Real Estate Resource Links
South Florida Resources
Amusement Parks
Monkey Jungle
Monkey Jungle is a unique wildlife park and discovery center established in 1935 in a natural subtropical forest in southern Miami-Dade County.
Miami Seaquarium
Discover South Florida’s best aquarium and favorite visitor attraction. There is no greater thrill than getting in the water with the friendly, intelligent and graceful dolphins at Dolphin Harbor, the best dolphin experience in Miami!
Miami Metro Zoo
Zoo Miami (also known as The Miami-Dade Zoological Park and Gardens) is the largest and oldest zoological garden in Florida and the only sub-tropical zoo in the continental United States.
Jungle Island
Jungle Island combines the beauty of Miami’s tropical landscape with a jungle full of extraordinary animals from around the globe.
Farichild Garden
Dr. David Fairchild worked tirelessly to bring the idea of a one of a kind botanic garden to life, and in 1938, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden opened its 83 acres to the public for the first time.
Arts & Culture
Miami City Ballet
Described by The New York Times as “an exceptional troupe, by Balanchine standards, anywhere in the world,” Miami City Ballet (MCB) is led by Artistic Director Lourdes Lopez and is considered a leader in the field.
Miami Beach 411
Our mission is to inspire, inform, and equip people to have Miami trips that are fun, affordable and culturally broadening. We value travel as a powerful way to contribute to the world in which we live. We strive to keep business practices consistent with these values.
Holocaust Memorial
n 1984, a small group of Holocaust survivors joined together to develop a permanent memorial in Miami to the six million Jews who perished at the hands of the Nazis. A year later, the Holocaust Memorial Committee was formally established as a private non-profit organization.
Frost Science Museum
The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science is now open daily. Admission is limited and a timed ticket is required for entrance. Members must also make a reservation in advance of their visit.
Florida Grand Opera
Florida Grand Opera stands as the oldest performing arts organization in Florida. FGO was formed in June 1994 by the merger of Greater Miami Opera, founded in 1941, and The Opera Guild Inc. of Fort Lauderdale, founded in 1945.
Business
Sunshine State Government
The Official Page for Sunshine State Government
Miami Beach Resident and Business Resources
City of Miami Beach 1700 Convention Center Drive Miami Beach, Florida 33139 Phone: 305.673.7000
Miami Beach 411
Our mission is to inspire, inform, and equip people to have Miami trips that are fun, affordable and culturally broadening. We value travel as a powerful way to contribute to the world in which we live. We strive to keep business practices consistent with these values.
Greater Ft Lauderdale Alliance
Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance focuses on creating, attracting, expanding and retaining high-wage jobs and capital investment in high value targeted industries, developing more vibrant communities, and improving the quality of life for our area’s citizens.
Enterprise Florida
Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI) is a public-private partnership between Florida’s business and government leaders and is the principal economic development organization for Florida. EFI’s mission is to expand and diversify the state’s economy through job creation.
Chambers of Commerce
US Chamber of Commerce
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing companies of all sizes across every sector of the economy. Our members range from the small businesses and local chambers of commerce that line the Main Streets of America to leading industry associations and large corporations
Town of Medley
The Town of Medley was incorporated in 1949 and now occupies eight square miles in northwest Miami-Dade County. The Town is primarily an industrial community with 1,100 residents and 1,800 businesses which, when adding workers and visitors together, bring the daytime weekday population to approximately over 60,000.
North Miami Chamber
Since its creation, the Chamber has been a member-driven organization that supported the economic growth and development of the City of North Miami and the surrounding area. Businesses, non-profit organizations, individuals and agencies choose to be a part of the Chamber because it is a thriving and pro-active business leadership organization.
Municipal Sites
South Florida has a total of 74 local governments in Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties. The cities, towns and villages are listed below in alphabetical order. Active names will take you to official municipal web sites.
Miami News
The Miami Herald, part of the Miami Herald Media Company (MHMC), is dedicated to serving the diverse and growing South Florida region and its people as the community’s most credible and dynamic source of news, information, and advertising solutions.
Civil & Local Services
US State Department (Passports)
This site will allow you to find the nearest location to apply for a passport. It is provided by the Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs, Office of Passport Services/Customer Service, which designates many post offices, clerks of court, public libraries and other state, county, township, and municipal government offices to accept passport applications on its behalf.
