Lakeland Officials Advance Highway 70 Corridor Study Following Joint Review
The City of Lakeland convened a special-called joint meeting of the Board of Commissioners and the Municipal Planning Commission on Tuesday at City Hall...
Questions and Concerns Surface as Lakeland BOC Debates Change to City Governance Structure
A proposal to explore a change in Lakeland’s form of government sparked extensive discussion among city officials and residents on Thursday evening, April 16,...
Early Voting Opens April 15 in Shelby County Primary
Lakeland residents will have the opportunity to cast their ballots early for the May 5 State and County Primary, with early voting scheduled from...
Lakeland BOC Reviewing Potential Government Restructuring
The Lakeland Board of Commissioners (BOC) is continuing its evaluation of a potential change to the city’s form of government, with further discussion scheduled...
Chapel Lakes Development Advances, Still Needs Final Approval
A proposed residential development known as Chapel Lakes is continuing to move through the approval process, marking progress while still awaiting final action from...
Emily Harrell Confirmed as City Manager for Lakeland
The Lakeland Board of Commissioners (BOC) voted last night, Thursday, February 20, 2026, to officially confirm Emily Harrell as City Manager for the Lakeland,...
Lakeland Parks and Recreation Board Seeks Volunteer Member
The Town of Lakeland is currently seeking a volunteer to fill an open position on the Parks and Recreation Board (PRB), one of the...
City Manager Fired In Special Called Meeting This Evening
In a special called meeting held on the evening of Monday, November 3 at Lakeland City Hall, the Lakeland Board of Commissioners (BOC) voted...
