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Answered: Your picks for Lakeland’s hidden gems
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Peach Cobbler Factory in Lakeland is now open
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Lake Miriam Publix will be razed this summer ahead of a remodel
Here’s what to expect — from the demolition and rebuild to where to shop in the meantime.
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Try This: Stroll-shopping + supporting local at Lakeside Second Sunday Market
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Inside Lakeland’s newest veterinary hospital
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Which closed Lakeland business would you bring back?
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February 26, 2024
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A century of legacy: Lakeland Country Club celebrates 100 years
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