Child care center operators share 6 reasons why day care costs almost as much as rent in Polk County.
Author Archives: Cindy Glover
Cindy's reporting for LkldNow focuses on Lakeland city government. Previously, she was a crime reporter, City Hall reporter and chief political writer for newspapers including the Albuquerque Journal and South Florida Sun-Sentinel. She spent a year as a community engagement coordinator for the City of Lakeland before joining LkldNow in 2023. Reach her at cindy@lkldnow.com or 561-212-3429.
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Unavailable, Unaffordable: Polk Parents Struggle to Find, Pay for Child Care
Day care for one child costs $1,000 to $1,500 per month in Polk County — if you can get a spot.
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Lakeland Woman Faces Foreclosure After Roofing Company Files Lien
Company charged $36,879 for the roof, but insurance only authorized $15,149. Now they’re suing her for the difference.
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‘We Buy Houses’ Offers Can Be Risky
Wholesalers make money by getting owners to sign contracts, agreeing to sell at prices well below market value.
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Lakeland Named Best U.S. City for Working Women. Here’s Why.
Study ranks the Lakeland-Winter Haven metro No. 1 for career advancement, pay raises and more.
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Underwater: How to Handle or Avoid Foreclosure
Local expert advises, ‘Pick up the phone. That’ll solve 80% of your problems.’
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Underwater: Polk County Has Nation’s Highest Foreclosure Rate
Expert points to population growth, construction boom, high interest rates and skyrocketing insurance premiums.
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Polk School Board Begins Planning for 2026 Tax Referendum
Despite historic raises, the teacher pay gap has widened between Polk and neighboring counties.
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Polk Jumps to 28th for Child Health Among Florida Counties
Lower teen drinking and drug use is largely responsible for its rise from 54th two years ago.
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Watson Clinic Joins Forces With Orlando Health for New Hospital
Many Watson Clinic doctors will be on staff at the new Lakeland Highlands hospital when it opens in June 2026.