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Lkldnow.com was founded by Barry Friedman, who has spent most of his career curating news for residents of Lakeland and Polk County. Barry founded theledger.com and guided its growth for 19 years. In various editing positions, he oversaw every department in The Ledger newsroom except Sports. His current passion is figuring out how to preserve engaging and impactful community journalism in the age of social media. WHERE TO FIND US

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The collaboration creates a training ground where students can safely learn to defend against digital threats.
10/20/2025

The collaboration creates a training ground where students can safely learn to defend against digital threats.

A new Florida Poly–Sittadel partnership creates a student-powered cybersecurity lab to build local talent and protect Polk County businesses.

More than 1,000 demonstrators lined up along Freedom Park on Saturday for Lakeland's second “No Kings Day of Action” — a...
10/20/2025

More than 1,000 demonstrators lined up along Freedom Park on Saturday for Lakeland's second “No Kings Day of Action” — a protest against what participants see as a multitude of abuses by the Trump Administration.

More than 1,000 demonstrators lined up along Freedom Park on Saturday for Lakeland's second “No Kings Day of Action” — a protest against what participants see as a multitude of abuses by the Trump Administration.

Lakeland is selling two downtown properties to Publix Super Markets for $10 each, stemming from a deal negotiated 30 yea...
10/17/2025

Lakeland is selling two downtown properties to Publix Super Markets for $10 each, stemming from a deal negotiated 30 years ago.

Lakeland is selling two downtown properties to Publix Super Markets for $10 each, stemming from a deal negotiated 30 years ago.

Some of the fastest boats in racing will compete on Lake Hollingsworth this Saturday and Sunday.
10/17/2025

Some of the fastest boats in racing will compete on Lake Hollingsworth this Saturday and Sunday.

Some of the fastest boats in racing will compete in the Orange Cup Regatta on Lake Hollingsworth this Saturday and Sunday.

Polk County’s new Educator Academy gives Lakeland High students a head start in teaching.
10/16/2025

Polk County’s new Educator Academy gives Lakeland High students a head start in teaching.

Polk County schools and Florida Southern College launched the Educator Academy at Lakeland High to train and inspire future local teachers.

One year after Hurricane Milton, Lake Bonny residents hope fixes arrive before the next storm. A study identified three ...
10/15/2025

One year after Hurricane Milton, Lake Bonny residents hope fixes arrive before the next storm. A study identified three options to prevent future flooding, but relief hinges on approval of an $11.8 million grant.

One year after Hurricane Milton, Lake Bonny residents hope fixes arrive before the next storm. A study identified three options to prevent future flooding, but relief hinges on approval of an $11.8 million grant.

Lakeland store part of Barnes & Noble’s national expansion and new approach to bookstore design...
10/14/2025

Lakeland store part of Barnes & Noble’s national expansion and new approach to bookstore design...

Lakeland store part of Barnes & Noble’s national expansion and new approach to bookstore design

A ‘Dixieland Squeeze’ could launch as soon as December. Local business owners asked Citrus Connection to expand the popu...
10/13/2025

A ‘Dixieland Squeeze’ could launch as soon as December. Local business owners asked Citrus Connection to expand the popular service. See a map of where it might go.

A ‘Dixieland Squeeze’ could launch as soon as December. Local business owners asked Citrus Connection to expand the popular service. See a map of where it might go.

This Sat is the last day free formalwear in Lakeland: Project Homecoming give teens suits, gowns, and safe choices this ...
10/10/2025

This Sat is the last day free formalwear in Lakeland: Project Homecoming give teens suits, gowns, and safe choices this season. The project will return in the Spring as Project Prom. For more info, read our article:

Free prom and homecoming dresses in Polk County: Project Prom & Project Homecoming give teens suits, gowns, and safe choices this season.

Polish brothers bring European meats, pierogies and tradition to South Florida Avenue location
10/10/2025

Polish brothers bring European meats, pierogies and tradition to South Florida Avenue location

Brothers Piotr and Dariusz Kotarowski are excited to share their Polish roots and appreciation for European foods.

Repeated washouts have been dangerous for motorists and costly for the city.
10/09/2025

Repeated washouts have been dangerous for motorists and costly for the city.

Four blocks of Easton Drive from Fairmount Avenue to Buckingham Avenue in Lakeland will be repaved within the next year.

Rainbow Roots Festival brings art, history and pride to Lakeland this October.
10/09/2025

Rainbow Roots Festival brings art, history and pride to Lakeland this October.

Celebrate q***r art and history at Lakeland’s free Rainbow Roots Festival Oct. 12 with vendors, live performances and family-friendly fun.

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