If the high-tech harvester successfully removes algae and toxins from Lake Bonnet, it may be used on other polluted lakes in Lakeland.
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 inBusiness
GEICO Slashes 2,000 Jobs, Including at Least 22 in Lakeland
Lakeland employee who worked for GEICO for 26 years says she and colleagues never saw it coming.
Posted inCrime / Justice
Two Plead Guilty in Lakeland Drive-by Shooting That Wounded 11 Men
The shooters were convicted of federal weapons charges — not attempted murder — because none of the victims would cooperate.
Posted inCrime / Justice
Driver Flees After Crashing Car Into Lake Hollingsworth
No one was injured in the 8:30 p.m. accident Tuesday, but the driver was arrested.
Posted inPublic Safety
Firefighters, City Quarrel Over Purchase of Costly Communication Devices
The union says having radio signal repeaters in every fire truck is vital for firefighters’ safety; the Fire Chief says three are enough.
Posted inCrime / Justice
After 37 Years, PCSO Solves Cold Case of Murdered Lakeland Nurse With DNA
The DNA trail began with the 1949 out-of-wedlock birth of the murderer’s third cousin.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Prepares to Defend Utility Revenue From Legislative Threat
City officials met with Lakeland’s lobbyist Friday to discuss priorities for the legislative session that starts Jan. 9.
Posted inActivism
‘We Are Not OK’ — Lakeland Rallies Behind Jewish Community Following Attacks in Israel
Lakeland residents of many faiths gathered at Temple Emanuel to show support for Israel as the death toll climbs.
Posted inTransportation
Two Years Down, One More to Go: Pipkin Road Widening to Continue Through 2024
The $55.6 million project is being paid for by Polk County and, partially, the city of Lakeland.
Posted inEvents
‘Stand With Israel Rally’ Scheduled for Wednesday
Supporters including Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd will gather in front of Temple Emanuel at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evening.