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Shaken or stirred? Either one works, as long as it’s zero-proof. Check out this list of alcohol-free cocktails — mocktails — in Swan City.
With a Victorian vibe and shaved snow desserts, Vampire Penguin could become your newest downtown haunt.
From improving quality of life to wins for local businesses, find out how Lakeland measured up in last year’s rankings.
Avelo Airlines announced plans for two additional aircraft at its Lakeland International Airport base, as well as more flights on its schedule.
Create the city you want to live in by applying to serve in these volunteer roles.
We compiled all of the feedback from our Giving Campaign to learn what readers love most and want to see more of in our newsletters. Here’s a peek at what they said.
Here’s the deal — the thrift and vintage shopping scene is stellar in Swan City.
As Lakeland continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
The 16th annual edition of Small Business Saturday falls on Nov. 29 — the perfect time to help you add a local sparkle into your holiday shopping.
The rebuilt store includes 55,701 sqft of space for shopping, dining, and relaxing. Scroll through photos from opening day.
Learn to arrange beautiful bouquets with the help of the expert florists at Bloom Shakalaka.
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From lifting weights and personal training to dance fitness and spin classes — we’ve rounded up 25+ gyms and fitness offerings around Swan City.
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
Some gifts don’t fit under the tree — make a lasting impact by giving your loved ones a giftable experience instead of a physical present.
What were the top things you ate, drank, and did in 2025? We’re sharing editor and reader picks for you to try in the new year.
From airport news to real estate, these are the top stories our readers loved most this year.
Your favorite hangouts can be just a hop, skip, and a jump away from this rare condo listing in downtown Lakeland.
Short answer: quite a bit. Get the quick updates you need to know about Polk County’s burn ban, water shortage, and an alternative supply project grant.
Dive into how nearly a century and a half of history is kept alive with historical markers around town.