Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems are essential components of modern homes and buildings, providing comfort and maintaining indoor air quality. However, the costs associated with HVAC installation, maintenance, and repairs can be significant. This article aims to provide a thorough overview of average HVAC costs, helping homeowners and property managers make informed decisions...
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed the state’s $116.5 billion budget, but not without making significant cuts through line-item vetoes. The vetoes, totaling approximately $1 billion, have had a mixed impact on Polk County’s planned projects and allocations. Polk State College: A Tale of Two Outcomes Polk State College experienced both disappointment and relief in...
Florida Southern College, renowned for its collection of Frank Lloyd Wright-designed buildings, is embarking on a new chapter by establishing a School of Architecture. This exciting development was announced by President Anne Kerr on Thursday, May 16, 2024, during a gathering of donors, architects, engineers, local dignitaries, and college officials. Key Details about the New...
Lakeland Linder International Airport faced a challenge in finding a private vendor to open a concession shop beyond the new Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoint. Despite reaching out to several businesses, the response was lackluster due to the airport’s low passenger traffic. However, a solution was found in an unlikely partnership with the Aerospace Center...
Efforts to untangle the traffic snarl in Polk County advanced this week, at least for the Thompson Nursery Road extension project. During the April 16 County Commission meeting, the board unanimously approved a contract for a $3.276 million grant from the Florida Department of Transportation, contributing to the cost of constructing this road. These funds...
LAKELAND — After a prolonged search spanning over a month, Lakeland officials have pinpointed the origin of a pungent odor plaguing Southwest residents. However, an arduous cleanup process lies ahead. Lakeland’s Wastewater Management Division has identified a breach in a wastewater force main located in remote wetlands approximately 1,500 feet northeast of 5001 Gateway Boulevard....