Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Lakeland, FL news today
Today in Lakeland, FL (Wednesday, October 14, 2026): Lakeland police approve $22M deal for drones and AI tools. Also: Florida Poly ranked above MIT and Harvard in a career outcomes ranking, per Daily Ridge; Polk State College will host its first Victims of Communism Day event in Lakeland on November 5. Weather: Expect a mild, dry day with temperatures from 71°F to 84°F, no rain, and winds up to 9 mph.
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Top stories
- Florida Poly ranked above MIT and Harvard in a career outcomes ranking, per Daily Ridge.Daily Ridge ·
- Polk State College will host its first Victims of Communism Day event in Lakeland on November 5.Daily Ridge ·
- A Bob Dylan 1976 concert at the Lakeland Civic Center has received an official release.LkldNow ·
Safety & emergencies
- Lakeland Police approved a $22 million deal for drones and AI technology, reported Tuesday.WIOD ·
- Polk deputies said two Lakeland High students were arrested after a handgun and ammunition were found in a desk.wtsp.com ·
Events & going out
- A candidate meet-and-greet is scheduled for Thursday, October 15, at The Well in Lakeland.Lakeland Ledger ·
- SPCA Florida holds a puppy and kitten adoption event this Saturday, October 17.WFTV ·
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