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Posted inBusiness
Little Bus Books Setting Up Shop in The Nectary
A Florida theme connects both stores. The Nectary sells native plants, and the bookstore has featured Florida titles.
Posted inCrime / Justice
Two Students Arrested After Gun Found at Lakeland Highlands Middle School
Police found no evidence of threats made against students or staff,
Chief Sam Taylor said.
Posted inCity Hall
City Reviews Cybersecurity Preparedness
New state laws prohibit ransomware payments and release of information that could lead to a data breach.
Posted inSchools
School Board Gets Tutored on $2.3 Billion Budget
Polk’s school district is 24th largest in U.S. but ranks 995th our of 13,588 districts in funding
Posted inTransportation
Resurfacing Scheduled for 31 Lakeland Streets
Residents will be notified at least two days before paving starts via information hung on house doors
Posted inCrime / Justice
Man Arrested in Christmas Eve Murder of Wife
The husband, who was on pretrial release on domestic violence charges, was under orders to stay away from his wife.
Posted inBusiness
Newest Discount Bin Store Draws Crowds
Bin Hub Lakeland opened Dec. 2, drawing lines of bargain hunters looking for discounts on overstock items from major retailers.
Posted inSocial Services
New Bethel AME Church Creating a Community Garden
Produce grown on-site will be used for the congregation’s much-needed food pantry.
Posted inSchools
Lakeland High School Chorus Selected to Perform at Carnegie Hall
Singers now raising funds to travel to the prestigious National Youth Festival in April.