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Is this your dream home? If so, make your offers before the upcoming deadline.
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Neighborhood Guide: South Lake Morton
From a swan-filled lake to mid-century modern architecture, see why South Lake Morton was named one of Lakeland’s top neighborhoods.
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Introducing: LALtoday Neighborhood Guides
In order to give you the inside scoop on all of LAL’s amazing communities, we’re asking you to tell us what neighborhoods to cover.
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Hit the Road: An outdoor adventure to Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
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Gardens to visit in and around Lakeland
From community gardens to regional attractions, let your curiosity bloom at one of these nearby gardens.
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“Parklets” coming to Lakeland, FL
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