Across Florida, FL|News|
FL Man Sues Outback Over Shattered Toilet Seat: Reports
A FL man is suing Outback claiming he suffered “severe bodily injury” when a toilet seat shattered underneath him at its Ocala restaurant.
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Lakeland|News|
🌱 Patch AM: How will Lakeland change without Bill Mutz in the mayor’s seat?
Be sure to catch Blast Off to the Holidays Camp on the Lakeland Patch calendar
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4 Money Moves Millionaires Swear By (That Anyone Can Try)
Big goals start with small steps. Try these simple ways to make your money work harder for you.
Lakeland|News|
🌱 Patch AM: How a once-reluctant swimmer became Polk County’s fastest in the pool
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Tampa, FL|News|
Arctic Blast Freezes FL For New Year’s Eve
Parts of Florida are under a freeze warning, while most of the state faces a cold weather advisory as Arctic air moves south.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
6 FL Cities Among The Best Places To Celebrate New Year’s Eve, Analysts Say
A Florida city is ranked the top town for celebrating New Year's Eve 2026, and five other cities also made the list.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Lakeland|News|
🌱 Patch AM: Sunset over Snowy Pines and 11 more events
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Lakeland|News|
FL Man, Shot Killed Wife During Argument About ‘Monday Night Football’: Sheriff
The Lakeland man also shot his 13-year-old stepdaughter, critically injuring her, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Lakeland|News|
Active Church Member, Father Faces 76 Child Porn Charges: Polk County Sheriff
An Auburndale father and active church member was found with 76 child pornography photos and videos, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Lakeland|News|
🌱 Patch AM: FL Man, Shot Killed Wife During Argument About ‘Monday Night Football’: Sheriff
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