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All Saints Academy is a local, independent private school known for its focus on innovation, creative thinking, teamwork, and leadership. These pillars took on a new, real-life meaning as ASA returned to on-campus learning this August during COVID-19.
On Monday, July 13 the Winter Haven City Commission voted to require face masks in indoor locations where social distancing cannot be maintained. A list of exceptions and additional details are included in the article.
On Monday, October 5, 2020 the Lakeland City Commission did not extend the face mask mandate in Lakeland and it expired on October 5.
We can still celebrate Halloween and enjoy Trick or Treating this year, we just need to get creative! We’ve got ideas for safer Halloween festivities.
Polk County Public Schools will require face coverings this fall for students in grades K-12 who are attending in-person classes on campus. Read our Q&A for requirements on face mask colors, designs, and more.
If you have symptoms and are wondering where you can get tested for COVID-19 in Lakeland or Polk County, we’ve put together a list of community testing sites in our area. Both active virus testing and antibody testing are available locally.
Wondering where you can buy face masks in the Lakeland area? We’ve got a list for you. While there is no mandate on wearing face masks in public from the State of Florida, Polk County, or City of Lakeland (at time of publishing), the CDC recommends wearing cloth face coverings in public settings to help slow the spread.
We interviewed a local psychiatrist to learn how to help our kids navigate disappointment, anxiety, isolation, and other mental wellness issues affecting children and teens right now. Watch the interview or read the full Q&A.
Wondering whether it is safe to go to the Emergency Department during COVID-19? The answer is YES. We did a video chat with Lakeland Regional Health to learn more about the precautions they have in place and provide you with some reassurance about visiting the Emergency Room.
Pregnancy, labor and delivery can be an anxious time for moms during normal circumstances, and the uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic has added to that concern. We talked with Lakeland Regional Health staff and are here to provide some reassurance for pregnant moms about what to expect if you are expecting right now.