Town of Medley
The Town of Medley was incorporated in 1949 and now occupies eight square miles in northwest Miami-Dade County. The Town is primarily an industrial community with 1,100 residents and 1,800 businesses which, when adding workers and visitors together, bring the daytime weekday population to approximately over 60,000.
Municipal Sites
South Florida has a total of 74 local governments in Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties. The cities, towns and villages are listed below in alphabetical order. Active names will take you to official municipal web sites.
Miami Dade Parks
We build memorable experiences and communities through well-designed parks and open spaces that are efficient, accessible, engaging and aesthetically pleasing, guided by our Parks Open Space Master Plan.
Florida DMV
In the state of Florida, all license plates are required to be replaced every 10 years per section 320.06(1)(b), Florida Statutes. Once you have chosen a desired plate(s), see the Motor Vehicle Registrations page to learn how to apply for a license plate and registration. The department’s License Plates Rate Chart (HSMV form 83140) may help you with estimating total fees.
Education & Schools
University of Miami
A private research university with more than 17,000 students from around the world, the University of Miami is a vibrant and diverse academic community focused on teaching and learning, the discovery of new knowledge, and service to the South Florida region and beyond.
Miami Dade County Schools
Miami-Dade County Public Schools is the fourth largest school district in the United States, comprised of 392 schools, 345,000 students and over 40,000 employees. A truly global community, district students speak 56 different languages and represent 160 countries.
Miami Dade College
Miami Dade College changes lives through accessible, high-quality teaching and learning experiences. The College embraces its responsibility to serve as an economic, cultural and civic leader for the advancement of our diverse global community.
MDCPS Calendar
Take a look at the current Miami-Dade Public School Calendar to find out about start dates, holidays, etc.
Florida International University
From top-ranked academic programs to top-tier research designation, FIU is a South Florida anchor institution and a solutions center for the world’s toughest challenges.
Events & Venues
Miami Golf
There are 14 golf courses in Miami, Florida and 3 are municipal courses. There are also another 46 golf courses within 20 miles of Miami, including 13 public, 16 municipal, 2 PL and 15 private courses.
Miami Event Guide
The .Network brings together a series of highly-recognizable brands, many with a web presence dating to 1995. Readers can rely on DiningGuide for restaurant information, EventGuide for event listings, RetailGuide for shopping, HotelGuide for hotels and many more.
Miami Dade Parks
We build memorable experiences and communities through well-designed parks and open spaces that are efficient, accessible, engaging and aesthetically pleasing, guided by our Parks Open Space Master Plan.
Miami City Ballet
Described by The New York Times as “an exceptional troupe, by Balanchine standards, anywhere in the world,” Miami City Ballet (MCB) is led by Artistic Director Lourdes Lopez and is considered a leader in the field.
Miami Beaches and Surf Information
Vision: A global leisure and business destination that delivers culturally rich, diverse, and innovative experiences inspiring boundless passion in visitors and residents alike. Mission: To Generate travel demand to Greater Miami and the Beaches to maximize economic impact to our community, ensure industry resiliency, and elevate the resident quality of life.
Golf Courses
Miami Golf
There are 14 golf courses in Miami, Florida and 3 are municipal courses. There are also another 46 golf courses within 20 miles of Miami, including 13 public, 16 municipal, 2 PL and 15 private courses.
Golf Advisor Courses near Miami FL
Golf Advisor Courses near Miami FL. There’s so much to see and do in Miami — South Beach, the Miami Heat and Dolphins — that golf tends to take a back seat.
Healthcare & Medicine
UHealth
As South Florida’s only university-based medical system, UHealth is a vital component of the community that is leading the next generation of health care.
North Schore Medical
North Shore excels with its high-risk maternity care, cancer center, advanced technology and other top-rated services.
Nicklaus Childrens Hospital
Over the decades, the hospital has touched – and often transformed – the lives of countless children and families and supported them throughout their healthcare journey.
Mount Sinai Hospital
With more than 4,000 employees, 500 volunteers, 672 beds, 26 operating suites and 650 physicians, Mount Sinai is Florida’s largest private, independent, not for profit, teaching hospital.
Mercy Hospital
At Mercy, we remain uncompromisingly committed to caring for the physical and spiritual needs of all the people we serve.
