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The front exterior of the Spanish Colonial-style Ludd Spivey House with a stucco facade, arched windows, and a terracotta tile roof.

Real Estate

Influential Lakelander’s home hits the market

Take a look inside the Ludd M. Spivey House, formerly home to Florida Southern College’s president who made a historic impact on the campus.

November 11, 2025 01:58 PM

Connor Jacobson

A side-by-side photo of two homes: a historic Spanish-style home (left) and a modern stone and stucco home (right).

Real Estate

You choose: Historic home vs. new construction in Lakeland

Do you prefer to live in the past, or are you looking ahead to the future? Compare a 1925 home with a newly built house that just hit Lakeland’s real estate market.

October 16, 2025

Connor Jacobson

Front entrance of a house decorated for Halloween, featuring a large wooden door framed by two stone columns with giant black spiders hanging from them. A skeleton stands to the left of the doorway, and piles of colorful pumpkins — orange, white, and green — are arranged on both sides of the brick walkway. A festive wreath and smaller Halloween decorations complete the spooky, autumn-themed display under a cloudy sky.

Business

Trending this fall: Porch pumpkins

Skip the pumpkin patch and hire these Central Florida businesses to spruce up your landscaping with a seasonal touch.

October 10, 2025

Patrick Sidwell

A bright living room with white couches, a large circular chandelier, and a view of a lanai through sliding glass doors.

Real Estate

This Lakeland home combines contemporary style with country club living

Spend every day on the greens — if you can get yourself to leave the comfort of home.

August 15, 2025

Connor Jacobson

A digital thermostat that reads 63 degrees, mounted on a white wall.

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Pass the mic: 3 questions with Lakeland’s small business owners

We’re rounding out a week of small business features by asking owners what it’s like to live + work in Lakeland.

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Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.

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A three-panel graphic demonstrating how to navigate a multi-lane roundabout to go straight, turn left, or turn right.

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How to navigate Lakeland’s first multi-lane roundabout

Buckle up — it’s time for a driving lesson before you try this new traffic pattern on Drane Field Road.

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A Christmas parade float is decorated with red and white glitter, realistic looking reindeer, and a sleigh. Santa and Mrs. Claus sit in the sleigh, waving to guests above and below the float.

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Our Lakeland Christmas Parade pro tips

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The Wish Farms stage at the Florida Strawberry Festival grounds

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The stage is set: Florida Strawberry Festival’s 2026 entertainers

See who will take the stage in Plant City when the festival returns in February 2026.

November 26, 2025

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Our Lakeland-based Small Business Saturday shopping picks

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November 25, 2025

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An aerial photo of a crowded fall street festival with white tents, vendors, and people walking in downtown Lakeland.

City

Look back on fall in Lakeland’s photo archives

We’re digging through the Lakeland Public Library photo archives to relive autumn memories from years gone by.

November 24, 2025

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Swan City Improv's future building, a white and turquoise painted church with a gray roof and a spire against a clear blue sky.

Culture

Swan City Improv opening a comedy club in downtown Lakeland

The Comedy Cathedral is set to open by spring 2026 with entertainment, classes, and community events designed to keep Lakeland laughing.

November 20, 2025

Connor Jacobson

A silhouetted runner on Lake Hollingsworth at sunset

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Turkey Trots and Thanksgiving runs around Lakeland

You won’t find an official Turkey Trot in Lakeland, but there are plenty of fun runs and nearby races to break a seasonal sweat.

November 20, 2025

Connor Jacobson

The Terrace Grille's dining room has plush orange chairs, large windows, and two glasses of white wine on the table.

Food

Dine in or carry-out Thanksgiving dinner in Lakeland

Here’s a list of local restaurants open on Thanksgiving.

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The front of a newly opened Publix, decorated with green and white balloon columns and silver "WELCOME" balloons for its grand opening.

Business

Lake Miriam Square Publix is now open

The rebuilt store includes 55,701 sqft of space for shopping, dining, and relaxing. Scroll through photos from opening day.

November 13, 2025

Connor Jacobson