Lakeland has a limited number of urologists who offer the procedure, which has increased in popularity since the reversal of Roe v. Wade.
Author Archives: Stephanie Claytor
Stephanie Claytor has been a broadcast and digital journalist in Lakeland since 2016, covering Polk County for Bay News 9 and currently free-lancing for LkldNow. She is an author of travel and children's books.
Posted inDining
New Food Truck Brings Persian Flavors to Lakeland
The Feasts of Persia food truck merges the flavors of Iran and the U.S. The signature dish is a kabob burger.
Posted inTransportation
FlixBus Plans Service from Lakeland to Tampa, Orlando and Miami
The service targets commuters by using the Gow B. Fields Park and Ride on U.S. 98 near Interstate 4.
Posted inPublic Safety
15 Things To Know About LPD’s Body-Worn Cameras
A 20-page policy governs the use of the video equipment that is being issued to 265 officers.
Posted inSchools
WonderHere Converts to a Farm Schoolhouse
Owners Tiffany Thenor and Jessica Zivkovich set out to show ‘education can be done … more peacefully and joyfully.’
Posted inPeople
Callie Neslund Promoted to CEO of the GiveWell Community Foundation
She joined the organization in August and succeeds John Attaway, who will remain with GiveWell as counsel.
Posted inRecreation
Regional Step Show Will Kick Off Black History Month
Lakeland’s Taken By Surprise Step Team will host teens from throughout the South at the competition
Posted inHealth
Moms With Monitors Program Aims to Reduce Infant Mortality in Polk
The initiative is a joint effort by the Polk County Health Department and the League of Women Voters.
Posted inPeople
Dr. William Roth selected as Watson Clinic’s managing partner
The previous managing partner, Dr. Steven Achinger, chose not to seek the position again, a clinic spokeswoman said.
Posted inBusiness
Little Bus Books Setting Up Shop in The Nectary
A Florida theme connects both stores. The Nectary sells native plants, and the bookstore has featured Florida titles.