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Hello Lakeland! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What led to the no-bond arrest in this Lakeland shooting case?
- How this new Imperial Lakes permit could affect local flood protection
- How Florida Southern's new Honors College could reshape Lakeland student life
Also on today's calendar: Mini Font.
Today's riddle: What did the tree say when Spring arrived? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 92 and low of 75 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Saturday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, temps: high: 92, low: 74.
- Sunday: A heavy t-storm in the p.m., with a high of 91 and low of 75 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Man charged with 6 counts of attempted murder after shooting into Lakeland home: LPD (tampabay28.com) — Lakeland police arrested a 24-year-old Winter Haven man after shots were fired into a Westgate-area home, critically injuring two of six people inside, including adults with young children present. Detectives used surveillance video and electronic evidence to identify the suspect, who now faces six attempted murder counts and multiple related charges while being held in Polk County Jail without bond. 
2. 1000496 Imperial Lakes (midfloridanewspapers.com) — A developer tied to the Village at Imperial Lakes in Polk County has applied for a Southwest Florida Water Management District permit to regrade 2.46 acres for floodplain storage. Residents can review the application in Tampa and submit written comments or hearing requests within 14 days, referencing permit application 1000496.
3. Florida Southern Rebrands Honors Program into College (investorshangout.com) — Florida Southern College in Lakeland is elevating its longtime honors program into a full Honors College, promising four years of intensive mentorship, research, and real-world learning for high-achieving students. Led by Dr. Silviana Falcon, the new college aims to deepen academic rigor, build new traditions, and strengthen the school's reputation as a hub for engaged, transformative education in Polk County.
4. New-Home Demand Comes Primarily From Out-of-Town Buyers (probuilder.com) — Lakeland's new-home market is drawing heavy interest from out-of-town buyers, with more than 83% of online attention coming from shoppers in other metros. A national report finds Florida's relatively affordable new construction, including in Lakeland, stands out even as price cuts and competition with existing homes reshape the broader housing landscape.
📸 Around Lakeland
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lakeland
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- Mini Font →
Lakeland Comedy, 310 E Lemon St, Lakeland
9:00 pm - Pours & Punchlines →
Pink Piano, 1015 Florida Ave S, Lakeland
9:00 pm
Friday August 28
Saturday September 5
📣 Lakeland Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Mulberry_Nonfiction Book Club
Auburndale Public Library 100 West Bridgers Avenue, Auburndale, FL 33823
10:00 am - Auburndale Bloodhounds vs Ridge Bolts →
Auburndale High School, 1 Bloodhound Trail, Auburndale
7:30 pm - Mulberry_Return to Neverland Movie
Auburndale Public Library 100 West Bridgers Avenue, Auburndale, FL 33823
10:00 am - Lake Alfred - Tasty Tidbits - All Ages Welcome
Auburndale Public Library Lake Alfred Public Library, 245 N Seminole Ave, Lake Alfred, FL
1:00 pm - Lakeland Main - The Write Spot
Auburndale Public Library Lakeland Public Library, 100 Lake Morton Dr, Lakeland, FL 33801
2:00 pm - Mulberry_Taste of England Drop in
Auburndale Public Library 100 West Bridgers Avenue, Auburndale, FL 33823 - Bartow - "Uke" Can Do It: Ukulele Camp
Auburndale Public Library 2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL 33830, USA
4:00 pm - Dundee - Puzzle Monster Craft - All Day Drop-In
Auburndale Public Library Dundee Public Library, 202 E Main St, Dundee, FL 33838, USA - Mulberry_Bilingual Storytime
Auburndale Public Library 100 West Bridgers Avenue, Auburndale, FL 33823
10:00 am - Bartow - The Card Society
Auburndale Public Library 2150 S Broadway Ave, Bartow, FL 33830, USA
10:30 am
Friday August 28
Saturday August 29
Monday August 31
Tuesday September 1
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- KITTEN IN MY CARE UPDATE;;
As some of you know I have to many Rescues 7 in total. As much as I wanted to Keep Little Gus I just couldn't. My vet Bills are just to high as it is… (Nextdoor E Memorial Blvd) - Good morning!
Here we go again. Sweet boy cat. With green collar. Super friendly. Looks like he's been recently either dumped or left their owner. Gorgeous … (Nextdoor Carlton Arms)
- Ulta Beauty posted a job opening for Beauty Advisor in Lakeland. Apply here.
- City of Lakeland posted a job opening for Grounds Maintenance Worker I - Northside Athletics in Lakeland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lakeland here.
Ok Lakeland! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: What a re-leaf! (Thank you Flo G. for sending it in!)
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