Touching Moment: Dad Announces Alex Asher’s First MLB At-Bat
Hat-tip to City of Lakeland Facebook page.
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Lakeland Swimsuit Designer Recognized by Business Journal, Essence
Lakeland swimsuit designer Altrichia Cook won a lot of attention in June when Nicki Minaj wore one of her fashions on the cover of Cosmopolitan. She’s enjoying a new round as she became one of Tampa Bay Business Journal’s Businesswomen of the Year and appeared in Essence.More
Political Commentator Bill Rufty Gets a New Platform
Political junkies will soon be able to read reporting from retired Ledger political editor Bill Rufty again. He has agreed to write occasionally for Florida Politics and SaintPetersBlog.More
Oasis Service Will Let Teens Grieve for Pastor’s Daughter
As members grieve over the death of a 16-year-old pastor’s daughter, Oasis Community Church is giving teen members a chance to express themselves tonight through a teen service.More