Development

An ornate, carved stone exterior entrance to Lakeland City Hall seen from underneath a tree branch
City
Here’s how to join Lakeland boards and committees
Create the city you want to live in by applying to serve in these volunteer roles.
January 07, 2026 10:07 AM
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Kaylee Holland
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Sports
The Detroit Tigers will train in Lakeland through 2044
The Detroit Tigers will continue spring training for the next 20+ years, and the City of Lakeland will help fund a new team facility. We break it down by the numbers.
November 21, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
A vacant storefront has a light stone and mauve tile facade.
Development
Be the broker: Which vacant office spaces would you like to see become affordable housing?
Tell us which empty building could be used differently.
November 15, 2023
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Brianna Williams
A rendering of the Florida Southern College Golf Clubhouse lobby, with indoor simulators and championship trophies.
Sports
A putt above: Florida Southern College’s new golf clubhouse
Peek inside the future clubhouse for FSC’s championship-winning golf teams before its fall 2024 opening.
October 30, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
Renderings of The Shops at Lake Wire in Lakeland, FL.
Sponsored
Meet The Shops at Lake Wire: Lakeland’s newest retail experience
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Construction on a three-story apartment building at the corner of Lake Avenue and Orange Street.
Real Estate
What’s growing in Lakeland’s Garden District
From multi-family housing to new businesses, learn what’s popping up in the Garden District, a sub-district that’s full of historic charm.
October 10, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
An aerial rendering of the Applied Research Center at Florida Polytechnic University in what could be the new Central Florida Innovation District
Business
Could Lakeland get an innovation district?
With a new renewable energy field under negotiation, plans for the Central Florida Innovation District could be coming to life in Lakeland. Check out these new and proposed technology developments.
October 9, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
A rendering of the exterior of the Gary C. Wendt Engineering Building at Florida Polytechnic University
City
Florida Polytechnic University to add another academic building
This STEM-focused college continues to grow. See what’s next for Florida Polytechnic University’s campus and student body.
October 2, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
A split screen graphic showing the Prospect Lake Wire rendering versus the current construction
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
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How to find a new doctor in Lakeland
This city boasts top-ranked medical providers and specialty services. Our comprehensive guide will help you find the care you need — whether you’re new to town or just looking around.
September 4, 2025
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Victoria Bardega
An exterior photo of Lakeland Linder International Airport with three flags and palm trees blowing in the wind.
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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 3, 2025
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The outside of a Spirit Halloween store, with a large banner of a grim reaper and cardboard cutouts of costumes in the windows.
4 Spirit Halloween stores come to the Lakeland area
The store finds vacant retail spaces and signs temporary leases to set up shop leading up to Halloween — but locations can change each year.
September 2, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
Interior of the Lakeland Public Library main branch with bookshelves
City
Lakeland library features you didn’t know existed
Check out a book, then check out these unique library features that cardholders can enjoy.
September 2, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
Vendor tents line a downtown street filled with pedestrians at First Friday.
Events
Stack your calendar with monthly events around Lakeland
These events bring together your favorite vendors on the same day each month in nearby downtown areas and historic districts.
August 28, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
A large and small dog walk around the Frances Langford Promenade on Lake Mirror in Lakeland
Real Estate
Which dog breed are you based on your Lakeland neighborhood?
Just like each dog breed has its own personality, each community in Lakeland shines with unique characteristics. Which breed sounds most like you?
August 25, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
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New to Lakeland
Your guide to Lakeland’s coffee shops
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
August 22, 2025
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Staff
Two baskets of tacos with green salsa and lime on the side
Experience
Where to find lunch for $12 or less around Lakeland
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 30+ lunches from hearty salads to diner-style bites.
August 22, 2025
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Staff
A black-and-white photo of the Francis Beach Pavilion, a large two-story wooden building on stilts in a lake.
Culture
Look back on summer in Lakeland’s photo archives
We’re digging through the Lakeland Public Library photo archives to relive the dog days of summer from years gone by.
August 21, 2025
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Connor Jacobson