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In response to a statewide water shortage, the Southwest Florida Water Management District is enacting water restrictions for Polk County and surrounding areas.
The storm is expected to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday, Oct. 9.
Don’t miss a local update when a major storm hits. Bookmark these resources to stay informed during Hurricane Milton.
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast on Wednesday, Oct. 9 — here’s what you should know.
Don’t forget these steps on your hurricane prep checklist.
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Lakeland just unveiled a new city-wide system to help residents safely dispose of cooking oil and grease.
Get to know the history behind the unincorporated communities that make up a significant portion of the north Lakeland area.
Get your recycling questions answered, from what will change to how you can still get your recyclables picked up.
The City of Lakeland has finalized its budget for the upcoming fiscal year — let’s take a look at the $731.3 million bottom line.
The 15,000-sqft building has been under construction since August 2022.
Here’s what Lakelanders should know about Polk County’s newly approved budget.

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