Landmarks
Miami Beaches and Surf Information
Vision: A global leisure and business destination that delivers culturally rich, diverse, and innovative experiences inspiring boundless passion in visitors and residents alike. Mission: To Generate travel demand to Greater Miami and the Beaches to maximize economic impact to our community, ensure industry resiliency, and elevate the resident quality of life.
Everglades
America’s Everglades – The largest subtropical wilderness in the United States
Coral Gables Parks and Recreation Inventory
List of Amenities Available in Community Recreation Parks and Open Spaces
Biscayne Bay
Within sight of downtown Miami, yet worlds away, Biscayne protects a rare combination of aquamarine waters, emerald islands, and fish-bejeweled coral reefs.
News & Weather
WSVN News
WSVN-TVSunbeam Television Corp 1401 79th Street Causeway Miami, FL 33141 Switchboard: (305) 751-6692 Newsroom: (305) 795-2777
The Miami Herald
The Miami Herald is an American daily newspaper owned by the McClatchy Company
Miami News
The Miami Herald, part of the Miami Herald Media Company (MHMC), is dedicated to serving the diverse and growing South Florida region and its people as the community’s most credible and dynamic source of news, information, and advertising solutions.
Miami Community Newspapers
Miami’s Community Newspapers services the areas of: Aventura, Biscayne Bay, Coral Gables, Cutler Bay, Doral, Homestead, Horse Country, Kendall, Miami Beach, Palmetto Bay, Pinecrest, South Miami, Sunny Isles, and West Park.
CBS News Miami
WFOR-TV, virtual channel 4, is a CBS owned-and-operated television station licensed to Miami, Florida, United States and also serving Fort Lauderdale.
Public Safety
Village of Pinecrest Police Dept
On June 15, 1997, the Pinecrest Police Department began full-time operations with 27 police officers and 6 civilian personnel. Since then, the Police Department has grown to 56 full-time sworn positions and 18 civilians.
Palmetto Bay Police Dept
The Palmetto Bay Policing Unit was conceived through an interlocal agreement between the Village of Palmetto Bay and Miami-Dade County. The Department officially began its operations with the Village on July 14, 2003.
Miami Springs Police Department
Our mission is the reduction of crime and the improvement of the quality of life. To accomplish these goals, personal service will be the commitment, honor and integrity is our mandate.
Miami Police Department
MISSION STATEMENT: To work together with Miami’s diverse residents, visitors, and businesses to constitutionally, transparently, and accountably reduce crime and enhance public safety.
Miami Dade County Fire Rescue
We have 71 fire-rescue stations within unincorporated Miami-Dade County and serve 29 municipalities. We have response units dedicated to air rescue service, ocean rescue, fire and rescue operations, marine, hazardous materials (HazMat), urban search and rescue (US&R), technical rescue, and venom response.
Shopping & Dining
Versailles Restaurant Miami
Versailles Restaurant, The World’s Most Famous Cuban Restaurant, has been serving tasty Cuban cuisine and culture to the South Florida community and tourists from around the world for four decades.
Shops at Merrick Park
Discover live painting at Shops at Merrick Park. To celebrate Hispanic heritage month, we’re excited to share some amazing pieces by very talented artists from our vibrant art community.
Prime 112
Contemporary steakhouse packing in diners for its people-watching scene & sophisticated cuisine.
News Cafe
Iconic, mostly outdoor cafe with filling American eats & prime location for 24-hour people-watching.
Miami Shopping
Lists and resources for shopping areas of Miami
Sports
UM Athletics
The University of Miami’s Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is dedicated to developing and supporting its student-athletes in their efforts to achieve personal, academic and athletic excellence, resulting in the highest standards of achievement. Through its programs, the department will provide a foundation which prepares student-athletes for future success.
Miami Marlins
The Miami Marlins are an American professional baseball team based in Miami, Florida. The Marlins compete in Major League Baseball as a member club of the National League East division. Their home park is Marlins Park.
Miami Heat
The Miami Heat are an American professional basketball team based in Miami. The Heat compete in the National Basketball Association as a member of the league’s Eastern Conference Southeast Division
Miami Dolphins
The Miami Dolphins are a professional American football team based in the Miami metropolitan area. The Dolphins compete in the National Football League as a member of the league’s American Football Conference East division.
