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Tag: Lake Morton
Posted inHistory
Remembering Gary the Turkey
In the fall of 2020, a wild turkey named Gary won hearts and brightened spirits in Lakeland.
Posted inNeighborhoods
College Ave-News Delivers Neighborhood News by Kids
In one Lakeland neighborhood, two siblings are creating community through the power of local news.
Posted inEnvironment
Commissioners Approve $2.3M to Clean Up Lakes Morton, Mirror and Hollingsworth
Three projects use different approaches to improve the lakes’ water quality.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Just Got in from Chicago — but Their Wings Aren’t Tired
Lakeland welcomed six new swans at the airport Monday, to help diversify the gene pool on Lake Morton.
Posted inHealth
The Swans Are at Risk from Bird Flu — Now What?
Exercise caution when feeding Lake Morton birds and when interacting with backyard chickens and other pets.
Posted inPublic Safety
Vehicle Lands in Shallow Water on Lake Morton’s Southern Shore
The driver, a 58-year-old woman, was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, police said.
Posted inNeighborhoods
Art Installation Will Celebrate Lake Morton Area and City’s Cultural Organizations
The piece has a picnic theme and includes a neighborhood map and signs pointing toward arts groups.
Posted inPublic Safety
Painted Parking Among Lake Morton Drive Changes
City crews plan to paint lines marking 55 parking spots along the outer lanes of Lake Morton Drive on Dec. 13 as part of continuing efforts to increase driver safety awareness there, officials announced Friday.
Posted inNeighborhoods
Speed Limit Lowered to 20 MPH on Lake Morton Drive
The speed limit on Lake Morton Drive will be reduced from 25 mph to 20 mph next week, the first change implemented to combat the distracted driving that has injured a runner and killed five swans in recent weeks. New signs will be posted next week, Lakeland traffic operations manager Angelo Rao said.