Lakeland Electric is partnering with Highland Homes to create a solar-powered subdivision of 77 interconnected homes.
Author Archives: Kimberly C. Moore
Kimberly C. Moore, who grew up in Lakeland, has been a print, broadcast and multimedia journalist for more than 30 years. Before coming to LkldNow in the spring of 2022, she was a reporter for four years with The Ledger, first covering Lakeland City Hall and then Polk County schools. She is the author of “Star Crossed: The Story of Astronaut Lisa Nowak," published by University Press of Florida. Reach her at kimberly@lkldnow.com or 863-272-9250.
Posted inSchools
School District: Addressing Students’ Mental Health is Vital to Educating Them
But there are nearly three dozen vacancies in the district’s Behavior and Mental Health Department.
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School Board Member Says Farming and Ranching Are Still Great Career Options
There are six agriculture academies and pre-academies at Lakeland area schools.
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After Public Outcry, Lakeland Shortens Parade Route to Avoid Lake Morton
The Christmas Parade route will be 1.8 miles instead of 2.5 miles, partly to protect Lakeland’s iconic swans.
Posted inEvents, Family
Lakeland Police Are Gearing Up For Annual ‘Cops for Kids’ Toy Giveaway
Applications and toy donations will be accepted starting next week.
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High School Juniors and Seniors May Get to Start Late or Leave Early Next Year
Qualifying students could come to school an hour later or leave an hour earlier if the Polk County School Board approves the proposal.
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DeSantis Appoints Four Conservative Trustees to Florida Poly’s Board
At least two of the Lakeland-based university’s new board members are outspoken critics of campus diversity programs.
Posted inPublic Safety
Automatic License Plate Readers Will Be a ‘Force Multiplier’ for Lakeland PD
The new law enforcement tool will be paid for with proceeds from the city’s red light camera program.
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Gallery: City’s Annual Halloween Festival a Treat for Kids
The event at Lake Mirror was hosted by the Lakeland Police and Lakeland Fire departments.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Train Derailment Sets Back Lakeland’s New Power Plant, But $10M RICE Engine is Insured and ‘100% Fixable’
One of six new RICE engines was damaged, but work to install the others will continue as planned while it is repaired.