Lakeland, FL news on Monday, October 19, 2026

In Lakeland, FL on Monday, October 19, 2026: McKeel volleyball playoffs tonight; Rural King opens. Also: Four major events are planned for downtown Lakeland this Saturday and could draw large crowds; Polk City Kitties will sell cat-themed cotton candy at Lakeland's Halloween event this weekend.

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Headlines

McKeel Academy girls volleyball plays Montverde Academy tonight in FHSAA playoffs.NFHS Network · Oct 18, 11:46 PM

News & local government

Lakeland-Winter Haven saw the fastest growth of property taxes relative to home values nationwide.WFTV · Oct 15, 11:42 AM

Events & going out

Four major events are planned for downtown Lakeland this Saturday and could draw large crowds.LkldNow · Oct 16, 11:24 AM
Polk City Kitties will sell cat-themed cotton candy at Lakeland's Halloween event this weekend.WFTV · Oct 12, 11:45 AM

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