Tropic Watch: Long-range outlook is quiet. We’ll let you know if that changes.
TOP STORIES
The top two stories came out of last week’s City Commission meeting. Lakeland Housing Authority received support for their plan to transition public housing to what’s known as Project-based Section 8 where the subsidy attaches to the property. Read Cindy Glover’s full article for what that means for LHA and for residents.
A 24-home development on Hallam Drive and a zoning change request for Laura Road project both received unanimous approval. Anna Toms has the details on both projects in her article.
The new school year is almost here and with it, we have three stories involving education. Anna Toms takes us into the second year of LRH’s Discover program that gives high school students meaningful exposure to medical careers.
All seven school board candidates answered questions at LkldNow and The League of Women Voters’ forum. Read Erin Grant’s recap if you missed it.
Our colleagues at WUSF report on Florida Poly’s new athletic department quest for space.
School Board Candidates Meet at LkldNow Public Forum
July 27, 2026
Reader Poll
August primaries are approaching, so last week we asked: Do you find researching what local offices will be up for election in August challenging?
You said:
92% said Yes
8% said No
LKLD LORE FROM LKLDNOW
Lkld Lore is a recurring tag we use to explore the people, places, and history that give our city its unique character. For this one, Erin Grant heads to Silver Moon Drive-in, one of only four drive-ins still operating in the state.
Do you know a bit of Lakeland lore you think we should explore? Tell us about it at newstips@lkldnow.com
PLANNING YOUR WEEKEND?
LKLDBRIEFS
Bite-sized news we didn’t want you to miss.
Lakeland NAACP Hosts National Night Out and Back-to-School Giveaway
Back-to-School Tax Free Holiday Begins in Florida
RECOMMENDED READS
Local news from other vetted sources.
City leaders map out cuts if property tax amendment passes | Chad Mills, Tampa Bay 28
State halts new admissions at Peace River Center crisis unit after patient’s death | Rebecca Petit, Tampa Bay 28
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Trinity Laurino
Executive Director, LkldNow
Anna Toms
Newsroom Lead, LkldNow
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