Steve-O is coming to town Cindy Glover Editor So the cat is out of the bag: My brother is indeed the crazy, naughty and hilarious Steve-O from “Jackass.” And I talked him into coming to Lakeland and letting me interview him — and maybe share some embarrassing stories — in front of a live audience […]
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.
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2023 Christmas Parade: What to Know Before You Go
Thousands will converge on downtown Lakeland Thursday evening for the annual Christmas parade; the route has changed this year.
Posted inPolitics
LaLonde Wins Runoff Election for NW District Seat on Lakeland’s City Commission
Businessman Guy LaLonde Jr. won 57.58% of the vote in a citywide race against interim Commissioner Samuel Simmons.
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Lakeland election | Teacher of the year | Weekend events
What sets us apart Barry Friedman Founder and Editor-at-large Yesterday, LkldNow made several updates this week on the “About Us” page that describes our news organization and its nonprofit mission. The most significant change was the addition of a “What sets us apart” section. Here’s what it says: We just drafted this, so please let […]
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Airport noise reduction plan | Tigertown upgrades | Teacher raises
Thank you, readers, for reaching out Trinity Laurino Executive director We get a lot of feedback at LkldNow and in this season of gratitude, we want to say thank you to everyone who takes the time to let us know how we’re doing. Your notes of encouragement brighten our days and strengthen our resolve. Your thoughtful […]
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‘Predatory’ home improvement financing | Bandidas cafe opening
Help us keep the news flowing Trinity Laurino Executive Director “Do good work and the money will follow” is something of a mantra for me. If you know me, you know I believe wholeheartedly in the good work that LkldNow does. I believe that local news is a vital part of the infrastructure in our […]
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City election results | Veterans Day events | LRH Kathleen Road opens
Honoring military veterans Trinity Laurino Executive Director Tomorrow is Veteran’s Day, and let me say thank you to all who have served. In honor of the day, we’ve compiled some of the articles from this year featuring Polk County veterans: The holiday also means a three-day weekend for many. For our small-but-mighty newsroom, it’s a […]
Posted inVoter Guide
2023 Runoff Voting: When, Where, How
Sample ballot, early voting, find your polling place
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City Commission Northwest District: Runoff candidates
Two candidates are vying for the seat on the City Commission representing Northwest Lakeland in the Dec. 5 runoff election. (See a map of commission districts.) Registered voters throughout Lakeland can vote in this election. Both candidates — Guy LaLonde Jr. and Samuel Simmons — were among eight people who applied last year for a […]
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Runoff Candidates Answer Five Questions
We asked the City Commission candidates five questions and they answered. We are offering the candidates’ responses together so that they can be more easily compared. The responses are presented as submitted without editing. Click on any question to view the candidates’ responses. Northwest District Candidates