A sitting Haines City city commissioner had her city wages briefly subject to a court ordered garnishment tied to a civil judgment involving a vehicle related debt owed jointly by her and her husband, ...

Wacky Wednesday Florida News Earlier this month, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office handled a rather unusual eviction—one involving a 14-foot, 600-pound alligator. According to the Sheriff’s Office, ...

Welcome, World Travelers! Mattel Plans New Indoor WaterPark in Orlandoby James Coulter Orlando is home to three major theme parks: Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld. However, a fourth theme park may ...

In a holiday season crowded with everything from mouthwatering cakes, cookies and pies to "fa-la-la-la" forgettable fruitcakes, the dessert table can bring you comfort and joy or sweet-tooth dismay.

Nestled at 4872 Indian Oak Dr., Mulberry, FL 33860, the Alafia River Reserve is a peaceful 334-acre natural haven in west-central Polk County. Jointly purchased by Polk County and the Southwest ...

James Coulter What could be better than seeing more than 60 old-fashioned houses and farming equipment decorated with Christmas lights? How about doing so while helping make other people's holidays ...

As your sun-kissed glow gives way to crisp winter air, your skin may start to feel the effects of cooler, drier weather. Yet, with the right care, it's possible to maintain that healthy, luminous look ...

Haines City is wrapping up 2025 with one more unforgettable event—the Centennial Celebration on the Ridge, a special community gathering honoring 100 years of history, progress, and hometown pride.

At the City Commission meeting earlier this month, Micki Bond was recognized as the Employee of the Year. Finance Director Amber Deaton said, we have the privilege of recognizing someone whose ...