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By the numbers: Lakeland’s 2026 fiscal year budget
The City of Lakeland has finalized its 2026 budget before the next fiscal year begins — let’s take a look at the $815 million bottom line.
September 22, 2025 02:27 PM
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Connor Jacobson
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Looking to 2019: Taking some time off today
December 7, 2018
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Jessica Reyna
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LAL intersections to avoid
December 6, 2018
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Jessica Reyna
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Heritage Plaza Parking Garage
December 5, 2018
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Kaylee Holland
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Top 5 Christmas events in LAL
December 3, 2018
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Kaylee Holland
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Here’s your guide to Cyber Monday
November 26, 2018
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Kaylee Holland
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Catapult 3.0 updates
November 15, 2018
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Kaylee Holland
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Mayor’s Minute
November 13, 2018
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Kaylee Holland
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It takes people to elect people 🇺🇸
November 6, 2018
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Jessica Reyna
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What is the G League?
November 1, 2018
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Kaylee Holland
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Introducing our community publishing platform
October 29, 2018
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Jessica Reyna
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The Wonder House — Polk County’s historic castle
This mystical Mann Road mammoth has an interesting history — learn more about its lore and how you can see it for yourself below.
June 7, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Our guide may even make you want to grab your passport and head for our sister cities in Japan or Jamaica.
June 7, 2023
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Kaylee Holland
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Your guide to summer games with the Lakeland Flying Tigers
Swing, batta — we’re looking at the rest of the Lakeland Flying Tigers’ season and the special events that make it a can’t-miss addition to your summer schedule.
June 5, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Try This: Spend a summer afternoon in Lakeside Village
Shopping, dining, indulging, and even working out — Lakeside Village is the destination with something for everyone.
June 1, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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History of the Florida flag
Most of us probably don’t have our state flags memorized, but it’s worth studying up: Our flag’s design reflects centuries of history.
May 31, 2023
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Dayten Rose
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All Together Now: Join the Lakeland Public Library’s summer reading programs
This year’s summer reading program theme is “All Together Now,” highlighting community and kindness for all ages.
May 31, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Lakeland’s Little Free Libraries
Whether you’re looking to drop off some gently-used books or find your next read, check out Lakeland’s Little Free Libraries.
May 30, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Travel and Outdoors
Take the walk of fame through Lakeland’s celebrity trees
See willows, oaks, and more grown from those owned by big names right here in one of Lakeland’s public gardens.
May 26, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
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Father’s Day Gift Guide: presents for every dad
From the father who loves a good snack to the dad who enjoys the outdoors, our Father’s Day Gift Guide will help you find the perfect gift this year.
May 26, 2023
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Exterior of a historic home in the Lake Morton neighborhood with green trim, landscaping, and purple and pink flowers lining the yard.
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How to do good in your neighborhood
Did you know that our city has around 100 vibrant and diverse neighborhoods? Try these ways to do some good in your ‘hood.
May 25, 2023
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Connor Jacobson