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A woman stands on the shore of Lake Morton in Lakeland, FL feeding the swans.

Get to know the story behind the feathered friends who gave Lakeland the Swan City nickname.

Photo by Triforce Pictures

Did you know swans have been around Lakeland since 1923 — the same year as Time Magazine’s first issue?

In the next episode of WEDU PBS’ “Greater Lakeland” series, learn from librarian and historian LuAnn Mims and “The Swan Mother” Samantha Drew as they swan dive into the story of our city’s beloved birds.

Stream anytime or catch the episode live at 8:30 p.m. tonight.

Watch the swan-derful tale

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