News as a dialogue
Cindy Glover
Editor
In the digital age, news is no longer a one-way street. It’s a dialogue. We often get thoughtful comments, questions and tips from LkldNow readers. Last week, two such messages prompted us to update and improve articles soon after they were published.
When readers engage with us, our mutual understanding grows — so share your thoughts with us. Tell us if you spot an error or have a question we didn’t answer in an article. We’re just an email away at newstips@lkldnow.com. You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and TikTok.
Sheriff Judd Asks Public For Help Finding Car in Ethan Fussell Murder
The murder might have been caught on camera. The two suspects’ girlfriends have also been arrested.
United Way Honorees Recognized For Legacy of Giving
Five people were recognized for their efforts to help Lakeland and Polk County.
Lakeland Prepares For Busier-Than-Usual Hurricane Season
The city is still recovering from 2022’s Hurricane Ian, with three roof replacement projects approved Monday.
Lakeland Electric Bills to Rise by About $10 as Fuel Charge Increases
The cost of natural gas is dictated by economic markets. Currently, demand is up and supply is down in the U.S.
Sheriff: Missing North Lakeland Man Presumed Murdered
Detectives arrested two men on Sunday wanted for weeks for questioning in the case.
Protestors Demand Arrest of LPD Officers Who Punched, Tased 16-Year-Old
Organizers also called for Lakeland Police Chief Sam Taylor to resign.
‘Our Noire Kitchen’ Hits the Road in New Food Trailer
The Catapult startup is known for its jerk chicken, oxtails and gouda grits.
Green ‘Workforce-Affordable’ Townhomes Planned For Gladys Leggett Neighborhood
A subdivision of 87 environmentally sustainable townhomes is planned off Providence Road.
CURATED LAKELAND NEWS
Rose Dynasty Foundation opening a services center for LGBTQ residents on Memorial Boulevard | News Channel 8
Mayor declines NAACP’s request to release LPD body cam video of teen’s viral arrest | 10 Tampa Bay
Nicole Travis and Alis Drumgo, former top Lakeland development officials, are moving on from their Tampa jobs | Tampa Bay Times
Four Polk women will bicycle across the U.S. to raise money for Top Buttons | The Ledger
Florida Politics blog lists Jennifer Canady among Tampa Bay’s most powerful politicians, citing her ‘rapid impact’ as a first-term legislator
Woman, 73, who died in multi-vehicle crash on Harden was a former Carillon Lakes HOA president | News Channel 8
Lakeland actor discusses path from steady work to homelessness to affordable housing | Spectrum News 9
Grady Judd gets an election opponent: Theodore ‘Pink Tie’ Murray, who claims deputies were unresponsive to him | The Ledger
Police chase that started in Plant City led to a multi-vehicle crash on Harden that left an ‘innocent’ person dead | Fox 13 News
Enjoy First Friday | 6-9 p.m. | Downtown
The theme of the June First Friday is family fun, and it features inflatables and competitive games from Lakeland Moonwalk (price per activity varies). As usual, check out vendors and makers on Kentucky Avenue, food trucks on Pine Street, and classy cars on Tennessee Avenue.
Listen to piano soloists | Friday through Sunday | Various locations
The Swan City Piano Festival hosts free recitals: Robert Fleitz Friday at 7 p.m. at Harrison School for the Arts; Martin Bejerano Saturday at 7 p.m. at the Polk Museum of Art; Byeol Kim Sunday at 3 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church. RSVP for free.
Celebrate black businesses | Friday and Saturday | Various locations
The Black Business Expo focuses on health, wealth and wellness. Highlights include a free community health fair Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Well; Lakeland heritage bus tour Friday at noon; hoedown meet and greet Friday at 5 p.m.; black business expo Saturday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Springhill Suites; quick pitch business competition Saturday at 3; a B2B Blender Saturday from 5-10; and a gospel jazzy brunch Sunday from 11 to 5. Tickets for specific events range from $20 to $45; full package is $85.
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