A lane closure on the northbound side of Lakeland Highlands Road is causing heavier than usual traffic backups as crews repair a suspected leak in a massive concrete pipe buried more than 15 feet underground.
Tag: prime
Posted inBriefs
LDDA Announces Tasty Tuesday ‘Summer Vacation’
The Lakeland Downtown Development Authority has announced that “Tasty Tuesday is taking a little summer vacation” from June through August. The event will resume in September 2026.
Posted inBriefs
Grandfather Oak at Bonnet Springs Splits
At around 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, the live oak known as the “Grandfather Oak” at Bonnet Springs Park developed a split down its main trunk causing a large portion of the iconic tree to fall.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland Takes First Step Toward Data Center Moratorium
Commissioners asked the city attorney to draft a 12-month pause on large-scale facilities, with votes expected in July.
Posted inBriefs
Lisa Miller Reelected to Polk School Board
Incumbent Lisa Miller has been elected without opposition to serve a third term on the Polk County School Board representing District 7.
Posted inBriefs
Einstein Bros. Bagels Opens on South Florida Avenue
Einstein Bros. Bagels opened at 2928 S. Florida Ave. in June. The location is open from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., seven days a week.
Posted inBriefs
Lakeland Library Launches Dinosaur-Themed Summer Programs
The Lakeland Public Library is bringing dinosaurs to life this summer with a series of themed programs for children, teens, and adults at both its main library and the Larry R. Jackson Branch.
Posted inBriefs
Velvet Swan Celebrates Soft Opening June 10
The Velvet Swan, in the works since fall 2025, will open its doors for the first time on Wednesday, June 10, at 4 p.m.
Posted inBriefs
Polk County Urges Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Season Now
June 1 is the official start of the 2026 hurricane season, and Polk County is encouraging residents to be prepared.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
Lakeland’s June 2026 Beautification Award Winners
Colonial Square Properties and Debra Funkhouse and John McCutheon’s home on Penny Lane were recognized by the Lakeland Beautification committee.
