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We’re digging through the Lakeland Public Library photo archives to relive winter memories from years gone by.
From possible new interstate lanes to local road repavings, check out this quick breakdown of recent traffic news in Lakeland, FL.
If we had the power to instantly finish a local infrastructure or development project, which project would we choose?
Become a development terminology expert faster than you can say “Special use permit for a mixed-use zone.”
See who came out on top at this year’s award ceremony honoring Swan City entrepreneurs.
Would you rather see a fully-enclosed dog park, pod swings, or giant chess in our town square? The city is still taking input — keep reading for renderings.
Get an inside glimpse at downtown Lakeland’s newest coworking space.
With so many updates on the horizon, how can you be active in your community?
What makes Lakeland the Swan City, and who built all of that Frank Lloyd Wright architecture? If you want to sound like a local or just brush up on your knowledge of Lakeland’s iconic and quirky history, this is for you.
Where are Lakelanders moving to and from in young adulthood?
Plans have been released for a multi-use residential and retail space on the former Oak Street lot.

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Lakeland might not have made the list for 2025 James Beard Award semifinalists — but that doesn’t mean we can’t get in on the fun.
Are you eligible to run for office in Lakeland? Learn how you can get started, as well as what positions are available this year, here.
This year, Zillow reports that homebuyers are getting cozy, feeling nostalgic, and looking for resilient homes.
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Wellness
Lace up your most comfortable sneakers to go running or walking — plus, meet new friends.
Between October and April, roughly one million adults move from northern states to temporary residences in Florida — are you one of them?
Look into your crystal ball — what do you think will happen in Lakeland this year?