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In a surprise move last Friday, Talbot House withdrew from the hearing to reevaluate their proposed facility on Memorial Blvd. Read Talbot House’s statement and then Anna Toms’ article on the reaction from City Commission.
Reader Poll
Last week was Sun ‘n Fun’s Aerospace Expo, so we asked,
“Have you attended before?”
69% said Yes
31% said No
Monday morning, rumors circulated quickly across social media after a large police presence was spotted at Lake Hollingsworth and a section of the pedestrian path was closed. LkldNow got the facts and broke what turned out to be a tragic story.
Active Investigation at Lake Hollingsworth
Lakeland Police Department is conducting an investigation after a body was found at Lake Hollingsworth […]
Our deepest sympathies go out to the friends and family of the young man. For anyone having a mental health crisis, there is support available. Call or text 988 or text TALK to 741741.
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Superintendent Heid sent an email warning of the consequences of playing the popular “senior assassins” game in an era plagued by school shootings. Several commenters on our article lamented the loss of the game with one saying, “This activity allowed kids to get to know other people and actually get out of the house while having fun at the same time.”
In City Hall news, Cindy Glover reports on the city’s bill for rising gas prices, and Lakeland commissioners react to the approval of the Fort Meade data center.
Lakeland Adds $600K for Fuel as Diesel Costs Soar
April 21, 2026
MORE HAPPENINGS AROUND TOWN
While wildfires are currently raging in North and South Florida, recent rains helped Polk county suspend the burn ban.
The skies are quieter now after another Sun ‘n Fun is done. New this year to the aviation expo — a free express shuttle service to help alleviate traffic. ICYMI: Read Cindy’s reporting on the event’s overall impact in Lakeland.
Notta Gallery helped turn downtown into a vibrant street festival last Friday in celebration of Hispanic art and culture. Read Anna Toms’ reporting on the event and exhibit that runs through July 12.
Citrus Connection Offers Free Express Service to Sun ‘n Fun
April 17, 2026
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TOP LAKELAND NEWS FROM AROUND THE WEB
There’s more news than our small (but mighty) team can cover, so for other local news, we curate from the best sources we can find, without paywalls when possible and avoiding articles created by AI.
Frequent elevator break-downs at St. Luke’s Life Center apartments have seniors alarmed | Tampa Bay 28
After complaints about Polk’s animal shelter, County Commission Scott agrees to visit neighboring shelters for comparison | The Ledger (paywall)
Lakeland CRA rolls out mural passport with prizes to boost engagement | The Ledger (paywall)
The inaugural Fuego Festival hosted by Notta Gallery on Friday, April 17, marked the opening of “Caballo de Fuego,” an exhibit that honors a lifetime of artwork by Cuban artist Gonzalo Borges. | Anna Toms, LkldNow
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