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This year’s March Madness NCAA Tournament will feature experienced players from Lakeland and Winter Haven. Here’s when to catch their games.
Lakeland’s iconic bird mascot gets an annual visitor in the form of Canadian pelicans.
This is where you’ll find our readers grabbing a bite and catching a game.
This home in the Beacon Hill Historic District has a story that spans over a century — in fact, it’s almost as old as the City of Lakeland itself.
Our guide to the 2025 Florida State Fair wouldn’t be complete without your suggestions.
Take a peek inside this newly refreshed, citrus-themed exhibit that’s now open daily inside the Lakeland Public Library.
From cultural festivals to comedy shows, honor Black History Month at one of these Lakeland events.
Hit the road and head to Mount Dora — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
Take a slurp of some of the best soups in Swan City.
Look into your crystal ball — what do you think will happen in Lakeland this year?
The AGB will reveal its new expansion to the public on Jan. 18. Here’s what Museum Director Dr. Alexander Rich says you can’t miss — plus a few editors’ picks.
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Head east to the newly opened River Country Water Park for fun in the sun at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo.
Your home could have been built by a Lakelander of the past — and ordered from a catalog.
Pro tip: Leave the ugly sweater at home and opt for flip flops instead.
Get an exclusive look inside this downtown high-rise to see a collection of murals by seven Lakeland artists.
A new online tool shows the most notable celebrity from each birthplace on earth — these are the four highest-ranking stars from Polk County.
Check out the list of participating eateries to find a Burger Week deal near you July 18-27.
Check out these 13 hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around Lakeland, Florida for outdoor adventures.
Tourism is one of Polk County’s top three industries, and you can help Visit Central Florida keep it growing through the Certified Ambassadors of Tourism and Sports program.
Before a planned redevelopment of Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland officials have approved a strategic plan and a nearby affordable housing development.
Skip the sunscreen and slide into a movie screening instead.