The Lakeland-based supermarket giant is taking over a fourth building downtown and plans to add several hundred IT jobs.
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 inNews
Mother, 9-Year-Old Son Die In Rollover Accident on Wet North Lakeland Road
Investigators say there was heavy rain when the SUV overturned into a water-filled ditch.
Posted inCrime / Justice
Three Lakeland Teens Killed in Three-Car Crash on U.S. 98 North
The victims were a 16-year-old girl who was driving and two male passengers, ages 16 and 19.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
City Property Tax Rate to Remain Fixed, Raises Are Recommended For All Employees
A salary study shows City of Lakeland employees are underpaid. The budget also prioritizes road maintenance and affordable housing.
Posted inSchools
More Than Half of Polk County Students Failed State Reading Test Last Spring
Preliminary scores show local students are struggling, with Polk sixth graders making the least progress compared with the rest of Florida.
Posted inSchools
Complaint About ‘Assassination Classroom’ Manga Books in PCPS Schools Could Test New Law
The series about an octopus-like alien who wants to destroy the world has been returned to school libraries, but an appeal has been filed.
Posted inHistory
Little Flock Church to Celebrate 130 Years of Serving Local Congregants
The Primitive Baptist church north of Lakeland held its first service in July 1893 and has served many generations of local families.
Posted inHealth
Construction Begins on Orlando Health’s Seven-Story Lakeland Highlands Hospital
Swedish construction firm Skanska is building the $109 million, 302-bed hospital which is scheduled to open in 2026.
Posted inTransportation
County Commissioner Proposes a Half-Cent Sales Tax for Roads – and Lakeland Leaders Are Listening
County Commissioner George Lindsey is hoping to get the proposed 20-year levy on the ballot in November 2024.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Electric Asks for Slightly Higher Base-Rate Increase Than Planned
Residential customers could pay an additional $2.73 per month, on average, instead of $1.76 if approved.