After hearing from community members, several commissioners warmed to the idea of recognizing the day the last slaves heard they were free.
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City Announces 2024 MLK Parade Award Winners
Lakeland’s 46th annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade had 146 participating units including marching bands and step groups.
Posted inTransportation
Repaving Projects Will Disrupt Traffic on Five Roadways
The streets will be milled down and repaved, with work on each taking from two to four days.
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Lakeland Commission Approves $6.5M for Final Cleanup of Coal Plant Waste
The 45-acre landfill contains the toxic byproducts of four decades’ worth of coal combustion.
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Lakeland Asst. Fire Chief Lauded for Pulling Man from Burning SUV While Off-Duty
Michael Williams smashed windows to free the unconscious driver from a nearly engulfed vehicle on I-75 near Ocala.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Names 15-Member Charter Review Committee
The panel is expected to consider how commissioners who represent districts are elected.
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‘One More Child’ Planning Major Expansion to Lake Hunter Campus
The Lakeland-based child welfare agency’s plans will more than double the size of its campus when completed.
Posted inPolitics
10 Issues Lakeland is Watching as the 2024 Legislative Session Begins
The city is hoping for airport and water funding, but worried about Lakeland Electric revenue and new building permit rules.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
LaLonde Joins City Commission, Madden Becomes Mayor Pro Tem
Lakeland’s City Commission convened without minority representation for the first time in more than 50 years.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Commission Unanimously Approves 15-Year Agreement With Avelo Airlines
No members of the public spoke for or against the deal, which was unveiled last week. Service is expected to begin in May or June.