Inter Miami CF
Miami is the future—a hyperglobal, yet local community fueled by intersection and interconnection. It stands at the gateway of the Americas and welcomes millions from around the world, creating an energy and culture unlike anywhere else on the planet.
Tax & Homestead
Palm Beach Property and Homestead
I am committed to having the best staff and systems in place to ensure a fair and equitable determination of property values for all Palm Beach County property owners.
Miami Dade Property and Homestead
The Homestead Exemption saves property owners thousands of dollars each year. Do not jeopardize your Homestead by renting your property.
Broward Property Appraiser & Homestead
All legal Florida residents are eligible for a Homestead Exemption on their homes, condominiums, co-op apartments, and certain mobile home lots if they qualify. The Florida Constitution provides this tax-saving exemption on the first and third $25,000 of the assessed value of an owner/occupied residence.
Travel & Maps
Monkey Jungle
Monkey Jungle is a unique wildlife park and discovery center established in 1935 in a natural subtropical forest in southern Miami-Dade County.
Miami Seaquarium
Discover South Florida’s best aquarium and favorite visitor attraction. There is no greater thrill than getting in the water with the friendly, intelligent and graceful dolphins at Dolphin Harbor, the best dolphin experience in Miami!
Miami Metro Zoo
Zoo Miami (also known as The Miami-Dade Zoological Park and Gardens) is the largest and oldest zoological garden in Florida and the only sub-tropical zoo in the continental United States.
Miami Golf
There are 14 golf courses in Miami, Florida and 3 are municipal courses. There are also another 46 golf courses within 20 miles of Miami, including 13 public, 16 municipal, 2 PL and 15 private courses.
Miami Event Guide
The .Network brings together a series of highly-recognizable brands, many with a web presence dating to 1995. Readers can rely on DiningGuide for restaurant information, EventGuide for event listings, RetailGuide for shopping, HotelGuide for hotels and many more.
Utilities
Miami Beach Resident and Business Resources
City of Miami Beach 1700 Convention Center Drive Miami Beach, Florida 33139 Phone: 305.673.7000
Florida Power & Light
Florida Power & Light Company is the largest energy company in the United States as measured by retail electricity produced and sold, serving more than 5 million customer accounts or an estimated 10 million+ people across the state of Florida.
Comcast Internet & TV
Comcast creates incredible technology and entertainment that connects millions of people to the moments and experiences that matter most.
ATT TV and Internet
Connect to what matters most with the hottest phones, wireless plans, and accessories from AT&T.
Lakeland Central Florida Resources
Amusement Parks
Zoo Tampa
Five-time winner of the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence (2010-2015), ZooTampa at Lowry Park is one of the most popular zoos in the southeastern US, with over 1 million visitors annually. The Zoo originated in the 1930’s as a municipal department with a small number of Florida native species. It grew gradually throughout the next four decades, but struggled to meet the developing professional standards of modern zoos.
Wet n Wild
Wet ‘n Wild Orlando was the flagship water park of Wet ‘n Wild owned by NBC Universal, located on International Drive in Orlando, Florida. It was founded in 1977 by SeaWorld creator George Millay.
Weeki Wachee
Weeki Wachee is an enchanted spring where you can see live mermaids, take a trip on a river boat cruise, learn about Florida wildlife, and swim in the pristine waters at Buccaneer Bay. You can also embark on a paddling adventure down the pristine waterway of the Weeki Wachee River.
Universal Studios
World Renown Theme Park
Sea World
For more than five decades, the SeaWorld Rescue team has provided a second chance at life to more than 37,000 animals, always with the goal of rehabilitating them and returning them to the wild.
Arts & Culture
Ybor City Museum
The Ybor City Museum Society is the primary interpreter and conservator of Ybor City’s rich history and heritage. Our multidisciplinary programs and exhibits provide educational experiences about the people and events that brought immigrant groups together beginning in 1886.
The Ringling
The Ringling is home to one of the preeminent art and cultural collections in the United States. Its story begins nearly a century ago, with the circus impresario, John Ringling and his beloved wife’s shared love for Sarasota, Italy, and art.
Tampa Symphony
“The mission of the Tampa Bay Symphony is to promote interest in symphonic music while enhancing and enriching the cultural life and educational experiences of our community.”
