The effort to identify criminals is part of a series of Florida Polytechnic student capstone projects.
Author Archives: Shawn LaFata
Beginning his career as a sportswriter, Shawn LaFata has written for daily newspapers such as the Tampa Tribune and Florida Times-Union, as well as multiple magazines and websites.
Posted inHistory
Historic Lakeland Homes Get Tender Care
Two Lakeland properties have been recognized for outstanding residential renovations.
Posted inEducation
Dignified Help, No Hoops, at School Pantry
Educators at Southwest Middle School create a food pantry and clothes closet for students in need.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lake Mirror Promenade Approaches 100, Gets a Facelift
The handsome downtown walkway, which is on the National Register of Historic Places, will need further work.
Posted inBusiness
Nature in The Office: a First in Polk County
Citrus Connection is getting ready to debut the first biophilic office in Lakeland and beyond.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Just Got in from Chicago — but Their Wings Aren’t Tired
Lakeland welcomed six new swans at the airport Monday, to help diversify the gene pool on Lake Morton.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Singer to Face Musick for Commission
Kim-Marie Noble enters race for Lakeland District D City Commission seat held by Mike Musick since 2021.
Posted inArts & Culture
Sun ‘n Fun Kicks Off Week In Air, On Ground
Blue Angels perform Friday-Sunday at Sun ‘n Fun during a week full of aviation events and entertainment.
Posted inNeighborhoods
Do SEU’s Daycare Plans Fit Its Once-Quiet Neighborhood?
The university says its new education center will be a local attribute. Some of its neighbors aren’t so sure.