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From food and drink to retail and attractions — we asked you for what hidden gems make Lakeland the best and you delivered.
Wanna play a game? Test your knowledge of how well you know Lakeland locations by the address alone.
From lifting weights and personal training to dance fitness and spin classes — we’ve rounded up 25+ gyms and fitness offerings around Swan City.
Have you seen this phrase on t-shirts lately? Learn how it started in Detroit, MI and how you can get your own tee to rep your city.
If you live in Lakeland, find out who your city commissioners are and how you can engage with local civics.
Eat and Drink
We want to know: Where is the best coffee shop in Lakeland? Vote for your favorite to help determine a champion.
When visiting Reececliff Diner, you simply can’t forget the pie.
It’s the perfect day for live music, traditional foods, and green beer.
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Lakeland, serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
Travel and Outdoors
Catch up on the progress of Lakeland’s transportation projects, from airport updates to possible future railways and road improvements.
Prepare for spring weather in Lakeland, FL with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
In need of a one-day getaway? We’re sharing our readers’ favorite things to do, see, and eat in towns within a quick drive of Swan City.
See how Lakeland’s running trails and local support earned made it a Runner Friendly Community for the next five years.
New to Lakeland
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling fictional novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in Lakeland.
Need that big backyard for the kiddos to roam? Or does a vibrant street scene draw you in? Our fun quiz will help you pick the Lakeland neighborhood that’s right for you.
While you really can’t go wrong in Swan City, this quiz will guide you to the perfect Lakeland neighborhood just for you.
Check out our guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
Real Estate
From what classifies a building as historic to where you can find them around Swan City, we’ve got the answer to your most pressing real estate questions.
Construction on a modern new campus completed in March 2024 for the Lakeland school founded in 1956.
Get ready to “Gather, Eat, Chill” at Bowen Yard in downtown Winter Haven.
Get answers to these frequently asked questions about affordable housing options and qualifications in Lakeland.
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If reading is your activity of choice, try one of these Swan City spots the next time you crack open your favorite novel.
We’ve all wondered about the names behind some of our local parks and places of interest. Pull back the curtain on the history behind their monikers.
Create the city you want to live in by applying to serve in these volunteer roles.

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