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Readers share their Lakeland concert memories
Do you remember your first Lakeland concert? Did your favorite musician make a major impact? Share your concert memories with us for a chance to be featured.
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Labor Day weekend in Lakeland, FL
Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly affair, a holiday workout, or somewhere to bunk for a weekend staycation, Lakeland has something for you during Labor Day weekend.
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Florida Southern College Campus Cat Club
Meet the cats of Florida Southern College and the people who look out for them in Lakeland, FL.
August 30, 2022
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Lakeland Runners Club to host 17th Annual Aching Quad Challenge
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August 29, 2022
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Introducing: LALtoday Neighborhood Guides
In order to give you the inside scoop on all of LAL’s amazing communities, we’re asking you to tell us what neighborhoods to cover.
August 26, 2022
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Solve this Lake Mirror puzzle
How fast can you complete this picture of Lake Mirror in Lakeland, FL?
August 26, 2022
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The most local events
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August 24, 2022
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Safari Wilderness Ranch in Lakeland, FL
You don’t have to travel to Africa to see exotic wildlife on safari. Just visit Safari Wilderness Ranch in Lakeland, FL.
August 22, 2022
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