Clay Geiger joined Lakeland Fire Department as a #Firefighter in November 2014. He has served as…
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PLANTOPIA GARDEN FESTIVAL HOLLIS GARDEN FEBRUARY 26
Hollis Garden will host the Plantopia Garden Festival on February 26th from 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. …
Has Lakeland Regional Health provided “unnecessary care” – a recent study says yes
A recent study by Johns Hopkins University ranked Lakeland Regional Health Care System 18th out of the top…
More fast food restaurants heading to Lakeland area
An Arby’s is proposed in front of the Sam’s Club on Lakeland Highlands Drive. Two more…
Born & Bread reopens indoor dining
Born & Bread moved to a pre-order and outdoor pickup system during the pandemic, allowing customers…
Congratulations to Officer Brent Behrens
Congratulations to Officer Brent Behrens on being honored with the Polk County Police Chiefs Association’s Officer…
LAKELAND CAMELLIA SHOW — Together Church – February 5
The Lakeland Camellia Society will host its annual Camellia Show and Sale on February 5th from 1…
Lakeland’s Business Community Celebrated at Catapult’s Third Annual Entrepreneur Awards
Catapult held its 3rd annual Lakeland Entrepreneur Awards this past Wednesday, January 12, where it celebrated and…
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE & END OF LIFE ELECTRONICS EVENT
The City of Lakeland’s Division of Solid Waste will be hosting a FREE Household Hazardous Waste…
Lakeland Citizens Academy: Governmentology 101
Registration is now open for the 24th Lakeland Citizens Academy. This free program allows citizens to gain insight…
Polk Fire Rescue Capt. to Receive State Paramedic of the Year Award
Polk County Fire Rescue Capt. Breanna Campion will be awarded the 2020 Paramedic of the Year…
Lakeland Entrepreneurs – La Imperial Bakery
La Imperial Bakery is a small, family business located within walking distance from Lake Mirror. “If…
LKLD VIEW Community Survey
TAKE THE SURVEY Tome la Encuesta – Español MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD Share your view on your…
CSX Railroad Upgrades to Slow Kathleen Area Traffic
Starting Monday, January 10, track repairs by CSX Transportation will close railroad crossings at Deeson Road,…
Rail Replacement Project to Close Old Tampa Highway for 11 Days
A project to remove and replace the railroad crossing at a spur servicing the Southern Glazer’s…
Polk County Animal Control plans to convert Polk County into a no-kill county
Polk County has set a goal of becoming a no-kill county by 2025 and has already…
FESTIVITIES HONORING DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR- JAZZ IN THE PARK, MLK PARADE
Festivities honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Junior and MLK Day include a jazz concert taking place…
CITY OF LAKELAND QUALITY OF LIFE ONLINE SURVEY
LKLDVIEW Survey is live January 1-31, 2022 The City of Lakeland is currently conducting the annual LKLD VIEW…
Series LPD: About Us
ABOUT US The Lakeland Police Department is composed of the Administrative Bureau (Chief’s office), the Neighborhood Services…
New marble plaque honors Nathan’s Men’s Store
A new marble plaque honors Nathan’s Men’s Store on the building at the corner of Main…
Lakeland Linder International Airport Taxiway update
Construction of our newest taxiway, Taxiway S, is well on its way. This project also involves…
Bicyclist struck and killed by minivan near Auburndale; PCSO investigating
A 58-year old man on a bicycle was struck by a minivan Monday evening, December 27,…
Why Publix Has Become More Popular
Publix, a supermarket chain with headquarters in Lakeland, Florida, has become increasingly popular among shoppers in…
Lakeland Linder International Airport Update
One of the best gifts we could have received this year was the commissioning of our…
What a shame!
Pilfering and Stealing from Salvation Army Donations!! S. Florida Ave. As people pull up to drop…
Lakeland Entrepreneur Series – Bee-Haven Raw Honey Company
Bee-Haven Honey Farm, Inc. is a family-owned and operated farm located in sunny Central Florida (Lakeland to…
Can Victory Church be held criminal responsible if you catch COVID-19 at the Christmas Eve service.
Victory Church, one of Polk County’s largest congregations, will hold one service at 6:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Senior Pastor…
The availability of critical emergency fire and rescue services is needed
The availability of critical emergency fire and rescue services for south Lakeland is the key for…
LFD Lieutenant William “Chuck” Davis is announcing his retirement
With more than 27 years under his belt, Lieutenant William “Chuck” Davis is announcing his retirement.…
Experience SNOW whirling around the tree
If you didn’t get to see snow at Lakeside Village this year, you’ve got one more…
Fire Assistant Chief Rick Hartzog is announcing his retirement
After more than 30 years in service to the City of Lakeland, our very own Assistant…
Live-fire training at Lakeland Linder International Airport
This weekend concluded our live-fire training at Lakeland Linder International Airport, which is performed annually to…
Distribution Center sold for $27.3M in Lakeland Florida
Cushman & Wakefield has arranged the sale of McLane Distribution Center, a 211,113-square-foot distribution center located…
A Farewell Party to LKLD Live w/ Nightrain!
LAST SHOW @ LKLD LIVE! Nightrain, A Tribute to Guns N’ Roses will be blowing the…
The history of the Polk Theatre
The history of the Polk Theatre is nothing short of amazing. Elvis Presley performed right here…
JANUARY 1 2022 2nd Annual Prayer Walk
Start off the new year on January 1, 2022 taking a walk and praying for Lakeland. …
Comments from the rally of prayer on Jan 6 at Veterans Park
While everyone here understands there is a political element to Jan 6 as it was directly…