Culture
Eat and Drink
From popular chains to local businesses making moves, check out some of Swan City’s upcoming eateries.
Outdoors
Meet two organizations working to keep Lakeland and Polk County’s streets and waterways clean.
Protect the night by taking some simple actions Saturday, April 15-Saturday, April 22
We’re breaking down the Irish sport of hurling including its rules and where you can catch a game.
Visit a local park, participate in a community event, or clean up your humble abode in honor of the astronomical transition from winter to spring.
See Lakeland from a new perspective — on two wheels.
Travel
See willows, oaks, and more grown from those owned by big names right here in one of Lakeland’s public gardens.
History
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.
We dug through Florida’s archived photos and postcards to see how much Lakeland has changed since it was first founded in 1885 — you might be surprised.
We’re looking into some of Lakeland’s historic hotels.
This Lakeland pilot nearly made aviation history with a transatlantic flight.
Learn about the historic places and faces that influenced the streets you drive every day here in Lakeland, FL.
Arts
In the mood to bust a move? Shimmy down to these local spots and events for open dance floors, performances, and dancing lessons.
With news of the Lakeland Magic, Florida Tropics, and the RP Funding Center’s executive director leaving, we’re putting you in the director’s seat.
No matter what type of moms we have, they deserve to be celebrated this Mother’s Day.
The museum has broken ground on the project, slated to be complete in 2024.
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Lakelanders can see the stunning works of Imogen Cunningham now through July 15 and Steven Kenny now through August 6.
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The free, two-day festival is a staple of the Florida art scene and has ranked among Sunshine Artist Magazine’s “200 Best Art Shows” for ten years running.
