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Author Archives: Barry Friedman

Barry Friedman founded Lkldnow.com in 2015 as the culmination of a career in print and digital journalism. Since 1982, he has used the tools of reporting, editing and content curation to help people in Lakeland understand their community better.

barry@lkldnow.com
Cindy Glover
Posted inPeople

Introducing Cindy Glover, LkldNow’s New Editor

by Barry Friedman March 16, 2023March 15, 2023

Glover will oversee our news operation. Founder Barry Friedman will remain actively involved as editor-at-large.

Florida Avenue north of Main Street
Posted inDowntown

Final Update: Florida Avenue Reopened After Only One Commuter Cycle

by Barry Friedman March 8, 2023March 8, 2023

Work had been expected to disrupt downtown traffic for much of the week, but it was completed in less than a day.

Google map
Posted inTransportation

Harden Boulevard Reopens Following Fatal Single-Vehicle Accident

by Barry Friedman March 6, 2023March 8, 2023

Lakeland resident, 69, dies after he lost control of his vehicle and he was ejected when it rolled over.

Munn Park's northeast corner
Posted inDowntown

What If Munn Park Had a Downtown Welcome Center With Public Restrooms?

by Barry Friedman February 21, 2023February 20, 2023

An architect is creating a rendering to show what a facility at the northeast corner of Munn Park might look like.

Lakeland Electric building
Posted inConsumer

Lakeland Electric’s Base Rate Will Rise 2.25% in April

by Barry Friedman February 20, 2023February 20, 2023

The utility is raising rates in phases, with further 2.25% increases scheduled for Oct. 1 this year and Oct. 1, 2024.

Posted inDowntown

Owner of Downtown’s Lakeland Loft Wants to Open a Tropical Bar Downstairs

by Barry Friedman February 16, 2023February 16, 2023

Ocean Breeze Tiki Bar would have Caribbean-style drinks, recorded island music and patio seating for 25.

Jean and David Bunch
Posted inPeople

Bonnet Springs Park Visionaries David and Jean Bunch Win George Jenkins Award

by Barry Friedman February 9, 2023February 9, 2023

Other honorees at the Chamber of Commerce annual meeting: Allen & Company and Mail Processing Associates.

Posted inPublic Safety

Pickup Driver Dies After Hitting 2 SUVs and Slamming Into a Dixieland Building

by Barry Friedman and Kimberly C. Moore February 8, 2023February 9, 2023

The string of accidents happened when he tried to speed past a vehicle in a no-passing lane, police said.

Lake Wire vision plans
Posted inDowntown

Online 3D Visioning of Downtown Is Ready for Prime Time

by Barry Friedman February 6, 2023February 7, 2023

Catalyst Lakeland is primarily a tool for potential developers but anyone with a computer can access it.

Bill Mutz and Willie Horton
Posted inEvents

City Honors MLK Parade Award Winners

by Barry Friedman and Kimberly C. Moore February 6, 2023February 6, 2023

Special thanks went to former Detroit Tigers slugger Willie Horton, who served as grand marshal.

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