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Our readers’ 2025 predictions for Lakeland
Look into your crystal ball — what do you think will happen in Lakeland this year?
January 16, 2025 02:34 PM
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Connor Jacobson
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Neighborhood Guide: Cleveland Heights
From a flurry of new shops to Lakeland’s public golf course, there are plenty of spots to explore in the Cleveland Heights neighborhood.
January 10, 2025
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Asked: What coffee blend would Lakeland be?
We want your caffeine concepts for a coffee blend that represents Swan City.
January 10, 2025
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Meat your weekend plans: Pigfest 2025
Enjoy two ham-packed days of world-class BBQ, family-friendly activities, and community giving.
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TGIF: Spend a perfect weekend in Swan City
Night life, live performances, happy hours, and more — You can’t go wrong with a Lakeland weekend.
January 9, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Top 10 food + drinks we tried in Lakeland this year
These are the bites and bevs we’re still thinking about from 2024.
December 13, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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Food
Find holiday drinks at these Lakeland pop-up bars
Have a cup of cheer at these limited-time bar experiences with themed drinks + decor.
December 12, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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The ultimate road trip to St. Augustine
Hit the road and head to St. Augustine — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
December 11, 2024
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Get nerdy with it at Central Florida Comic Con
Prep for the convention with events, guests, and exhibitions we wouldn’t miss.
January 14, 2025
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Hobby Town, USA: Where to try these 5 creative hobbies in Lakeland
Whether you’re a long-time enthusiast or simply want to try something new, here’s where you can engage in creative hobbies in and around Swan City.
January 13, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
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Meet the Lakeland family featured on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”
The Hutson family will be featured on the show’s Thursday, Jan. 9 episode.
January 9, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
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Travel and Outdoors
Remembering Lakeland’s coldest days on record
Lakeland’s coldest day on record was on Dec. 13, 1962 when Swan City hit 20º — it would go on to reach it twice more in 1985.
January 8, 2025
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Brianna Williams
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Best places to read a book around Lakeland
If reading is your activity of choice, try one of these Swan City spots the next time you crack open your favorite novel.
January 7, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
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Travel and Outdoors
What you need to know about flying out of Lakeland Linder International Airport
With LAL now offering commercial flights through Avelo, here’s what you need to know before you take off.
January 7, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
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Real Estate
5 developments we’re anticipating in 2025
From retail to entertainment, there’s always something new popping up around Lakeland. Get ready for these new developments we have our eye on this year.
January 6, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
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Events
Honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy in Lakeland
Remember the civil rights activist’s life and legacy with these free, family-friendly events.
January 6, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
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Recycling your Christmas tree in Lakeland
As much as we wish they were a year-round decoration, they have to come down sometime.
January 3, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Winter 2025 weather forecast for Lakeland
Prepare for winter weather in Lakeland, FL with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
January 2, 2025
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Connor Jacobson