Florida Poly and OCOM Launch Fast-Track Medical Degree to Address Doctor Shortage in Polk County
New 6-year program lets students earn a B.S. and Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree, aiming to boost local healthcare access in underserved areas.
❓Flash Poll: Hurricane season is here. Do you have a storm kit prepped and ready❓
YMCA Expands After-School Programs to Support Working Families in Polk County
New and returning YMCA sites offer affordable care, academic enrichment, and flexible scheduling for parents.
69 Years Ago Today, Elvis Shook Lakeland
A 21-year-old Elvis Presley rocked the stage at Lakeland’s Polk Theatre, sparking teen frenzy, adult concern and a cultural moment still echoing.
RCE Foundation Hosts ‘Smash for a Cause’ Pickleball Event in Lakeland on Sept. 13
Open to all skill levels, the charity tournament at Grasslands Golf & Country Club supports local families in need through competitive and casual play.
PPA Pickleball Tour Coming to Lakeland This November for First-Ever Veolia Lakeland Open
Lakeland’s Beerman Family Tennis Center will host pros and amateurs at the six-day PPA tournament, expected to draw 1,000 visitors and $800K in economic impact.
Ikea Mini-Shops Coming to Lakeland Best Buy as Part of Florida and Texas Pilot Program
Best Buy in Lakeland will host a 1,000-square-foot Ikea showroom this fall, featuring kitchen and laundry goods with design help from Ikea staff.
Lakeland Recognizes Residential and Commercial Beautification Award Winners for August
Home on Lake Parker Drive and Aida Palms apartments honored for outstanding landscaping, fruit trees, butterfly-friendly plants and community pride.
LAKELAND NEWS FROM OTHER SOURCES
In a first, Polk Education Foundation gives $1 million in scholarships | The Ledger (paywall)
State vouchers for private and home education take $45.7 million from Polk County public schools | The Ledger (paywall)
Florida Poly students create possible solution for spacewalks | Bay News 9
Polk County Schools looking at high school rezoning options | News Channel 8
As Polk County students return to school, cameras on school buses will once again be used to catch drivers illegally passing them | Fox 13
Polk Boys & Girls Clubs receive $1.8 million in frozen federal money | The Ledger (paywall)
Lakeland commissioners reject attempt to make it easier to sell Lakeland Electric | The Ledger (paywall)
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd rails against ICE recruitment tactics, says Kristi Noem needs to put on ‘big girl pants’ | News Channel 8 Polk News
City of Lakeland study cites ‘insufficient’ flood control in Lake Bonny storm flooding | ABC Action News
Dixieland Night Market| Friday | 6-11 p.m. | 1023 S. Florida Ave.
Come out to Dixieland on the second Friday each month for the latest works from local artists, fashion designers, jewelry makers and other local entrepreneurs. Free.
Girls Night: The Musical | Friday | 8 p.m. | RP Funding Center- Youkey Theatre
The definitive show for bachelorette parties, birthdays and generally any excuse to get the ladies together for a night of laughter and naughtiness. Tickets: From $163.
Children’s Theater | Saturday | 2-2:30 p.m. | Lakeland Public Library
An interactive story-time that lets kids become the stars! Suggest themes, perform on stage, or just sit back and watch the show. Designed for children ages 4 and up. Free, no registration required.
Silent Book Club| Sunday | 2-3:30 p.m. | Pour Bear Coffee
A kickoff Silent Book Club get-together. Bring a book to read and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere at Pour Bear Coffee. That’s it. After reading, sit a while and enjoy talking time with fellow book enthusiasts. Free.
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