The LakelandGov Podcast

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from January 21, 2025 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from January 6, 2025 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

In this episode of Listen Lakeland, host Amy Wiggins welcomes Natalie Dyal, CEO of YMCA of West Central Florida, and Chantelle Hrubes, Chief Strategy Officer at YMCA of West Central Florida, to discuss the YMCA’s vital role in the community. Learn about its diverse programs, from childcare and youth sports to senior wellness and drowning prevention. Explore how the YMCA fosters connection, innovat...

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from December 16, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

PODBEAN: Get the highlights of the commission meeting from December 2, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

In this episode of Listen Lakeland, host Liz Craven dives into the exciting journey behind the creation of the Lakeland Senior Hub, a community initiative aimed at enhancing resources and opportunities for older adults. Joined by Carol Phillipson and Allie Bates, Liz discusses the hub's innovative "hub-and-spoke" model, survey insights shaping its development, and the collaborative effort driving...

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from November 18, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from November 4, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

In this episode of Listen Lakeland, Dr. Kyle Fedler welcomes Dr. Alex Rich, Executive Director and Chief Curator of the newly named Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art at Florida Southern College. Dr. Rich shares exciting updates on the museum's major expansion, which nearly doubles its gallery space, allowing for even more diverse and immersive exhibits. Tune in to hear about upcoming exhibitions...

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from October 21, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from October 7, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

In this special episode of Listen Lakeland, we celebrate National Women's Business Month by bringing together a dynamic panel of inspiring women leaders who are making waves in the business community. Join host Dr. Sallie Stone as she engages in a candid conversation with Ivalisse Gonzales, Tari Kazelle, and Dr. Sheritta Denson, who share their journeys, insights, and strategies for success. Disco...

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from September 16, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

Join us in this special episode of Listen Lakeland as we honor Hispanic Heritage Month with inspiring stories from influential Hispanic leaders in Polk County. Host Beatrice Dela Pena engages in heartfelt conversations with local advocates, educators, and community champions: Teresa Martinez, editor-in-chief of ¡Viva Polk! magazine, Dr. Angela Garcia Falconetti, president of Polk State College, an...

PODBEAN: Get the highlights of the commission meeting from August 19, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from August 5, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

In this engaging episode of Listen Lakeland, host Amy Wiggins dives into the critical role education plays in shaping the future of Lakeland. Joined by special guests Dr. William Allen from Polk County Public Schools and Cathryn Lacy from Lakeland Electric, the discussion highlights innovative partnerships between local businesses and schools. Discover how mentorship, digital media labs, and hands...

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from July 15, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

Join us for an exciting new episode of "Listen, Lakeland," the podcast that keeps you in the loop on all the incredible things happening in our vibrant city! This month, our host Amy Wiggins, President and CEO of the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce, sits down with two distinguished guests: City of Lakeland Commissioner Mike Musick and Lakeland Linder International Airport Director Kris Hallstrand. In...

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from July 1, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Watch the City Commission Agenda Study Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from June 17, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from Monday, June 3, 2024 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda Check out LakelandGov.net

This month’s Episode of Listen Lakeland discusses “The Power of Presence: Nurturing in-person connections in a digital age.” Join host, Tiffany Van Wieren and her guests, Gretchen Ceranic, who directs the Success by 6 program at United Way, Stephen Hill, the Program Director for the Dream Center of Lakeland, and Patricia Henderson, the Outreach and Community Service Manager with the Senior Connect...

Get the highlights of the commission meeting from Monday, May 20 with today’s Meeting Minutes Recap: WATCH MEETING MINUTES Watch the City Commission Meeting Read the Meeting Agenda

Lakeland Vision is digging into the topic of health care in our community and this month we are pleased to have Dr. Daniel Haight, Lakeland Regional Health’s VP of Community Health, join Host, Trinity Laurino, for the May Listen Lakeland Show! Dr. Haight and Trinity discuss the importance having a good relationship with your primary care provider, being informed on your medical information and adv...