost education funding.

Polk County, FL · 2d

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Polk County Democrat helps break supermajority in Florida House

DAVENPORT, Fla. — For the first time in more than a decade, Polk County is sending a Democrat to the Florida Legislature. Octavio Hernandez defeated Republican incumbent Hillary Holey in House District 51, helping Democrats break a supermajority in Tallahassee. Since winning a seat, Hernandez said the response from...

Polk County, FL · 2d

Lakeland Gazette

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Celebrating 110 Years: Inside New Bethel A.M.E. Church’s Historic Milestone in Lakeland

As Lakeland’s Northwest District commissioner, I’m proud to have this wonderful church in the district I serve. Tonya and I were honored to worship with Rev. Dr. Nathan Mugala and the New Bethel church family this morning and celebrate this milestone with them. It was great to hear...

Lakeland, FL · 1d

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Things to Do This Weekend in Polk County: Christmas Comes Early in Bartow and Lakeland Goes Country! Nov. 6–8

Stroll Lakeland’s First Friday with your best Western look, because Kentucky Avenue is going absolutely COUNTRY! Or, head on over to First Friday in Downtown Winter Haven for shopping and live music at Bowen Yard and the Ritz!. Ready or not, Christmas opens in Bartow on Saturday as the...

Polk County, FL · 2d

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Publix Expands in Polk County: New Shopping Center Signals More Commercial Real Estate Opportunities in Central Florida

Publix Super Markets is making another move in Central Florida’s commercial real estate market, with the Lakeland-based grocery giant set to anchor a new shopping center in Polk County, Florida. The development, reported by the Tampa Bay Business Journal on November 9, 2026, adds to a growing list of grocery-anchored retail projects reshaping one of Florida’s important commercial growth corridors.

Polk County, FL · 5h

Gadget Review

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AI Cameras on School Buses Now Trigger Hundreds of Thousands of Fines for Passing Drivers

School bus stop-arm cameras have issued $92 million in fines across 24 states, but audits show no proof of improved child safety.

Montgomery County, MD · 2h

WFLA

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Polk county trashes pilot program aimed at curbing illegal dumping around Haines City

Polk County is throwing out a pilot program aimed at reducing illegal dumping after cases actually went up in the target area.

Polk County, FL · 2d

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Downtown Lakeland Hosts First Italian Festival Under the Stars Tonight

Downtown Lakeland is set for its first taste of Italy tonight, as the Lakeland Italian Festival “Under the Stars” takes over South Kentucky Avenue from 5 to 10 p.m. with free admission, live performances and a cannoli eating contest. The inaugural event is hosted by the Italian American Club of Central Florida and promises an evening of family fun, authentic food, vendors, and live music and entertainment.

Lakeland, FL · 2d

LkldNow

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Arts and Health Week 2026 Inspires Creativity Across Lakeland

Make your mark on downtown Lakeland during the Farmers Curb Market by joining in Color Wave’s community mural. What: A free family and pet friendly outdoor festival celebrating the arts. When: Sunday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Swan Brewing, 115 W Pine St. New this year:

Lakeland, FL · 2d