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City Hall Scoop 11/2: Big Votes, Big Debates
Lakeland city commissioners met for almost three hours on Monday, Nov. 2. Here are the top stories in a 4-minute read.
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More Voting Myths, Debunked
Early voting begins Oct. 19, in Polk County. In part three of our series demystifying and debunking myths and misinformation about Florida elections, we’re tackling the truth about vote by mail and polling places.
Polk Supervisor of Elections Debunks Social Media Ballot Rumors
LkldNow asks Melony Bell about social media claims that ballots might be rejected if written on by poll workers.
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Registration for LPD’s Cops for Kids Begins Oct. 26 and 27
The program has provided Christmas gifts and nurtured positive relationships with thousands of Lakeland children since it began in 2007.
More Than Candy: Why Lakeland Churches Go Big on Fall Festivals
From sensory-friendly activities to massive trunk-or-treats, Lakeland churches offer family fun while building community connections.
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Lowe’s Insourcing of Plant City Warehouse Impacts 178 Saddle Creek Jobs
Lowe’s plans to bring Plant City warehouse operations in-house, ending Saddle Creek’s role and putting 178 positions in transition.
What Florida Voters Need to Know About Amendments 1 and 2
Florida voters get to decide whether to increase the state’s rainy-day fund and exempt tractors and more from farmers’ property taxes in this year’s midterms.
City Hall Scoop 10/19: Code Enforcement Shakeup — and a Protest Gets Personal
City commissioners met for around an hour on Monday, Oct. 19. Here are the top stories in a 4-minute read.
Ballot Myths, Debunked
Early voting begins today, Oct. 19, in Polk County. In part two of our series debunking election myths and misconceptions, we’re tackling the truth about the ballot.
Four Major Events Could Bring Big Crowds to Central Lakeland Saturday
With four major events happening within miles of each other, residents and visitors should expect a bustling Saturday in central Lakeland.
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