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Local Law Enforcement Responds to FDOT Order To Remove License Plate Readers from State Highways
All cameras must be removed by Sept. 30, 2026. PSCO says they will continue to use the cameras in non-state roads.
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Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Ensures Legacy of Literacy in Polk
Founded to honor Parton’s father, the program distributed nearly 30,000 books to children in Central Florida in 2025, championing literacy while instilling a love of books and reading from an early age.
From Lending to Leadership: Travis Stepro Launches Lakeland Advisory Practice
Former financial services executive launches FocalPoint Business & Executive Coaching in Lakeland.
Tutoring, Hot Meals, and ‘AI-Proof’ Trades: Polk’s Free After-School Boys & Girls Clubs
As Polk County students head back to the classroom, families face a familiar after-school hours scramble. Boys & Girls Clubs of Polk County helps ease the strain.
Lindy Ball Returns Saturday as Lakeland’s Swing Dance Community Grows
What began as one person’s quest for community has grown into a thriving Lindy Hop scene, with dancers from across Florida coming to Lakeland.
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Airport Improvements Coming to LAL Backed by Nearly $13 Million in Federal Grants
As demand increases at Lakeland Linder International Airport, the airport team plans to add an additional passenger waiting area, three airplane holding bays, and improve parking.
August Primary Decides County Commission District 2 and Circuit Court Judges
Incumbent Rick Wilson will serve a third term on the Polk County Commission; Chris Spath and Andrea DeMichael will join the 10th Judicial Circuit Court.
School Board Elections: District 3 Heads to Run-Off; Fields and Sharpless Cruise to Victory
Two of the three contested seats on the Polk County School Board were decided by Tuesday’s election while District 3 candidates Wallace and Sims head to a run-off in November.
Lakeland Votes: Primary Election Live Results
Live results for the August 18, 2026 Primary Election for Polk County. Check for updates.
City Hall Scoop 8/17: Airport Terminal Expansion, Budget Anxieties
A four hour City Commission meeting distilled into a five-minute read.
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