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Which cities share Lakeland’s latitude and longitude?
Directly north, east, south, and west of LAL, cities across the world await.
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Patrick Sidwell
Mayors Minute
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Who received Paycheck Protection Program Loans in Polk County?
July 9, 2020
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Check-in: COVID-19 update for Lakeland
July 8, 2020
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Lakeland approves mask ordinance
July 2, 2020
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Mayors Minute
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Mayor Mutz’s monthly moment – A Quiet Reflection
July 1, 2020
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#Answered: Your questions about Lakeland’s real estate market during COVID-19 🏡
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How to support Lakeland’s bars during COVID-19
June 26, 2020
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Kaylee Holland
BLM Equality Protest
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Nonprofits that support the Black community in Lakeland, FL
June 24, 2020
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Check out Lakeland’s newest hotel downtown
June 24, 2020
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A Q+A with the Lakeland Police Department
June 23, 2020
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Will masks be mandatory in Lakeland?
June 22, 2020
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