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History

Dive into how nearly a century and a half of history is kept alive with historical markers around town.
We want to know — which Lakeland restaurant or meal sparks nostalgia in your heart and belly, and why?
We’ve all wondered about the names behind some of our local parks and places of interest. Pull back the curtain on the history behind their monikers.
While the restaurant only had a location in Lakeland for a little over a year, it made its mark on our readers + followers.
Did a noteworthy Lakelander once walk your halls? Learn more about the original owners of some of Lakeland’s historic homes, and send us your own home’s history if you know it.
If you’ve ever felt a chill in your spine when frequenting these locales around Lakeland, there’s likely a good reason.
If you’ve ever stepped foot inside the Polk Theatre, chances are you were simultaneously taking a ghost tour — and didn’t even know it.
Get to know the history behind the unincorporated communities that make up a significant portion of the north Lakeland area.
Tell us you’re from Lakeland without telling us you’re from Lakeland.
Lakeland’s hottest day on record was June 4, 1985 when Swan City hit 105°.
With the help of the Save America’s Treasures grant, Bok Tower Gardens is planning to undergo a multimillion-dollar restoration project — here’s how you can help.
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Before a planned redevelopment of Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland officials have approved a strategic plan and a nearby affordable housing development.
Create the city you want to live in by applying to serve in these volunteer roles.
Skip the sunscreen and slide into a movie screening instead.
Pull up a seat and pour up a cup when Foxtail Coffee opens at the Shops at Lake Wire soon.
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.
Fireworks, food trucks, live music, and more — here’s everything you need to know about this annual fireworks display on Lake Mirror.