City Manager Shawn Sherrouse received his highest rating to date from city commissioners on Monday.
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 inCrime / Justice
Police to Replace China-Made Drones with American Gear
The move comes after the Florida Legislature banned drones made in ‘foreign countries of concern.’
Posted inTransportation
South Florida Avenue Road Diet Up for Vote Monday
The city is set to fund the design, while the state has agreed to fund construction — which now could start as soon as 2027 and as late as 2030.
Posted inCrime / Justice
Four Lakeland Police Officers Resign Under Cloud
All four were in the street crimes unit, which proactively pursues drug dealers and gang members.
Posted inNeighborhoods
Local Roofer Donates Services to New Beulah Missionary Baptist Church
The new and badly needed roof comes in time for the church’s 58th anniversary.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Brick Be Gone: City Will Pave on Easton Drive
Asphalt work to stop washout issues on Easton Drive is set to begin Feb. 24 and end March 11.
Posted inPublic Safety
I-4 Westbound Lane Closures Tonight Through Friday Morning
Workers will pour asphalt into roadway depression near Polk City exit until repaving can be scheduled.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
High Interest Rates Help Lakeland Investments Earn Record Returns
Treasurer tells commissioners the city’s Pooled Investment Fund earned more than average investors did.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Planning Study on Historic Lake Bonny Flooding
City manager gave detailed answers to resident questions at Tuesday’s City Commission meeting.
Posted inEnvironment
Lakeland Couple Gets Yard Makeover From Television Show
‘Flip My Florida Yard’ spruces up Lake Morton bungalow.
