Dixieland business owners sent Citrus Connection a letter asking it to expand the popular service.
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.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland to Pave Over More of Easton Drive’s Bricks
Repeated washouts have been dangerous for motorists and costly for the city.
Posted inVoter Guide
Know Before You Vote: Three Charter Amendments and What They Mean
Questions on the Nov. 6 ballot include redrawing City Commission districts and changing term limits for elected officials.
Posted inTransportation
More Squeeze, Please! Dixieland Residents Push for Expansion of Free Shuttle Service
Supporters point to recent growth of live music venues and restaurants in the historic district.
Posted inPolitics
Lakeland Candidate Forum Aims to Engage Voters and Boost Past ‘Abysmal’ Turnout
Mayoral and commission hopefuls will field voter questions Thursday at the Coleman-Bush Building.
Posted inHealth
Lakeland Parents Seek Answers After 3 Children’s Blood Tests Reveal High Lead Levels
Although not required by law, Beacon Hill residents want Lakeland to replace all galvanized pipes connected to lead “goosenecks.”
Posted inDowntown
A New Upscale Cocktail Bar is Coming to Downtown Lakeland: The Velvet Swan
The City Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit allowing the bar where Dissent Brewing used to be.
Posted inRecreation
City Invites Public to Share Ideas for 101-Acre Park in Southwest Lakeland
An online survey and a public meeting will help shape the future English Creek Park.
Posted inCrime / Justice
Former Director of TLC PetSnip Charged With Fraud
Emily Lorenzano is accused of using $3.3K for personal expenses, but has not been charged with taking $90K in missing deposits.
Posted inSchools
‘We’re Going to Embrace Change’: Lakeland Responds to High School Rezoning
Town halls draw questions but little pushback, as families weigh in on new boundary maps.