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Author Archives: Kayla Borg
Kayla Borg is a Lakeland native and graduate of Western Carolina University, where she earned her degree in English and film production. She began her media career in Atlanta at CNN, quickly rising from production assistant editor to technical director/editor, leading live broadcasts alongside field reporters. Since then, she’s worked in education, instructional design and independent filmmaking.
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Polk Test Scores Show Statewide Lag But District-wide Gains
New data shows more Polk students scoring at lower proficiency levels, while district officials point to multi-year growth in reading, math, science and social studies.
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Teens Turn the Page: Lakeland’s Banned Book Club Gives Youth a Voice
In a state where book access is under scrutiny, two Polk County teens create a safe space to read freely — and discover the power of choice.
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Polk County’s Food Relief Gears Up as SNAP Benefits Lapse
Up to 85,000 Polk County residents could lose access to grocery assistance.
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Free Bus Rides for LVIM Patients Now on Citrus Connection
Free Citrus Connection rides help remove a persistent obstacle to care, essentials and work across Polk County.
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Florida Poly, Sittadel Join Forces to Grow Polk’s Cybersecurity Workforce
The collaboration creates a training ground where students can safely learn to defend against digital threats.
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New Lakeland High–FSC Partnership Sparks Early Pathway for Future Educators
Polk County’s new Educator Academy gives Lakeland High students a head start in teaching.
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The Benefits Cliff: Why a Raise Is Hurting One Full-Time Working Mom in Polk County
A Polk County Schools employee faces the “benefits cliff” after a modest raise, with food and transportation costs squeezing every paycheck.
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Citrus Connection Expands Evening Service to Meet Rider Needs
FDOT grant extends evening bus hours to support Polk workers and families
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Hungry in Polk: Local Efforts Help Make Sure Children Don’t Go Without
Polk County food insecurity leaves thousands of children hungry — kidsPACK, Publix and local food pantries step in.