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Lakeland Invests in Affordable Housing, But New Units are
WEBSep 18, 2023 · The Lakeland Housing Authority opened applications at the beginning of August for Section 8 vouchers and public housing. Its executive director, Ben Stevenson, said 7,200 households applied; the agency currently has 1,525 vouchers to give out. Stevenson said that’s just a glimpse of the affordable housing crisis in Lakeland.
City Commission Election Results: McLeod Wins, LaLonde and
WEBNov 7, 2023 · Incumbent Chad McLeod won a decisive victory in his bid for reelection to the Lakeland City Commission on Tuesday, but political newcomer Guy LaLonde fell just short of the 50% needed to win outright, so he will head to a runoff election against interim Commissioner Sam Simmons on Dec. 5. When the Supervisor of …
Publix Expanding Its Downtown Technology Footprint - LkldNow
WEBAug 30, 2024 · Publix Super Markets is planning a major expansion in downtown Lakeland as it takes over a fourth building to create a “technology campus” for its information technology workers. “There’ll be hundreds of new high-skill, high-wage jobs with an average annual wage of $130,000,” Lakeland Economic Development Council President Steve ...
Avelo Airlines Adds Seven New Non-Stop Destinations from …
WEBJul 24, 2024 · Reach her at [email protected] or 863-272-9250. More by Kimberly C. Moore. Lakeland Linder International Airport and Avelo Airlines officials announced Wednesday that they are adding seven new routes and making Lakeland a hub for the airline. The new direct, non-stop destinations are: …
As Property Taxes Come Due, Many Homebuyers Saw Significant …
WEBMar 31, 2023 · The City of Lakeland’s share of the property tax revenue is expected to be almost $49 million – up 15.8% from the $42.3 million it received last year. Property taxes are the single largest source of money for the city’s general fund, accounting for 22% of the budget. Source: City of Lakeland. Despite the increases, city Finance Director ...
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WEBSeptember 23, 2024. Larry Moody, 81, passed away September 2nd, 2024, at home in Lecanto, Florida. He was born May 1st, 1943, in Tampa, Florida, to John Henry and Ann Addison Moody.
Part 4: Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd Becomes a National Figure
WEBJul 26, 2022 · LkldNow is looking at the career of Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, who is celebrating 50 years at the Sheriff’s Office and his 50th wedding anniversary. This is Part 4 of a five-part series. Judd also openly supported Donald Trump during his 2016 campaign, although Judd’s public support was notably absent in 2020.