About 1 in 5 children in Polk County live in a household that cannot access enough food — these organizations are trying to bridge the gap.
Author Archives: Diego De Jesus
Diego De Jesus, originally from New York City, earned an English degree from Florida Southern College in May 2023. During his freshman year, he started writing for the college newspaper, and the bug bit him. Since graduating, he's pursued a career in journalism, covering a wide variety of topics, events, and people.
Construction to Begin on Fire Station 8
The city will break ground on Fire Station 8 in northwest Lakeland on June 4, and construction is expected to be completed in 395 days.
Continuing Bent’s Legacy: Lakeland Bicycle Co. Opens in Dixieland
Less than a quarter mile from the former Bent’s Cycling, Zachary Kulp’s new shop builds on more than 60 years of tradition.

