Residents and community leaders voiced concerns at Monday’s Lakeland Housing Authority meeting, prompting calls for greater accountability and public dialogue.
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 County Teens Access Free Formalwear Through UthMpact
Free prom and homecoming attire is available to Polk County teens, who also sign a pledge to celebrate responsibly.
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Opening Doors: CareerSource Polk Connects Residents with Jobs, Training and Support
CareerSource Polk Open House highlights job training, resume help and tuition support for Polk County residents.
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Lakeland Electric Rate Increases Tied to Fuel and Environmental Costs
Typical household to see about $3.20 added to monthly bill as city covers environmental costs and fuel hikes.
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Florida Poly’s Record Enrollment Builds Polk’s STEM Workforce
Florida Poly’s growth reflects rising demand for affordable, innovative STEM education.
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Meet ALICE: Earning Above Poverty, Falling Short on Basics
A local father shares what it’s like to live paycheck-to-paycheck, despite decades of work experience — and why he believes more people are ALICE than we realize.
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Polk’s New Discovery Center Will Teach Kids Money, Jobs and Life Skills
JA BizTown and Finance Park will bring hands-on financial literacy and career prep to Lakeland.
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ReadingPals Aims to Spark a Lifelong Love of Literacy
ReadingPals program pairs local volunteers with young students to build vocabulary, confidence, and trust — all in just an hour a week.
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Stay Active, Stay Cool: Safe Fitness Tips for Polk County Seniors
Practical fitness tips, hydration hacks, and cool alternatives to help seniors stay active in Florida’s heat.
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YMCA Expands After-School Programs to Support Working Families in Polk County
New and returning YMCA sites offer affordable care, academic enrichment, and flexible scheduling for parents.