Lakeland
Coverage of Lakeland in the Nexus archive.
- DeSantis says 60% of students performing at or above grade level in English, math, core subjects
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that over 60% of Florida students are performing at or above grade level in English language arts, math, and core subjects. The announcement was made at a press conference in Lakeland, marking the first time student proficiency reached this level since the state abolished the Florida Standards Assessments exams.
- Planning a bank holiday BBQ? Lakeland has cut prices on outdoor entertaining essentials including the Ooni pizza oven, ice cream makers and more
Lakeland has cut prices on outdoor entertaining essentials for a bank holiday BBQ, including the Ooni pizza oven and ice cream makers. The sale includes various products for outdoor entertainment. Customers can take advantage of the discounted prices for a limited time.
- 'He's just sleeping': 5-year-old speaks to cops as drowsy father with guns in truck gets arrested
A 5-year-old child spoke to police as their father was arrested in Plant City, Florida, after being found asleep in a truck with two firearms. The incident occurred at a gas station and was captured on bodycam footage. The father was taken into custody by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.