Lakeland

Daily Ridge September 11

On Thursday, September 10, 2026, PCSO deputies arrested 42-year-old Jessica Vlasac of Lakeland, charging her with aggravated child abuse (F1) resulting in the death of a 3-month-old infant who was in her care. According to the affidavit, at approximately 11:58 p.m. on Sunday,…

Daily Ridge September 10

Lakeland Commission Approves Higher Drought Fines, Lower Electric Fuel Charge and New Airport Uber Fee City commissioners also approved a $400,000 stormwater planning project during Tuesday’s meeting. By Daily Ridge Staff LAKELAND, Fla. — Sept. 8, 2026 Lakeland residents could…

Daily Ridge September 10

Troopers say a 25-year-old woman was arrested on multiple charges after allegedly driving the wrong way on the Polk Parkway before being stopped with a PIT maneuver. By Daily Ridge Staff LAKELAND, Fla. — Sept. 9, 2026 A 25-year-old woman was arrested early Wednesday after…

Daily Ridge September 10

Bartow Sweeps Lake Wales; Winter Haven Tops McKeel 3-1 Yellow Jackets hit 7-0 on Tuesday, then fell to Strawberry Crest on Wednesday and sit at 7-1. Winter Haven takes a four-set road win in Lakeland. By Daily Ridge Staff POLK COUNTY, Fla. — Sept. 10, 2026 Polk County volleyball…

Daily Ridge September 10

75-year old Kenneth Williams was a pedestrian at the intersection of US 98 North and Marcum Road in Lakeland, when he was hit by a southbound vehicle at about 6:30 a.m. on Friday, September 10, 2021. Mr. Williams was taken to the hospital with what appeared to be non-life…

Daily Ridge September 8

By Ethan Jones: It was once again time for football for the Dreadnaughts as they came into their season opener in front of the Dreadnaught faithful under the Friday night lights at historic Bryant Stadium. The (1-0) Lakeland Dreadnaughts came into the game after a dominant 47-0…