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Tallahassee is picking local governments' pockets | Guest commentary
2+ hour, 58+ min ago (80+ words) Lakeland Ledger I had the privilege of serving 12 years on the Polk County Commission. From that lofty perch, I would like to share my thoughts on the homestead exemption referendum. The first step in the budgeting process begins with the…...
Privacy is a poor argument against police cameras | r. Bruce Anderson
2+ hour, 59+ min ago (554+ words) I’ve spent more time in Europe than I’d like to think, mostly in Germany. And though I’m no Europhile, I have to admit that wandering around in big cities over there has a level of safety simply not happening in…...
Nonprofit opens Balance Center in Lakeland to prevent falls
2+ hour, 53+ min ago (79+ words) Lakeland Ledger Nonprofit opens Balance Center in Lakeland to prevent falls Central Florida Speech & Hearing Center will open its Balance Center on Aug. 17 to address the risk of falls among older adults. The Balance Center is at 2960 Lakeland Highlands Road…...
Polk commissioner proposes a sales tax to offset property tax cuts
19+ hour, 23+ min ago (68+ words) Lakeland Ledger Polk commissioner proposes a sales tax to offset property tax cuts Commissioner Bill Braswell stole the show at the end of an hourslong Aug. 14 Polk County Commission session on the potential $133 million in cuts to county departments in…...
Popular Lakeland restaurateurs expand, open new concept in Auburndale
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (49+ words) Lakeland Ledger Popular Lakeland restaurateurs expand, open new concept in Auburndale A successful Lakeland chef and restaurateur is launching a second location in Auburndale, getting back to their roots and hoping to anchor a new wave of small, independent businesses....
Seven apply for judge position on Highlands County Court
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (37+ words) Lakeland Ledger Seven candidates have applied for an opening on the Highlands County Court. The Judicial Nominating Commission for the 10th Judicial Circuit received applications from these candidates:...
Lakeland Christian's AJ Truedell rushes for his third touchdown
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (20+ words) Lakeland Ledger Lakeland Christian's AJ Truedell rushes for his third touchdown...
Here are 3 takeaways from Lakeland Christian's victory over Davenport
1+ day, 5+ hour ago (56+ words) Lakeland Ledger Here are 3 takeaways from Lakeland Christian's victory over Davenport LAKELAND — With the addition of some key transfers who join a a talented core of returning players, Lakeland Christian is said to have a lot of potential, especially on…...
Fort Meade recall advances for 2 of 3 commissioners | Exclusive
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (86+ words) Lakeland Ledger Fort Meade recall advances for 2 of 3 commissioners | Exclusive The attempted recall process will move forward for two of three Fort Meade city commissioners targeted for removal. The Polk County Supervisor of Elections Office released its review of petitions…...
Lakeland official scrutinizes privacy risk of Flock Safety cameras
1+ day, 14+ hour ago (85+ words) Lakeland's use of Flock Safety cameras sparks discussion about privacy Lakeland Ledger Lakeland's use of Flock Safety cameras sparks discussion about privacy Lakeland officials were questioning how citizens' right to privacy is protected with the city's use of Flock Safety…...