The family is raising funds and awareness in memory of philanthropist Carol Jenkins Barnett, who died of Alzheimer’s in 2021.
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Franklin Hosting ‘Vet Fest’ on Saturday to Help Veterans Access Benefits
Event will be a one-stop shop to help veterans with health benefits, toxic exposure screenings, claims assistance and other services.
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Lakeland Students Promote ‘Heart Walk’ After Sudden Death of 16-Year-Old Volleyball Standout
Julia Black, a junior at Harrison School of the Arts, suffered a sudden cardiac arrest caused by a pericardial infection.
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After Public Outcry, Lakeland Shortens Parade Route to Avoid Lake Morton
The Christmas Parade route will be 1.8 miles instead of 2.5 miles, partly to protect Lakeland’s iconic swans.
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Lakeland Police Are Gearing Up For Annual ‘Cops for Kids’ Toy Giveaway
Applications and toy donations will be accepted starting next week.
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Gallery: City’s Annual Halloween Festival a Treat for Kids
The event at Lake Mirror was hosted by the Lakeland Police and Lakeland Fire departments.
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‘We Are Not OK’ — Lakeland Rallies Behind Jewish Community Following Attacks in Israel
Lakeland residents of many faiths gathered at Temple Emanuel to show support for Israel as the death toll climbs.
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‘Stand With Israel Rally’ Scheduled for Wednesday
Supporters including Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd will gather in front of Temple Emanuel at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday evening.
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Lakeland Christmas Parade Gets a New Route Around Lake Morton for 2023
The parade will begin at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7. It had to be rerouted due to road closures at Orange Street and Lake Avenue.
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Lakeland NAACP Offering Black History Course
The six-part series is part of a statewide effort by churches and organizations as Florida changes public school curricula