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An exterior photo of Lakeland Linder International Airport with three flags and palm trees blowing in the wind.
Work
What you need to know about flying out of Lakeland Linder International Airport
We’re here to make your flying process plane and simple.
September 03, 2025 12:23 PM
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Staff
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Real Estate
Looking into the future of Lakeland’s upcoming developments
We’re breaking out our crystal ball and looking ahead towards the future of these developments underway around Lakeland.
September 8, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
A rendering of the new LCS high school building
Sponsored
Inside Lakeland Christian School’s new $19.1 million high school building
The Mike and Mary Sligh High School Building is dedicated to two educators who helped shape the LCS community for 50+ years.
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An aerial shot of North Lakeland shows the Lakeland High School football and baseball fields
City
Tell us your wishlist for North Lakeland
South Lakeland has gotten a fair share of new businesses this year, but there’s plenty to be excited about on the north side of town.
August 11, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
Aerial shot of downtown Lakeland and three lakes
City
Millions allocated for two new wellfields in Polk County
One of the wellfields will be right here in Lakeland.
July 27, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A rendering showing a black and white home with a modern butterfly roof design
Real Estate
Look inside three new modern homes in Lakeland
We visited the construction site of three uniques homes in Lakeland’s Paul A. Diggs neighborhood to learn about the inspiration behind their design.
July 12, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
A painted rendering of a plaza at night with a fountain in the center of a large walkway surrounded by four-story buildings
City
Shape the future of the Downtown West redevelopment
Share your thoughts on the CRA’s newest project to be a part of the Downtown West redevelopment.
July 10, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
A vacant storefront has a light stone and mauve tile facade.
Development
Former Lakeland Sears building to be demolished for multifamily housing
320 apartments are coming soon to the former Sears department store at the Lakeland Square Mall — here’s what you need to know.
June 29, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
Cloudy sky over downtown Lakeland, FL streets and businesses
City
Lakeland reacts to four-way stops downtown
The first round of intersection transformations took place in January 2023, and it looks like more could be on the way — here’s how our readers feel about the changes to driving downtown.
June 23, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
Interior of Lakeland City Hall Commission Chamber
Government
City approves affordable housing zoning code changes
Qualifying developers will now be able to build in industrial and commercial zones with a faster approval process.
March 22, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
A rendering of the Prospect Lake Wire mixed-use development
City
New development to break ground near Lake Wire
Atlanta-based real estate company Carter has acquired 22 acres of land on Lake Wire in West Downtown Lakeland for a new mixed-use development near the RP Funding Center.
February 9, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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The brick and iron entrance to Munn Park frames a group of people walking beneath a tree with a bright pink trunk.
New to Lakeland
Head outside with a guide to Lakeland’s parks
We’re highlighting the top parks that Lakeland has to offer — complete with splash pads, playgrounds, WiFi, walking trails, and even a few dog-friendly spots.
May 16, 2025
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Staff
A hand holds a bagel sandwich in front of Uncle Nick's Deli in Lakeland. The cheese bagel is wrapped in aluminum foil. The deli is in a small shopping center and has a few tables and chairs by the front entrance.
Food
Where to find fresh bagels around Lakeland
Plain, with cream cheese, or topped with an egg, bagels are sure to be a hole in one. Order one from these local bakeries, delis, and cafes.
May 16, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
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Culture
What is the Junior League of Greater Lakeland?
Learn how this organization is impacting Lakeland through its educational and charity work.
May 15, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
A commercial building under construction with yellow sheathing and a Rodda banner on the sidewalk.
City
The latest on Lakeland Family YMCA’s $21 million renovation project
The project is roughly halfway complete, with all phases expected to conclude by 2027.
May 15, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
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City
Lakeland Family YMCA to undergo $21 million renovation
Meet the Bob Adams Family Community YMCA.
May 15, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
Brick condo building with large windows, gabled roof, surrounded by palm and oak trees, located near Lake Morton.
Real Estate
See inside 3 condos coming soon by Lake Morton
The couple behind this new condominium building are looking for the perfect buyer + neighbor to fill the final floor in Lake Morton Place.
May 14, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
The exterior of a Publix supermarket features a green, lit sign, outdoor seating area, and a sunset sky in the background
Business
How would Lakelanders make Publix shopping better?
We’re giving Lakelanders the reins to dream up their own store features and items that would make shopping at Publix more of a pleasure.
May 14, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
An exterior view of the Lakeland Amtrak train station
Travel and Outdoors
Pro tips for riding an Amtrak train from Lakeland
Get our best tips to navigating the Amtrak station, finding routes, and buying tickets.
May 13, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
The exterior of the Lakeland Fishing Outfitters Tackle Shop which was the original location of Red Lobster, viewed from the parking lot.
Business
How Red Lobster got its start in Lakeland
As the seafood chain announces plans to close restaurants nationwide, take a look back at how Red Lobster first started in Lakeland, FL.
May 13, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
New Publix store under construction at Lake Miriam Square, with wood framing, concrete walls, parked vehicles, and equipment.
Business
Lakeland’s ‘prototype’ Publix: What’s coming to Lake Miriam Square
See what’s planned for Publix’s newly rebuilt store that could give us a glimpse into the future of grocery shopping.
May 12, 2025
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Connor Jacobson