Tampa Museum of Art
Founded in 1920, the Tampa Museum of Art inspires the residents of the Tampa Bay region and others around the world by providing engaging exhibitions and innovative educational programs that emphasize ancient, modern and contemporary art. As the Tampa Museum of Art celebrates its 100th anniversary, its exhibitions in part will focus on the breadth of the institution’s growing permanent collection.
Tampa Bay Automobile Museum
Located in the Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg area of west central Florida, the Tampa Bay Automobile Museum, features a unique collection of vintage cars and vehicles that demonstrate special creativity and imagination in their history and engineering.
Business
Sunshine State Government
The Official Page for Sunshine State Government
Real Estate News
Latest Real Estate News
Lakeland Government
The City of Lakeland is committed to facilitating the accessibility and usability of its Website, lakelandgov.net, for all people with disabilities.
Lakeland Downtown Development Authority
The LDDA was created by a special act of the State Legislature in 1977 upon request of local leaders. Downtown Lakeland had declined just as other downtowns and consultants suggested this organized method of addressing redevelopment.
Enterprise Florida
Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI) is a public-private partnership between Florida’s business and government leaders and is the principal economic development organization for Florida. EFI’s mission is to expand and diversify the state’s economy through job creation.
Chambers of Commerce
Zephyrhills Chamber
Located in the beautiful downtown historic district of Zephyrhills the Greater Zephyrhills Chamber of Commerce Business and Visitors Center serves as your local concierge.
Ybor City Chamber
Ybor City holds a unique place in Florida’s social and economical history as our state’s “first industrial town.” The founding of this community in 1886 was based on what turned out to be a very shrewd “business decision” by Don Vicente Martinez-Ybor to move his cigar factory from Key West to Tampa. This was at a time when points south were literally “Indian Territory.”
US Chamber of Commerce
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing companies of all sizes across every sector of the economy. Our members range from the small businesses and local chambers of commerce that line the Main Streets of America to leading industry associations and large corporations
Tampa Bay Chamber
Mission To serve our members and enhance our community by building business success Vision The Tampa Bay Chamber envisions an engaged and inclusive community driven by business prosperity
South Tampa Chamber
Established in 1926, the South Tampa Chamber of Commerce is an association of more than 650 businesses and organizations making the South Tampa community a better place in which to live, work, and play.
Civil & Local Services
Water Atlas
WELCOME TO THE POLK COUNTY WATER ATLAS Helping researchers, resource managers, and the general public better understand and appreciate Florida’s water resources.
US State Department (Passports)
This site will allow you to find the nearest location to apply for a passport. It is provided by the Department of State’s Bureau of Consular Affairs, Office of Passport Services/Customer Service, which designates many post offices, clerks of court, public libraries and other state, county, township, and municipal government offices to accept passport applications on its behalf.
Polk County Tax Collector
“We are working to earn the public’s trust and confidence.”
Polk County Property Search
Search property information in Polk County
Polk County Government Services
The Florida Legislature got it right in 1861 when it carved out a swath of scrub land that encompassed then-Eastern Hillsborough and Western Brevard counties. With a roll call of votes and the signing of a bill, Polk County was created – just months before the nation plunged into the Civil War.
Education & Schools
Webber University
Webber International University is a private, not-for-profit, independent university offering degrees at the associate’s, bachelor’s, and master’s levels in a wide range of programs.
Warner University
Founded as Warner Southern College in 1968 by Church of God pastors and laity, the institution became known as Warner University in 2008.
University of Tampa
From the gleaming minarets of Plant Hall – Tampa’s signature National Historic Landmark – to the $650 million in new facilities and technology, The University of Tampa’s globally connected campus is the beating heart of a vibrant urban oasis.
University of South Florida
A Preeminent Research University located in the heart of Tampa Bay, the University of South Florida is dedicated to empowering students to maximize their potential for lifelong success.
University of Central Florida
Founded in 1963 with the mission to provide talent for Central Florida and the growing U.S. space program, UCF has become one of the best colleges for quality, access, impact and value.
Events & Venues
Tropicana Field
Located in St. Petersburg, Tropicana Field’s 1.1 million square feet include unique design features and fan amenities found nowhere else in the Major Leagues.
