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An aerial view of downtown Lakeland's streets at night
City
Lakeland CRA begins Restore the Core initiative
Help the Community Redevelopment Agency update the plans for its three core areas by sharing your feedback.
November 05, 2025 02:46 PM
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Connor Jacobson
Renderings of The Shops at Lake Wire in Lakeland, FL.
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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
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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
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Cobb Theater in Lakeland, FL, glowing with neon lights at dusk, featuring an IMAX sign and a vibrant, colorful entrance.
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Summer meets the big screen with these Lakeland movie series
Skip the sunscreen and slide into a movie screening instead.
July 8, 2025
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Hand holds iced coffee at Foxtail Coffee Co., showing a swan mural, wood seating, coffee counter, and outdoor metal tables.
Food
Peek inside Foxtail Coffee Co.'s first Lakeland location
Pull up a seat and pour up a cup when Foxtail Coffee opens at the Shops at Lake Wire soon.
July 7, 2025
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A hand holds a bowl with six scoops of ice cream and three waffle cone cookies.
Food
Grab an Instagram-worthy ice cream from these shops near Lakeland
I scream, you scream, we all scream for — you get the point. Check out this list to find your perfect scoop, sandwich, sundae, or snowball.
July 3, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
Red, white, and green fireworks explode over the reflective Lake Mirror as a crowd watches under a streetlight
Events
Red, White & Kaboom returns: What you need to know
Fireworks, food trucks, live music, and more — here’s everything you need to know about this annual fireworks display on Lake Mirror.
June 30, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
Florida Polytechnic University Phoenix Racing's solar-powered car drives down a palm-lined road under a blue sky with clouds.
City
Phoenix Racing gears up for the Formula Sun Grand Prix
Florida Polytechnic University’s team built a solar-powered car from scratch — now, they’re competing for a national championship for their second year.
June 30, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
Group photo at Summer Leadership Program graduation with participants holding certificates and a sign reading "1,000."
Business
LEDC celebrates 1,000 Summer Leadership Program graduates
Since 2008, young professionals have gotten to know the city through the Lakeland Economic Development Council’s program.
June 26, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
The MCO glass exterior with a plane overhead
Work
What to know about Orlando International Airport
We’re here to make your flying process plane and simple.
June 23, 2025
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Staff
A plate of BBQ meat, baked beans, coleslaw, and mac 'n cheese.
Food
Our favorite barbecue spots around Lakeland, Florida
Bring on the baked beans and cornbread, it’s time for BBQ.
June 20, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
Two-story brick and siding house with green shutters, a front porch, and manicured landscaping under large shade trees.
Real Estate
3 Lakeland homes that have us thinking green
We’re ready to go green with these colorful homes on the market in Lakeland.
June 19, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
Sunrise over palm trees and swimming lanes lined with blue and yellow pennant flags Gandy Pool in Lakeland, FL
Travel and Outdoors
Beat the heat with these places to swim around Lakeland
Go for a swim in these public pools, water parks, and rental pools around Lakeland.
June 17, 2025
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Connor Jacobson