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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.

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Posted inDowntown

Downtown Board Approves Design of 7-Story Oak Street Complex

by Barry Friedman December 21, 2022December 23, 2022

The developers plan 200 apartments and townhomes surrounding a 420-space, three-level parking structure.

Posted inTransportation

City Commission Recommends Three Lanes for South Florida Avenue in Dixieland

by Barry Friedman December 19, 2022December 20, 2022

Commissioner Samuel Simmons dissented in the 4-1 vote, saying opponents’ arguments were compelling.

Posted inTransportation

Commission Set to Vote on South Florida Avenue Recommendations Monday

by Barry Friedman December 16, 2022December 18, 2022

Planners say three lanes and wide sidewalks in Dixieland will improve safety and economic development opportunities.

Posted inNewsletters

Lakeland brings Christmas to a child | Phillips Photographers transition

by Barry Friedman December 15, 2022December 15, 2022

We’d love to see you this month Barry Friedman Editor & Publisher LkldNow has two events between now and the end of the year. Trinity, Kimberly and I hope to see you at one or both: LOCAL BREWS FOR LOCAL NEWS takes place this Saturday from noon until 3 p.m. at Swan Brewing, 115 W. […]

Posted inPolitics

U.S. Rep. Franklin Votes Against Same-Sex Marriage Bill

by Barry Friedman December 10, 2022December 10, 2022

The Lakeland Republican says the bill didn’t go far enough to protect religious freedoms for people who object to providing services for gay marriages.

Posted inNews

Lakeland News: South Florida Avenue lane reduction | Neo-Nazis

by Barry Friedman December 8, 2022January 27, 2023

Column headline goes here Barry Friedman Editor & Publisher The text of the column goes here and it keeps going and we’ll add some paragraphs. The text o the newsletter goes here and it keeps going and we’ll add some paragraphs. CURATED LAKELAND NEWS First item | Day |x to x p.m. | PlaceParade participants […]

Posted inTransportation

South Florida Avenue: Planners Back Three Lanes and Wide Sidewalks

by Barry Friedman December 5, 2022December 16, 2022

City commissioners have asked their staff to draft a resolution supporting the three-lane option.

Posted inDowntown

2022 Christmas Parade: The Basics

by Barry Friedman November 29, 2022November 30, 2022

Thousands will converge on downtown Lakeland Thursday evening for the spectacle of the annual Christmas parade and fireworks.

Posted inRecreation

Walking to Bonnet Springs Park? Prepare for Obstacles

by Barry Friedman November 21, 2022November 23, 2022

Miles of trails have attracted many people to the new park for recreation. But challenges await those who want to walk to the park.

Posted inPublic Safety

Lakeland ‘Fared Well’ as Nicole’s Center Rolled Through

by Barry Friedman November 10, 2022November 10, 2022

The tropical storm moved over Lakeland around 8 a.m. Power outages were fewer than anticipated.

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