SUNnFUN
From its humble beginnings in 1974 as a fly-in for sport aviation enthusiasts, the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo has grown into one of the largest and most successful aviation events on earth. We are Florida’s largest annual convention of any kind, and each year over 200,000 visitors flock to what has become known as “Aviation’s Season Opener”, or “Spring Break for Pilots”.
Strawberry Festival
The Florida Strawberry Festival is an 11-day community event celebrating the strawberry harvest of Eastern Hillsborough County. Each year, over 500,000 visitors enjoy the festival’s headline entertainment, youth livestock shows, rides, exhibits of commerce and, of course, its strawberry shortcake.
RP Funding Center
Lakeland is a dynamic community filled with wonderful destinations. From historical downtown shops and restaurants to upscale shopping villages, Lakeland is a delightful community to explore. Just minutes from either coast, planning a Central Florida adventure is easy, but you don’t have to leave Lakeland to find exciting nightlife, stimulating culture and historical architecture.
Raymond James Stadium
THE AUTHORITY WAS CREATED ON MAY 28, 1965 FOR THE PURPOSE OF PLANNING, DEVELOPING, AND MAINTAINING A COMPREHENSIVE COMPLEX OF SPORTS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES FOR THE TAMPA BAY AREA.
Golf Courses
Wedgewood Golf Course
The 18-hole “Wedgewood” course at the Wedgewood Golf Club facility in Lakeland, Florida features 6,402 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70. The course rating is 69.1 and it has a slope rating of 115. Designed by Ron Garl, the Wedgewood golf course opened in 1961.
Southern Dunes
If you are vacationing in Orlando and want to play golf, you cannot pass up the opportunity to play one of the best golf courses in Orlando, Florida. This dramatic hillside layout stretches over 7,200 yards and features 100 feet of elevation changes.
Schalamar Creek Golf
We are proud to offer one of the Lakeland area’s finest golf courses. Our Ron Garl designed 18-hole championship course can challenge even the most experienced golfer, as well as introduce someone new to the game.
Mountain Lake Golf
At first glance, for those fortunate enough to have the pleasure, the impression is both immediate and lasting. This is no ordinary place. Situated within easy reach of two coasts and a myriad of amusements, Mountain Lake remains a world apart from the hustle and bustle.
Lekarica Golf Course
The scenic, rolling hills of the Lake Wales Ridge provide the setting for the beautiful links of the LekaricA. With elevation changes of more than 110′ from top to bottom, there are interesting features to challenge any golfers’ game.
Healthcare & Medicine
Watson Clinic
Watson Clinic was the first medical clinic in the United States to achieve accreditation by the American Association of Medical Clinics. Watson Clinic voluntarily participates in a series of rigorous examinations conducted by the most reputable patient advocacy groups in the industry.
Red Cross of Central Florida
The American Red Cross has served Central Florida since 1917. Our volunteers serve over 8.2 million people across five chapters: Florida’s Space Coast, Greater Orlando, Mid-Florida, Southwest Florida and Tampa Bay.
Lakeland Volunteers In Medicine
When a few key Watson Clinic physicians realized that a great number of Polk County community members were medically underserved, with no access to healthcare, they began to look for a solution. Led primarily by these physicians and the Watson Clinic Foundation, Lakeland came together to find a unique way to meet the healthcare challenges of the greater Lakeland community.
BayCare
Founded in 1926, Winter Haven Hospital has an outstanding reputation for superior, patient-centered care. Our mission statement is “to improve the health of the people we serve, by providing the highest quality and most effective care and services — and to return value to the people in our communities.”
Landmarks
Pfeiffer Chapel
On the campus of Florida Southern College in, Lakeland, FL 33803
National Register of Historic Places
Listings from National Register of Historic Places
Historic Lakeland
We save buildings and places that define Lakeland’s past for the benefit of our community’s present and future.
Frank Lloyd Wright Visitor Center
The Sharp Family Tourism and Education Center and GEICO Gift Shop was opened as part of an ongoing effort to better educate visitors to the Frank Lloyd Wright architecture at Florida Southern College.
Bok Tower
Bok Tower Gardens has offered some of Florida’s most remarkable experiences to more than 23 million visitors since 1929. Through its historic landscape gardens, unique Singing Tower carillon and magnificent 1930s Mediterranean-style mansion, the Gardens offer unparalleled opportunities for artistic, cultural, personal and spiritual enrichment.
