Kimberly Moore

Lakeland

Multimedia Journalist at LkldNow

Award-winning scribe, muckraker, Best of Central Florida reporter

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Franklin Defends Huge Job Cuts at VA

1 month ago | lkldnow.com | Kimberly Moore

U.S. Rep. Scott Franklin, the Republican from Lakeland, said Thursday that he supports the removal of 80,000 workers from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. The wholesale cuts have been spearheaded by the administration of President Donald Trump, including the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, led by Elon Musk. “I met with the new VA Secretary in my office last week and he laid out his plans to make the agency more accountable and efficient,” Franklin said.
Avelo to End Boston/Manchester Flights

1 month ago | lkldnow.com | Kimberly Moore

Avelo Airlines flights to and from Boston and Manchester, New Hampshire, are being canceled after April, Lakeland Airport Director Kris Hallstrand confirmed Thursday, saying not enough passengers were utilizing the twice-a-week service. “They have to be able to generate revenue to operate as a business,” said Hallstrand. “This is a healthy iteration of honing in on what works and what doesn’t work.
Avelo to End Boston/Manchester Flights

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Kimberly Moore

6 hours ago Step forward for Brandin Podziemski is a major development for Golden State Warriors The Golden State Warriors currently sit at 35-28 and the sixth seed in the Western Conference, having seen a major boost to their offense recently … 1 hour ago Fatal collision on I-5 north in Tukwila Washington State Patrol is reporting a fatal collision on I-5 at the SR 599 / Interurban overpass in Tukwila.In a post on X, WSP says a vehicle went … 6 hours ago Source: Browns owner declines meeting...
Lakeland Voiceover Actor George Lowe Dies

1 month ago | lkldnow.com | Kimberly Moore

George Lowe, a Lakeland voiceover actor who won fame for his starring role in the cartoon talk-show spoof “Space Ghost Coast to Coast,” died Sunday following a long illness. He was 67. His family issued a statement, according to The Los Angeles Times, saying “George Lowe had elective heart surgery, and as he recovered, was met with many challenges.
Lakeland Voiceover Actor George Lowe Dies

1 month ago | flipboard.com | Kimberly Moore

1 day agoGeorge Lowe, voice actor known and beloved for his irreverent Space Ghost, dies at 67George Lowe, the voice actor best known for the long-running cult-favorite Cartoon Network and Adult Swim series “Space Ghost Coast to Coast,” died Sunday at age 67, a representative confirmed Tuesday.
Changes to Lakeland Charter Proposed

1 month ago | lkldnow.com | Kimberly Moore

After a year and a half of work and meetings, Lakeland’s Charter Review Committee announced to the City Commission on Monday the changes it is recommending be made to the document by which every aspect of the city is governed. The Charter Review Commission is empaneled every eight years to fine-tune Lakeland’s city charter. There are nearly 200 sections in the charter that were reviewed, line by line, over the last 18 months.
Lakeland to stop adding fluoride to water

1 month ago | lkldnow.com | Kimberly Moore

The Lakeland City Commission voted 6-0 Monday to immediately stop adding fluoride to the city’s drinking water. Each commissioner gave his or her reasoning to remove it, with some acknowledging its benefits in preventing cavities. But they added that they didn’t want to add fluoricilicic acid, a man-made chemical, to the city’s drinking water because some studies show it might cause neurological issues and lower IQ.
Fliers Will Soon Pay to Park at Lakeland Airport

1 month ago | lkldnow.com | Kimberly Moore

For those flying out of Lakeland Linder International Airport, the days of parking for free are coming to a close. As discussed when a deal with Avelo Airlines was announced last year, the city will be installing entry and exit payment kiosks for the paved parking lot. City commissioners are set to approve $1.15 million to pay for them at Monday’s City Commission meeting.
Applications Are Open for Summer Trades Camp

1 month ago | lkldnow.com | Kimberly Moore

The Lakeland Police Department, Polk County Sheriff’s Office and Polk County Public Schools are teaming up to introduce high school students to various building trades. The Summer Trades Camp brings in industry professionals to teach skills needed in vocational job markets. One hundred students in two locations will have free, hands-on sessions to learn about:ArchitectureCarpentryDrywall/paintingElectricalPlumbingRoofingAll materials and safety equipment are provided.
Lakeland Commission May Vote Monday on Removing Fluoride

1 month ago | lkldnow.com | Kimberly Moore

The Lakeland City Commission could vote on whether to remove fluoride from the city’s water system during its meeting Monday. The city of Lakeland added fluoride to its drinking water in 1981 as a way to prevent cavities. Possibly removing fluoride is the last item on Monday’s agenda. It’s a topic that is being discussed by city and county governments across the country.

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