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Make your weekend egg-cellent by taking in one of these Easter-themed events.
We’ve brought you Lakeland’s top stories all year long, but which articles were you most interested in? See what took the top spot in categories like development, food + drink, real estate, and more.
Choose my fate — if you dare.
Here’s a pearl of wisdom: You can find delicious boba tea at these locally owned shops around Lakeland.
Eight local eateries where you can pick up Thanksgiving classics
We connected with BringFido — the ultimate pet-friendly resource and compiled a few recommendations of patios and restaurants where you and your pup can enjoy an outing together.
From historic homes to a flourishing small business scene, there’s something for residents and visitors alike to explore in Dixieland.
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Learn what it means to be sober curious, the current popularity of non-alcoholic beverages, and where you can enjoy a mocktail in Lakeland.
Grab a coffee and curl up with adoptable cats at Kitty Cat Lounge. It’s the second business of its kind to open in Lakeland.
This is where you’ll find our readers grabbing a bite and catching a game.
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Whether you’re an annual customer or looking for the first time, check out these pies you can bring to Thanksgiving made fresh by Lakeland bakers.
The only thing scary about these kitchens is how good they are.
No matter your mood, there’s a soup for you.
Bring on the baked beans and cornbread, it’s time for BBQ.
From coffee to baked goods to cocktails, there’s a pumpkin spice treat for everyone in Lakeland to enjoy this fall.
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Here are the Pub Subs that eight of Lakeland’s movers + shakers order when they hit the Publix Deli.
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
Mitchell’s Coffee Shop has been serving up coffee and gourmet food since 1998. See what inspired the coffee shop’s owner to open the first shop of its kind in Lakeland 25 years ago.
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We’re fishing for Lakeland’s favorite sushi spot.
Ignore the logistics — we’re day dreaming about Lakeland eateries we’d love to dine at via drive-thru, if we could wave a magic wand.
We’re on a mission to map out Lakeland’s top destinations for foodies, art lovers, and pet parents. Learn how you can help.
This classic Florida menu item was created just down the road in Ybor City — since then, it’s become a favorite for Lakelanders on lunch.
While we always hate to say goodbye, we also want to know: What would you put in these now-vacant Lakeland buildings?
Dig into LAL’s must-try pizza shops including Palace Pizza, J. Burns’ Pizza Shop, and more.
Show what you know at these weekly trivia events.
We put together a list of local wellness spots that incorporate health + wellness into their practices and products. Now sit back, relax, and find your next go-to Lakeland establishment before booking yourself a well-deserved spa day.
Don’t wait until fall to show your favorite small business some love. Here’s how you can support them in person and online.
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