History

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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.
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.
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Dive into how nearly a century and a half of history is kept alive with historical markers around town.
Celebrate Lakeland Community Theatre and the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra, which have reached 40 and 60 years in the local arts scene, respectively.
Jonathan Mott has qualified for three Olympic trials, coached hundreds of local runners, and competed all over the world. Here’s how you can follow in his fast footsteps.
Does your neighborhood go all out with decorations? Do you set up a drive-thru lights experience? Add it to our map of holiday decoration destinations.
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When it comes to national charts, Swan City often gets skipped. Tell us which artists, podcasts, and genres you listened to all year long so we can wrap them up ourselves.