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Mar 3, 2025 · Lakeland commissioners vote to end fluoridating city water. Prior to the vote on Monday, Lakeland commissioners and Mayor Bill Mutz gave statements after nearly 30 minutes of public comment.

14 hours ago · The Florida Legislature’s annual session opened March 6 and is scheduled to conclude May 2. Florida House members are allowed to file up to seven bills, while there is no limit for state senators.

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Jan 7, 2025 · The ongoing violations largely cite SJD Development for allowing the golf course's fairways to become overgrown and filled with debris. City staff said holes 2 to 5 and holes 6 and 7 are all ...

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Feb 18, 2025 · Around 150 protesters gathered in Winter Haven, Florida to express their disapproval of the Trump administration and Elon Musk's leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).

18 hours ago · The Tampa Bay Times was first to report in January 2024 on the increase in sales of opioid drugs at Publix pharmacies. The Times cited data reported to the Drug Enforcement Administration via the ...

6 days ago · Lakeland Linder International Airport will begin charging for long-term parking by this summer. The airport will remain free for short-term parking, up to four hours, to encourage patronage of the ...

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2 days ago · Lake Gibson senior Christian Fretwell (boys weightlifting) is now a three-time state champion. He won a 5-4 decision over Tampa Jesuit’s Reid Yates to win the 132-pound weight class and improve ...

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1 day ago · Tiger Woods announced Tuesday he ruptured his left Achilles while preparing to return to the PGA Tour. He underwent surgery Tuesday in West Palm Beach.

1 day ago · Scott reiterated the PGA Tour must look out for itself and protect its brand as it moves forward with the negotiations with LIV Golf that started 21 months ago.

9 hours ago · Sahith Theegala, a top-ranked golfer, is moving to Jupiter, Florida to join a growing community of professional golfers. PONTE VEDRA BEACH — Living among golf royalty comes with its perks.

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