At the July 20 city commission meeting, Lakeland Electric and water utility officials provided more information about the impacts of a data center as commissioners weigh a moratorium.
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Can Great Southern Beverages Make a Comeback?
Great Southern Beverages, a Lakeland beverage-producer-for-hire is seeking to overcome financial challenges and adapt to shifts in consumers’ tastes to stay afloat.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Commissioners To Consider 12-Month Pause on Data Centers
At least two commissioners want time to develop rules for a fast-growing industry that is not addressed in Lakeland’s land use code.
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Commission Votes to Lower Fuel Rate by $5 Beginning July 1
Commissioners voted unanimously on Monday, May 4, to lower the Lakeland Electric fuel rate by $5 beginning July 1, 2026, from $62 to $57 per 1,000 kilowatt-hours.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Electric’s Newest Customer Service Rep Isn’t Human
AI chatbot “CayLa” will handle routine calls as the utility faces growing demand.
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Fuel Rate Increase Will Add $18 to Most Lakeland Electric Bills This Spring
Natural gas costs spiked during last month’s cold snap, leaving Lakeland Electric about $19 million over budget.
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Last Friday’s Downtown Blackout Disrupts Lakeland Community Theatre Performance
A blackout that affected most of downtown Lakeland paused the production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” on Friday, Feb. 20
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Brace for Higher Electric Bills After Lakeland’s Deep Freeze
Record-setting cold drove up electricity use across the city. Here’s why bills may be higher — and what help is available.
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Lakeland Electric Launches Rate Study to See if Power Bills Add Up
Results of the six-month study are expected this summer. Any approved changes would appear on electric bills starting Oct. 1.
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Lakeland Electric Invests $3.5 Million to Keep ‘Workhorse’ Unit 5 Running
City approves upgrades to McIntosh Unit 5 and embarks on long-term resource planning.
