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Look back on winter in Lakeland’s photo archives
We’re digging through the Lakeland Public Library photo archives to relive winter memories from years gone by.
January 29, 2026 11:59 AM
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New Year’s Eve parties in Lakeland, Florida
December 8, 2021
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Ring in the holidays at the RP Funding Center
December 7, 2021
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244 units could come to Lake Miriam Square
December 6, 2021
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December 3, 2021
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A glimpse into Lakeland’s new History & Culture Center
Whether you’re hoping to learn about Lakeland’s origins, ask a local historian questions about your home, or digitize old media, you can benefit from a trip to Lakeland’s History and Culture Center.
November 18, 2021
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Rilee Delgado
An eight-seat golf cart used by Citrus Connection for The Squeeze service.
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“The Squeeze” launches this month in Lakeland, FL
November 16, 2021
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The sun setting over Lake Hunter with palm trees silhouetted in the foreground
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Lake Hunter’s proposed multi-purpose trail
November 11, 2021
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Renderings of The Shed addition to The Joinery
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Meet The Shed — an expansion of The Joinery
November 1, 2021
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Waco Kitchen is coming to Lakeland Linder International Airport this June
October 29, 2021
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Former Lakeland singer competes on NBC’s “The Voice”
October 27, 2021
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