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If you’re feeling eager to clean out those closets, garages, and storage sheds, consider donating your gently used items to these community organizations making a difference in our city.
Eat your way through the alphabet with this list of our readers’ favorite local restaurants starting with each letter.
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The Center for Independent Living in Central Florida (CIL) assists Lakelanders living with disabilities by providing medical equipment and home modifications, assisting with employment, and more. Learn more about CIL’s mission + how to help.
Learn more about Lakeland history by touring its cemeteries.
From downed power lines to damaged trees and green spaces, here’s a brief rundown of what Lakeland, Florida looked like on the heels of Hurricane Ian.
Whether you’re into photography, new music, or mixed-media art, there’s a show coming up in Swan City where you can support local artists.
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Never run out of things to do with this guide to the community center facilities and complexes available to the public of Lakeland.
Celebrate German culture, food, and beer at one of these upcoming events.
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The budget for fiscal year 2024-2025 includes funding for projects across Polk County — see which ones made the cut.
Don’t get your father figure another tie this year. Instead, treat dad to an experience at one of these local spots offering Father’s Day deals.
We’re reminiscing on some literal blasts from the past — from live shows to roller coasters and other attractions.
Find handmade goods, tasty food and drink, or a unique piece of art at these community markets.
Relive the camp days of your youth by learning something new at one of these local classes or workshops just for grownups.
We recently took to Instagram to ask our followers their best “hacks” for life in Lakeland — here’s what they came up with.
We’ve got the keys to everything you need to know about this annual piano festival with free events.
Founded in 1948, Silver Moon Drive-In has provided first-run films to Polk County residents for 75+ years — here’s a look at its storyboard.
Learn how the team behind Sow Exotic grew it from a budding operation to a thriving plant nursery near Lakeland, and see how you can stock your own garden with its edible plants.