SCORE started in 1964 as Service Corps of Retired Executives, and currently has more than 300 chapters nationally and over 11,000 volunteers spanning all fields of business and expertise. The official name was changed to the acronym SCORE to reflect the inclusion of the many volunteers who are current business owners. SCORE is a Resource Partner of the Small Business Administration. More
Pace Center for Girls, Polk is partnering with the urban rappelling company Over the Edge to host the Center’s second annual Ten Story Challenge fundraising event April 29 from 3 to 6 p.m. and April 30 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. More
For 15 years and counting, Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine has invited local leaders to participate in their annual Swan Derby fundraiser. LVIM has raised over $2 million through the Swan Derby to help provide affordable healthcare and medical procedures to low-income residents in Polk County. More
Noah’s Ark of Central Florida announces Lisa Gifford and Sonia Glisson as new members of the Board of Directors. More
Noah’s Ark of Central Florida is pleased to announce Jim Maskas, Roxann Bonta, Todd Edwards, Linda Harkins, and Susy Aviles as new members of the Board of Directors. More
Noah’s Ark of Central Florida has announced Mandy Fulton as the organization’s new Development Director. More
For eight years, supporters of the Pace Center for Girls of Polk County have gathered for the organization’s annual Posh Purse Party at Grasslands Golf and Country Club. Part lottery, part silent auction, it’s a lively event that raffles off donated designer purses and includes a gentleman’s corner to ensure everyone is in on the fun. More
We’ve redesigned our bills to make it easier than ever to understand your bill. We examined utility bills from across the country and participated in a national utility benchmarking study of bill redesign projects. To make a great bill design, we gathered their best practices and added a little Lakeland spin to make it stand out.More
From academics to extracurriculars, to the school culture and feel of campus, independent schools can vary drastically, and discerning the best fit for your student can seem daunting. This guide is designed to help you know what to look for, and what questions to ask as you embark on this important journey.More
Have you heard about Lakeland Electric’s upcoming Customer Appreciation game? Lakeland Electric values its customers and loves being part of this community. To show appreciation, they are hosting a free Customer Appreciation Night at the Florida Tropics indoor soccer game on Saturday, Feb. 22, at 5:05 p.m.More
