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Lakeland Italian Festival Comes to Downtown Saturday Night
The first Lakeland Italian Festival “Under the Stars” is taking over downtown Lakeland Saturday, Nov. 7, from 5 to 10 p.m.
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Honoring Veterans Day 2026 in Lakeland
A parade, ceremonies, and family events are planned to honor those who have served.
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VISTE Seeks Additional Volunteers as Demand Grows
To meet the community’s growing needs, Volunteers in Service to the Elderly (VISTE) is seeking additional volunteers for its Hot Meals and Supplemental Grocery program.
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Lakeland Votes: Midterm Live Election Results
Live results for the Nov. 3, 2026 Midterm Election. Check for updates.
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Major Party Gubernatorial Candidates Visit Polk on Election Eve
As the 2026 midterm election comes to a close, both major party candidates for governor are making stops in Polk County on Monday, Nov. 2.
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Día de los Muertos Market Returns to Lakeland Nov. 1
The second annual Día de los Muertos Market will be held at Haus 820 on Sunday, Nov. 1, from noon to 5 p.m.
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LPD Hosts National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday
From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 24, the Lakeland Police Department will host a drive-through drop-off for unwanted, unneeded, or expired medication.
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Polk Disables Public Comments on County-Run Social Media Accounts
On Tuesday, Oct. 20, Polk County commissioners reached a unanimous vote to disable comments on all 21 county-run social media accounts, a decision that county officials say will curb misinformation and cut down on vulgarity.
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Polk Voters Can Get Free Rides to the Polls
Registered voters can get free rides to the polls during the 2026 midterm election through a partnership between Citrus Connection and the Polk County Supervisor of Elections.
