Next Tuesday: Hear how mental health and policing intersect
Trinity Laurino
Executive Director
This column: 138 words; <1-minute read
At LkldNow, we’re reading “Smart Brevity” by the founders of Axios and Politico and it’s clarifying for us how to improve on being a “reader first” newsroom. You might notice some changes over the coming months as we experiment with how we communicate the news to better serve you. I’m starting here and now.
Coming next week: Space is filling up but there’s still time to register for LkldNow’s Candid Conversation lunch event with Prof. Risdon Slate. We’ll dig into the intersection of mental health and criminal justice on Tuesday, May 14, at noon.
What you need to know:
* It’s free but registration is required.
* Boxed lunches will be provided.
* It’s going to include some heavy topics and frank discussion on mental illness as well as practical solutions and what is being done locally.
Historic Preservationist Purchases Brick Home on Lake Wire That Was Slated for Demolition
Gregory Fancelli steps in to secure the fate of the 1925 Emory Bryant home at 401 W. Peachtree St.
Alleged Getaway Driver in 3-Year-Old’s Murder is Arrested
Plant City Police arrested Demarius Wilson, 22, who has been on the run since the March 11 shootout at the Cambridge Cove apartments.
Lakeland Approves $1.35 Million to Buy Land for NW Fire Station, but Number of Rescue Trucks Remains Unchanged
Union president worries that, although vehicles are routinely replaced, the fleet has not grown with the population.
Mayfaire-by-the-Lake Will Feature 149 Artists, $17,000 in Prizes and a DJ
Everything you need to know to enjoy the 52nd annual Mayfaire-by-the-Lake arts festival at Lake Morton this weekend.
Lakeland Mayor Pledges More Training in Use of Pre-Arrest Diversion Program
Activists say arrests for nonviolent traffic offenses can create a lifetime of legal and financial burdens.
‘Service and Sacrifice:’ Polk County Law Enforcement Officers Pause to Honor Fallen Peers
There are 37 names on the Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial in Veterans Memorial Park.
CURATED LAKELAND NEWS
G. Devin Stephenson unanimously confirmed as president of Florida Poly by state board | The Ledger
Building 2 of Pipkin Road VA Clinic is temporarily closed while mold is being removed | News Channel 8
City Commission agrees, 4-3, to spend nearly $300,000 for parking guidance system in 2 downtown garages | The Ledger
Lakeland Electric is extending the life of McIntosh 5 and taking other steps to delay investing in a new plant | The Ledger
Lakeland Aero Club leader recalls when Queen Elizabeth called Sun ‘n Fun’s director to thank him for hosting RAF cadets | General Aviation News
The two deputies who were shot at Hunt-Fountain Park have been released from the hospital | Fox 13 News
Two new north Lakeland affordable housing complexes have 172 units and a waitlist of 1,700 applicants | The Ledger
Saturday forecast: Mostly sunny, 92°/64°
Sunday forecast: Partly sunny, 92°/68°
Mayfaire-by-the-Lake | Saturday-Sunday | 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Lake Morton
The annual Mother’s Day outdoor arts show is hosted by the Polk Museum of Art. It features 149 artists, $17,000 in prizes, a DJ, and a children’s activity area. Free.
Kids Free Museum Day | Saturday | 10 am to 4 pm | Florida Air Museum
Explore the museum on the Sun ’n Fun campus and enjoy bounce houses and hands-on activities. Free.
Union Hall’s 5th Anniversary | Saturday | 6 pm
The music venue celebrates with performances by Enuff2Give, Ani & The Fly Boys and Noan Partly. Doors open at 6, and music starts at 7. Free.
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