Korean BBQ and Hot Pot Restaurants are Popping up in Lakeland
Nov 18, 2024 · Korean barbeque and Chinese hot pot restaurants are fairly new to Lakeland — but the tradition of gathering communally and grilling or simmering meats, vegetables and noodles in flavorful broth dates back many centuries. Learn about 3 new local eateries.
Lakeland Electric: Full Power Restoration Will Take At Least 7 Days
Oct 11, 2024 · “So far, we have reported 62 broken poles, 35 damaged transformers and nearly 300 downed wires. These numbers will continue to grow as we continue power restoration,” Lakeland Electric spokeswoman Cathryn Lacy said in a 4 p.m. update.. Flooding: Houses and buildings where there is flooding will likely see power restored later than those without flooding.
Polk County Commission - LkldNow
Oct 2, 2024 · Other commission seats: Political newcomer Mike Scott, a Republican, was elected to the District 5 seat on the commission in the August primary; no Democrat ran for the position. Commissioner Bill Braswell was automatically re-elected because he received no opponents this election cycle. Commissioners: Each of the five county commissioners represents a …
Veterans Service Office Opens Inside Lakeland VA Clinic
Sep 13, 2024 · Coordinated effort: U.S. Rep. Scott Franklin, R-Lakeland, coordinated with the Polk County Veterans Services Division and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to open the VSO office. “I understand how challenging it can be for fellow veterans to navigate the VA,” said Franklin, a U.S. Naval Academy graduate and veteran of the first Gulf War.
Voter Guide: 2024 General Election - LkldNow
Before you vote in the Nov. 5 general election, research the candidates in local races for Lakeland, Florida, and read their answers to five timely questions.
LkldNow: Lakeland FL news
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Polk County Sheriff - LkldNow
Oct 2, 2024 · Republican, incumbent; Lakeland, age 70; Sheriff; Brief bio: Lakeland native who has worked continuously at the Polk County Sheriff’s Office since he was hired as a dispatcher in 1972 at age 18. He was elected sheriff in 2004 and subsequently re-elected. Education: Lakeland High School; AS degree, police science, Polk Community College; BS degree, criminal justice, …
Obituaries - LkldNow
William “Bill” T. Freund, 85. William T. Freund (Bill) was born on August 14, 1939 in Toledo, OH. He studied music at the Conservatory of Cincinnati and later traveled around the world as the pianist in the U.S Navy Admiral’s Band.
Mary Ruth Lovett Chesson, 96 - LkldNow
Oct 23, 2024 · Mary Ruth Lovett Chesson was born on August 31,1928, in Atlanta, Georgia. She lived and attended school there until she met her husband Maywood “Chess” Chesson, and they married in 1948.
Lakeland Regional Health Infection Prevention Chief Haight Honored
Nov 14, 2024 · Kimberly C. Moore, who grew up in Lakeland, has been a print, broadcast and multimedia journalist for more than 30 years. Before coming to LkldNow in the spring of 2022, she was a reporter for four years with The Ledger, first covering Lakeland City Hall and then Polk County schools.