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Meet ALICE: For One Polk County Mom, the Holidays Reveal the Gaps Families Fall Through
She works full time, goes to school and parents three kids. The holidays reveal how thin the margin really is.
Commission Tackles Stormwater, Pedestrian Bridge and More at Marathon Meeting
The final meeting of 2025, and Mutz’s last as mayor, was nearly 7.5 hours.
Lakeland Pulls Plug on Stalled Oak Street Project — Keeps $205,000
Tampa-based developer asked city for additional $10 million to build apartments, shopping and parking project.
Kate Wallace to Serve on Polk County School Board After DeSantis Appointment
The former Lakeland Leads executive director will serve one year, filling a vacancy left after Rick Nolte’s death.
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New Exhibit at The AGB Showcases Works Never Seen Outside Italy
Opening on Dec. 13, the exhibit gives viewers an unprecedented glimpse into the life of the Medici family through portraits and artifacts.
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center Ranks in the Nation’s Top Maternity Hospitals
The annual list aims to help expectant parents compare quality, outcomes and access to maternity services across the state.
Small Farm, Big Impact: ‘My Tiny Greens’ Adapts to Polk’s Shifting Ag Landscape
A Lakeland microgreens business born from a homegrown pandemic project shows how small farms are evolving.
‘Rare and Extreme’: Business Leader Criticizes Lakeland’s Proposed Stormwater Rate Hike
City leaders say the increase is needed to pay for more than $69 million in unfunded lakes and stormwater projects.
CPS Investment Advisors Ends 50 Year Anniversary By Giving Back
The weather may be cooling down, but the firm is just getting warmed up with giving back to the community.
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Local Preservationist Plans to Relocate FSC’s President’s Residence
In April, Ludd Spivey LLC purchased and ultimately demolished two homes on the shore of Lake Hollingsworth to prepare for the possible move.
More Townhomes, Fewer Apartments: Developers Seek to Change Wedgewood Plan
New design moves taller buildings inward and adds a second access point for Lakeland drivers.
Over 50,000 People Gather for Lakeland’s 44th Annual Christmas Parade
Crowds filled downtown as floats, bands, and performers — culminating with Santa and Mrs. Claus — brought holiday spirit to the streets.
Lakeland’s Late Night Dessert Shop Debuts with Weekend Event
Vampire Penguin will introduce their shaved snow desserts and indie gothic bookstore in downtown Lakeland this Friday and Saturday.
Plans for Daughtery Road Park Move Forward, Targeting 2027 Completion
The 12-acre sports complex on the Northside will feature turf fields and LED lighting as demand for recreation space grows.
Money Questions Loom as Commission Preps for Dec. 15 Vote on Mass Market Sales
Commissioners disagree about how generous to be with price reductions for Haus 820, DOU Bakehouse and Market Lofts.
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