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Let’s talk Tigers tickets
Grab your peanuts + popcorn — we’re taking you out to the ball game. | Photo by @jessicasreyna
The Detroit Tigers are back for Spring Training, beginning with a home game this Sunday, Feb. 22. We pitched it to readers to see which topic you wanted to learn more about, and 55% said tickets + parking. Consider this Ballpark 101.
The tickets
We recommend buying tickets online so you can select your seats. The cheapest options are the Berm grass seating or the standing-room-only Runway seating in the left + right outfields, respectively. For the luxury experience, upgrade to the 34 Club, where tickets include food and beverages.
If you plan to make the ballpark your second home this season, consider spring season tickets.
Use this map to make sure you + your crew arrive to the game without getting stuck in construction zones.
Map via City of Lakeland
The parking
Parking is now cashless. Pro tip: Buy yours in advance to save a few dollars or upgrade to a premium spot. Use the parking map to find a route that avoids construction on Lakeland Hills Boulevard as much as possible.
Citrus Connection will also offer its complimentary Tigertown Express service to games once again this year.
$2,025,000. That was the record-setting sale price for a Winter Haven home designed by famed architect Gene Leedy. The buyer + seller are both remaining anonymous, but if you’re a nosy neighbor like us,sneak a peek inside this mid-century modern gem on Lake Otis. (The Ledger)
State
Arrgh you ready for a treasure hunt? The Florida Division of Unclaimed Property says one in five residents is missing out on funds in a forgotten financial account. See if that’s you.
Environment
Northeast Polk will get a new well after county commissioners approved a $1.8 million project to provide more water for the rapidly growing Davenport area. In case you missed it, Polk County is working to increase its water supply by drilling into the lower Floridan aquifer. (Bay News 9)
Open
Think pink, because The Flamingo Bean Co. has opened its cafe in north Lakeland at 1318 Daughtery Rd. W. The opening week menu includes lattes, cold brew, pastries, lunch bites, and more — see inside.
History
Last week, a fire claimed the historic Tucker House on Kathleen Road. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. Look back on the history of the farmhouse, which was built around 1900. (The Ledger)
Eat
Searching for a Mardi Gras king cake this week? Garden Bistro has a limited supply from Gambino’s Bakery in New Orleans, plus a week full of Cajun specials like jambalaya + shrimp and grits.
Play
🎲 Are you looking for our Games page? You can find it here. Thanks to all of our readers who let us know you’re enjoying this page — our team is continuing to work on even more ways to play in future.
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Health
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Eat
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Quiet on the set, because the team behind a new mini-series based on the book “A Land Remembered” is eyeing film locations in our area. The 1984 novel by Patrick D. Smith covers three generations of cattle ranchers, and Polk County could provide the perfect “Old Florida” backdrop.
In the Board of County Commissioners’ agenda review study on Jan. 30, filmmaker Todd Wiseman Jr. compared his independently produced series to “Lonesome Dove.” He said to expect four-episode seasons, with the first expected to cost $25 million. We’re keeping an eye out for production updates.
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“A Land Remembered” was required reading for my fifth-grade class, and young Connor was not a fan. However, local cattle rancher Cary Lightsey also spoke about the mini-series at the agenda review study, and he said to expect beautiful settings, wildlife, and drama, just like you’ll find on “Yellowstone.” In that case, I’ll be tuning in.
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