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Lake Hollingsworth under gray skies and choppy waters during Hurricane Milton, with palm trees swaying and a dock partially submerged.
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What Lakelanders should know about the 2026 hurricane season
Even with forecasters predicting less activity than normal in the Atlantic this year, here’s how you can start preparing for hurricane season in Lakeland.
April 09, 2026 01:25 PM
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Has it gotten hotter in Lakeland since 1994?
September 25, 2019
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Kaylee Holland
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Summit Consulting’s downtown office building
September 19, 2019
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Jessica Reyna
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Florida Polytechnic University’s Applied Research Center groundbreaking
September 11, 2019
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“America’s Silver city” – A report from the McKinsey Global Institute
September 10, 2019
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Kaylee Holland
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Carvana is setting up a facility in Polk County
September 6, 2019
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Jessica Reyna
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How Lakeland is supporting hurricane relief efforts
September 5, 2019
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Kaylee Holland
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How the Lakeland Chamber supports local biz in LAL
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Your ultimate guide for staying safe + in-the-know when Dorian arrives
August 29, 2019
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Jessica Reyna
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Meet Polk County Sheriff’s Office’s newest K9 recruits
August 28, 2019
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Kaylee Holland
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#ComingSoon: Lakeland Ice Area
August 27, 2019
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January 12, 2024
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Check these activities off your Lakeland bucket list
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January 8, 2024
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Looking for a night out, your new favorite eatery, or just something fresh? Check out these restaurants within a short drive of Swan City, recommended by our followers.
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