After Talbot House announced their withdrawal on Thursday, April 16, several city commissioners shared their thoughts.
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Talbot House Announces Withdrawal From De Novo Hearing Scheduled for April 20
Facing community pushback and the prospect of restarting the proposal process, Talbot House has withdrawn from the hearing related to its relocation.
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Lakeland Resident Wants Four Housing Authority Board Members Ousted
Mayor says City Commission’s authority is unclear. Staff will need to review legal and federal constraints.
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Lakeland Votes 5-2 for New Talbot House Hearing
Packed meeting draws strong opposition as commissioners agree to reconsider zoning request from scratch April 20.
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Lakeland Recognizes Beautification Award Winners for April 2026
The city recognized the exceptionally well-maintained yard of Yvonne McShay and the planting of natives and trees at the Wabash Self Storage in this month’s Beautification awards.
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Protesters Take to Memorial Blvd. Ahead of Talbot House Appeal
An April 6 hearing could reopen the debate over a proposed homeless services campus on Memorial Boulevard.
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Florida’s 2026 Legislative Session Ends: What Passed, What Failed, and What’s Next?
The session has ended — without a budget. From DEI bans to new voter verification requirements, here are some of the bigger bills that passed and failed, and what lawmakers will tackle in special sessions.
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Lakeland Electric’s Newest Customer Service Rep Isn’t Human
AI chatbot “CayLa” will handle routine calls as the utility faces growing demand.
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Lakeland Recognizes Beautification Award Winners for March 2026
The city recognized the tropical landscape of Sunnye Harrison’s craftsman bungalow in Lake Morton and the landscaping of the Shoppes at Lake Miriam Crossing.
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Fuel Rate Increase Will Add $18 to Most Lakeland Electric Bills This Spring
Natural gas costs spiked during last month’s cold snap, leaving Lakeland Electric about $19 million over budget.
