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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.

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.

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Dec 19, 2024 · By 2027, local emergency care options could include: Lakeland Regional’s main hospital on Lakeland Hills Boulevard.; The freestanding emergency room owned by HCA Florida at 3526 S. Florida Ave. — which opened in May 2020.; The new freestanding ER owned by HCA Florida at 1075 Carpenter’s Way.; A freestanding ER that Lakeland Regional has nearly finished building at 6150 S. Florida Ave ...

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 geographic district but they are elected ...

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Dec 20, 2024 · YMCA option: The city’s recreation staff has partnered with the Lakeland Family YMCA of West Central Florida on Cleveland Heights Boulevard to offer another option during the closure. Swimmers can purchase a daily or weekly pass to use the YMCA:. Daily passes: $5 for those 17 and younger; $10 for those over 18. Weekly passes: $25 per person; $40 for family passes, which includes two adults ...

Thomas Allen Colvin II, affectionally known as “Tommy”, who was 41 years old, passed away at his residence on December 23, 2024. He was born on May 10, 1983, at Lakeland Regional Hospital in Lakeland, where he spent his entire life.

Jun 14, 2024 · Voter guide: As always, LkldNow is producing a guide to local elections to help you research the candidates and their positions. Our aim is to publish it before Aug. 10, the date early voting starts for the primary election. The races Polk County Commission . Each of the five commissioners represents a specific geographic portion …