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THE ASHLEY GIBSON BARNETT MUSEUM OF ART ANNOUNCES OPENING OF THE MEDICI DYNASTY: RENAISSANCE IN FLORENCE EXHIBITION

Lakeland, Florida · Lakeland

THE ASHLEY GIBSON BARNETT MUSEUM OF ART ANNOUNCES OPENING OF THE MEDICI DYNASTY: RENAISSANCE IN FLORENCE EXHIBITION

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LAKELAND, Fla., Dec. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art at Florida Southern College is pleased to announce the opening of The Medici Dynasty: Renaissance in Florence, an exclusive exhibition on view from Dec. 13, 2025,…See the Story

Driver Suffers Critical Injuries in Crash with Winter Haven Fire Engine, Police Say

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Driver Suffers Critical Injuries in Crash with Winter Haven Fire Engine, Police Say

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An SUV driver suffered critical injuries upon striking a Winter Haven fire truck that was turning at an intersection, according to police.See the Story

Evicted Teen Roommate Charged In Brutal Murder Of 67-Year-Old Davenport Man

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Evicted Teen Roommate Charged In Brutal Murder Of 67-Year-Old Davenport Man

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DAVENPORT, Fla. – A 19-year-old man is facing first-degree murder charges after Polk County detectives say he broke into a Davenport home and brutally killed his former roommate for cash. The investigation began Sunday afternoon in the Polo Park neighborhood when a friend of the victim, 67-year-old John Joseph Torneo, went to check on him. […] Evicted Teen Roommate Charged In Brutal Murder Of 67-Year-Old Davenport Man See the Story

Wedgewood changes approved, swapping many of the apartments for townhomes,

Commissioners voted 5-1 to amend zoning for the former Wedgewood Golf Course, swapping many of the apartments for townhomes and adding a second access point for drivers. Commissioner Guy LaLonde Jr. dissented. The approval followed… The post Wedgewood changes approved, swapping many of the apartments for townhomes, but concerns about maintenance and drainage remain appeared first on .Lakeland, Florida · Lakeland Read Article

$9.2 million pedestrian bridge axed by Lakeland Commissioners

After more than 15 years of planning and just months before work was set to begin, Lakeland commissioners voted to halt plans. City Attorney Palmer Davis said the bridge was among many rail-related projects stripped of funding when state lawmakers approved House Bill 7031 during the 2025 Legislative Session. The steelLakeland, Florida · Lakeland Read Article

Nixon’s Late Three Sends Fire to Bracket Final

SEU Men’s Basketball continued its December surge Tuesday night, as Jayson Nixon buried a go-ahead three-pointer with 2.5 seconds remaining to lift the Fire to an 86-83 win over Rio Grande at… The post Nixon’s Late Three Sends Fire to Bracket Final appeared first on .Fire · Lakeland Read Article

Season’s greetings from PCPS guardians!

For the fifth year, a group of our safety guardians partnered with the Kiwanis Club of Mulberry to provide Christmas gifts for PCPS students. Children from Purcell Elementary, Sikes Elementary and Willow Oak School each received a $100 Walmart gift card, and went shopping with PCPS guardians and Kiwanis members. ThanksMulberry, Florida · Mulberry Read Article

Fredricks Etch Her Named into the Record Books as Patriots Tame Bulldogs

Lakeland, FL – Patriots senior Zaram Fredricks etched her named into the program's record books as she grabbed 25 rebounds as the #18 Cumberlands women's basketball team defeated Tennessee Wesleyan 85-48 Tuesday afternoon at the Southeastern Classic. With the win, UC improves to 13-1 on the season and extend their win streak to seven straight.Basketball · Lakeland Read Article

Mochinut opens its doors in Winter Haven with trendy sweets

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Savory treats also on the menuWinter Haven · Winter Haven Read Article

PCPS Celebrates Kiddie Christmas 2025

It’s never too early for Christmas! Today was PCPS’ annual Kiddie Christmas event. Every year, employees from our Information Systems and Technology (IST) division raise money to provide gifts for students in need. This year the IST team raised approximately $5,500 from PCPS employees and donors. The money was usedLakeland, Florida · Lakeland Read Article

A Holiday Show, "It's Christmas!"

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The Bartow Adult Concert Band Performs holiday tunesLakeland, Florida · Lakeland Read Article

Search underway for suspect in Winter Haven shooting that left 1 injured

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Investigators in Winter Haven are searching for a suspect believed to be involved in a shooting that happened over the weekend.Winter Haven · Winter Haven Read Article

IMLCA Players Summit: These were the top '27 midfielders

DAVENPORT, Fla. — The recruiting window for juniors and sophomores holds many uncertainties. However, one thing remains true -- the IMLCA Players Summit is one of the biggest stages a player can perform on. It’s one of the only events on the recruiting calendar that delivers more than 100 college coaches in one place at one time. This year, there were more than 15 club teams with players from the region that participated in the '27 and '28 AA di…Davenport, Florida · Davenport Read Article