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A view of Back Bay and the Boston Public Library at sunset.
Travel and Outdoors
A Lakelander’s travel guide to Boston, MA
Find out what to do and where to stay in one of the top new destinations Avelo Airlines will fly to from Lakeland.
October 1, 2024
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Amelia Grooms
The entrance to the Silver Moon Drive-In with two neon signs and movie time signage.
Events
Silver screen scares: Catch the Silver Moon Drive-In’s Halloween movie marathon
This fall tradition returns with a fresh slate of movies both new and old.
September 30, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
The cast of Disney on Ice's "Encanto" pose in costume on the ice in front of a colorful house backdrop.
Events
Meet a performer before Disney on Ice comes to Lakeland
We sat down with one of the show’s ice skaters to learn what it’s like to be part of the magic as the cast rehearses in Lakeland at the RP Funding Center.
September 30, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
A statue of the headless horseman on a black horse in front of the entrance to a "Legends of Halloween" haunted hayride.
Events
Sir Henry’s Haunted Trail returns to Plant City
Halloween lovers and scaredy-cats alike will find something to enjoy at this popular Plant City attraction.
September 26, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
Young child laying in tub full of corn kernels at Harvest Holler in Polk City, FL
Culture
Fall corn mazes and pumpkin patches around Lakeland, FL
Ring in the season with a trip to one of these fall-exclusive spots for the whole family.
September 23, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
A large tree covered in jack-o-lanterns and lit with red lighting.
Experience
Fall fun in and around Lakeland
Check out fall and Halloween-themed events happening in and around Lakeland in this seasonal guide.
September 20, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
A drone shot of the Rochester, NY skyline.
Travel and Outdoors
A Lakelander’s travel guide to Rochester, NY
Find out what to do and where to stay in one of the top new destinations Avelo Airlines will fly to from Lakeland.
September 19, 2024
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Amelia Grooms
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Unwritten rules of Lakeland
Tell us you’re from Lakeland without telling us you’re from Lakeland.
September 17, 2024
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A hand holding a smartphone showing a sculpture Lakeland's downtown public art trail. The real sculpture is seen in the background.
Culture
Discover downtown Lakeland’s public art (from your phone)
Use this new digital resource from the City of Lakeland to find murals, sculptures, and more public art downtown.
September 12, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
A lake at dusk in Lakeland with night lights illuminating and city buildings in the background.
Culture
Lakeland’s hottest trends for summer 2024
“brat summer” is unofficially over, so we’re looking back on what was really hot in Lakeland thanks to Google Trends search results.
September 6, 2024
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Michael Beausoleil
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Should Lakeland be the pioneer of “hanging coffee” in Polk County?
The tradition began as far back as 100 years ago in Naples, Italy — now we want to know where you’d like to see it incorporated in Lakeland.
March 6, 2025
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Culture
12 Lakeland women who made and are making history
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March 6, 2025
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Create something amazing with these Lakeland-area craft stores
Go on, get crafty — these locally owned shops are here to help with supplies + materials.
March 6, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
A gif showing five screen captures from episodes of "Greater Lakeland"
Culture
See Lakeland on screen at WEDU PBS’ “Greater Lakeland” premiere
Swan City will join the walk of fame for a night as all five “Greater Lakeland” episodes are screened at the Silver Moon Drive-In.
March 5, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
Nashville's skyline with Bridgestone Arena, Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown, and the AT&T building (known locally as the Batman Building) all in view.
Travel and Outdoors
A Lakelander’s travel guide to Nashville, TN
Find out what to do and where to stay in one of the next destinations Avelo Airlines will fly to from Lakeland.
March 4, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
A photo of the Lakeside Village courtyard, showing palm trees, umbrellas, and people playing on the green.
Business
More new bizzes on the way for Lakeside Village
Learn about the upcoming retailers that will soon call this Lakeland shopping center home.
March 4, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
An exterior photo of Lakeland Linder International Airport with three flags and palm trees blowing in the wind.
City
Parking upgrades approved for Lakeland International Airport
City officials gave the greenlight to several new parking lot changes. The biggest? Parking will soon no longer be free.
March 3, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
Vendor tents line a downtown street filled with pedestrians at First Friday.
Events
Celebrate Mardi Gras with these Lakeland events
If you’ve got the need for beads, here’s where to find them around Swan City.
March 3, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
An exterior shot of Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, right outside of the BayCare Box Office.
City
How Joker Marchant Stadium became a staple in Lakeland’s sports scene
We’re climbing out of the dugout and onto the diamond as we uncover the history of this iconic sports complex.
February 28, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
A small indoor booth at a festival with a flower bar and a neon sign reading "The Petal Co."
Events
Find Lakeland’s local vendors at the Florida Strawberry Festival
Support local or try something new from out of town at this festival running Feb. 27-March 9 in Plant City.
February 27, 2025
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Connor Jacobson