A violent standoff with Polk County Sheriffs Office on Thursday, Aug. 6., left a suspect dead and K9 Ace fighting for his life.
Author Archives: Anna Toms
Anna Toms was born and raised in Kansas City, Mo., where she cultivated a love for writing and eventually earned her Ph.D. in literature and the humanities. She is an experienced educator who has taught students from middle school to college to think critically and express themselves clearly. Anna moved to Lakeland in June of 2020.
Posted inFood & Dining
Former Ovation in South Lakeland becomes Margarita’s Cocina Mexicana
Owners Joel and Fernando Rodriguez transformed the restaurant into a tribute to their mother’s Mexican recipes and family heritage.
Posted inInsight Polk
Lakeland Regional Hospital’s Discover Program Gives Students In-Depth Healthcare Experience
As Florida faces a growing shortage of healthcare professionals, the Discover Program at Lakeland Regional Health strives to inspire the next generation of providers.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Commissioners Unanimously Approve Zoning Changes for Hallam Drive and Laura Road Projects
City staff said Lakeland’s design review team will be heavily involved as the projects move forward.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
‘Take a Breath’: Experts Weigh In on Data Center Moratorium
At the July 20 city commission meeting, Lakeland Electric and water utility officials provided more information about the impacts of a data center as commissioners weigh a moratorium.
Posted inBusiness
At Bonnet Springs, RFK Jr. Touts Update to FDA Orange Juice Standards
The change is predicted to allow orange juice producers to rely more heavily on Florida oranges, which have been negatively impacted by citrus greening and severe weather.
Posted inPolitics
Lakeland Coffee Shops Deny Gubernatorial Candidate’s Guerilla Campaign Stops
Two local coffee shops were blindsided when the James Fishback campaign promoted events they did not agree to.
Posted inSports
Bryant Stadium to Host Inaugural ‘Pouncey Classic’ on July 18
On Saturday, July 18, the Pouncey Foundation and New Beginnings High School will host the inaugural Pouncey Classic from 2 to 8 p.m. at Bryant Stadium, home of the Lakeland Dreadnaughts
Posted inArts & Culture
Cattle County: Polk Honors Ranching Heritage at Circle B
An industry with generations of history in Central Florida continues to cement its legacy with economic impact and historical preservation.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Data Center Moratorium Draws Crowd and Lakeland Revises Hearing Dates
In a City Commission meeting that lasted over four hours on July 6, commissioners received an update on the drafted ordinance that would enact a 12-month moratorium on data centers and large load customers.
