Lyft passenger drops pants during ride, then offers odd explanation, Florida cops say
A Lyft ride-share trip turned bizarre when the driver realized her passenger had taken down his pants during the ride, according to investigators in Florida. It happened Wednesday, March 5, shortly after the man requested a ride home from a Walmart in Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Avelo Airlines adds 7th nonstop route from Lakeland airport
Avelo Airlines is starting to take off to a new destination on Thursday. The airline began nonstop service between Central Florida’s Lakeland International Airport and Nashville International Airport.
Lottery player wins $121,000 jackpot prize in Florida. Where was the ticket sold?
A lottery player has a lot to celebrate after scoring a life-changing prize in Florida. The player bought a Fantasy 5 game ticket that matched all the numbers picked in the March 5 evening drawing, making it worth more than $121,000, results show. The winning numbers: 5-14-18-19-22.
Florida man accused of taking out ‘man bits’ in back of Lyft ride from Walmart to mobile home park: PCSO
A Florida man found himself in handcuffs after deputies say he was caught with his pants down in the back of a Lyft.
Avelo Airlines announces nonstop flights from Nashville to Lakeland, Florida
Avelo Airlines announced on Thursday a new nonstop flight between Nashville International Airport (BNA) and Florida's Lakeland International Airport (LAL).The service runs twice per week on Thursdays and Sundays with one-way flights starting at $45 according to the airline.

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New direct flight from Nashville to Lakeland, FL, offered by Avelo Airlines
Travelers have a new option to travel nonstop between Nashville and Lakeland, Florida. Avelo Airlines announced the new route beginning Thursday out of Nashville International Airport (BNA). The flights happen twice a week,
Florida kayaker airlifted to safety after being bitten by alligator
A 911 recording details the chaotic scene that unfolded after the woman was attacked by an alligator at a Florida nature preserve.
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Kelli Stargel promoted to VP for strategic initiatives at Florida Poly
Former Sen. Kelli Stargel will serve as the new Vice President for Strategic Initiatives, Development, and External Relations at Florida Polytechnic University, the Lakeland-based STEM school announced.
Central Florida Christian Academy rallies but falls in FHSAA girls basketball 1A state semifinal
The Eagles made a valiant run but came up short Tuesday at RP Funding Center. They missed 10 free throws. “I harp on my players about free-throw shooting,” coach Tommie Butts said. “It came back
See photos of Week One of the Florida High School State Championship basketball games
Photos from the Boys’ Class 1A, 2A, 3A, and Girls’ Class 2A Florida High School State Championship Basketball Games in Lakeland.