News & Weather
WTSP Tampa 10
WTSP, virtual and VHF digital channel 10, is a CBS-affiliated television station licensed to St. Petersburg, Florida, United States and also serving Tampa.
WFTS Tampa Bay
WFTS-TV, virtual channel 28, branded as ABC Action News, is an ABC-affiliated television station licensed to Tampa, Florida, United States and also serving the nearby city of St. Petersburg.
WFLA News 8
WFLA-TV, virtual channel 8, is an NBC-affiliated television station licensed to Tampa, Florida, United States and also serving the nearby city of St. Petersburg.
Tampa Bay Times
The Tampa Bay Times, previously named the St. Petersburg Times through 2011, is an American newspaper published in St. Petersburg, Florida, United States.
Orlando Sentinel
The Orlando Sentinel is the primary newspaper of Orlando, Florida, and the Central Florida region. It was founded in 1876 and is currently owned by Tribune Publishing Company
Public Safety
Polk Sex Offender Search
This database contains public record information on offenders classified as sexual predators and sexual offenders
National Hurricane Center
The National Hurricane Center is the division of the United States’ NOAA/National Weather Service responsible for tracking and predicting tropical weather systems
Lakeland Crime Map
Crime heat map and statistics for neighborhoods within Lakeland, FL. Crime forecast reports available by address.
Shopping & Dining
Sparkman Wharf
Modern waterfront area featuring hip restaurants & shops, a beer garden & street-food stands.
Citywalk
Energetic attraction at Universal Orlando featuring a variety of restaurants, shops & family shows.
Sports
USF Athletics
University of South Florida Athletics Department
Tampa Bay Rays
The Tampa Bay Rays are an American professional baseball team based in St. Petersburg, Florida
Tampa Bay Lightning
The Tampa Bay Lightning are a professional ice hockey team based in Tampa, Florida. They compete in the National Hockey League as a member of the Atlantic Division of the Eastern Conference.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are a professional American football team based in Tampa, Florida.
Outback Bowl
The Outback Bowl is an annual college football bowl game played at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida, usually on New Year’s Day.
Tax & Homestead
Polk County Property Search
Search property information in Polk County
Polk County Government Services
The Florida Legislature got it right in 1861 when it carved out a swath of scrub land that encompassed then-Eastern Hillsborough and Western Brevard counties. With a roll call of votes and the signing of a bill, Polk County was created – just months before the nation plunged into the Civil War.
Polk County Clerk
My office has three branches that oversee more than 1,000 duties, and it is our goal to make our services as convenient and accessible as possible to customers.
Florida Dept of Revenue
The Department of Revenue (DOR) provides critical services to millions of individuals, businesses and families throughout Florida, including general tax administration, child support services and property tax oversight.
Travel & Maps
Terrace Hotel
When the Lakeland Terrace Hotel first opened her doors in 1924, she was hailed as one of Florida’s finest new year round inns, which at the time was a rather novel concept. Prior to that, because air conditioning was not widely used yet, hotels simply opened for “The Season,” and closed for the summer.
Tampa International Airport
Tampa International Airport is one of the region’s most significant economic engines and the gateway to the west coast of Florida:
Orlando International Airport
Orlando International Airport is managed by the Greater Orlando Aviation Authority, which is governed by a seven-member board; the mayor of the City of Orlando, the Mayor of Orange County, and five other members who are appointed by the Governor
Utilities
Tampa Electric
TECO Energy is built on a foundation of more than 100 years of history. We incorporate the strengths of three businesses and support services to work together as one united company. In the spirit of coming together, we have chosen to reinforce the principles that unify our companies. We believe that by agreeing on, practicing and reinforcing these principles at all levels, we will become a stronger and more unified organization.
Southwest Florida Water Management District
The District is one of five regional agencies directed by state law to protect and preserve water resources within its boundaries. Established in 1961 to operate and maintain several large flood protection projects, the District’s responsibilities have expanded to include managing water supply and protecting water quality and the natural systems — rivers, lakes, wetlands and associated uplands.
Peoples Gas
Peoples Gas is recognized as an industry leader for operating one of the safest pipelines. We deliver your natural gas when you need it, where you need it. We also serve as your convenient point of contact for authorized natural gas appliance sales, service and repair
Lakeland Electric
Electric utility company in Lakeland, Florida