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The actor and wrestler stopped by a Swan City staple to fuel up before heading to work.
We’re using geopsychology to give Swan City the ultimate personality test.
See how Lakeland’s running trails and local support earned made it a Runner Friendly Community for the next five years.
As this food hall gets closer to opening, see the latest renderings of the 14,000-sqft indoor and outdoor space coming to The Depot 303 in downtown Mulberry.
Rilee here — after nearly three years of covering Lakeland’s developments, restaurants, local businesses, and events, it’s time for something new. Let’s walk down memory lane together.
As admission deadlines loom, don’t miss out on applying to one of Lakeland’s local colleges.
It’s been a year since the City of Lakeland unveiled plans for a Munn Park revitalization project, but that’s not all we’re watching. From dining to family activities, here are a few things that could change in downtown Lakeland.
The votes are in for the LALtoday 2023 Picture of the Year contest. Check out the finalists below, including the winner that you, our readers, voted for.
We asked Catapult Lakeland President Christin Strawbridge what businesses we should keep our eyes on — from tech startups to small businesses in food, furniture, and fashion, here’s who we’re watching.
Lakeland’s restaurants are deserving of recognition — see who our readers think deserves a prestigious James Beard Award next year.
Shop Valentine’s Day chocolates, couple’s games, cookware, candles, and fuzzy socks to spread the love.
Dive into the history behind the Lakeland Country Club and learn how you can become a future member.
The 16,650-sqft building previously home to a Ford dealership and antique store just hit the market — keep reading to learn more about the historic property and tell us what you’d like to see occupy it next.
They say “all that glitters is not gold,” and that’s true — some of it is silver, platinum, and of course, diamond. Keep reading for Lakeland jewelry stores to shop from for your next anniversary, birthday, or holiday.
Need that big backyard for the kiddos to roam? Or does a vibrant street scene draw you in? Our fun quiz will help you pick the Lakeland neighborhood that’s right for you.
This local plant nursery will offer deals on all native trees during Florida Arbor Day weekend, so you can beautify your space.
While you really can’t go wrong in Swan City, this quiz will guide you to the perfect Lakeland neighborhood just for you.
The annual award ceremony hosted by Catapult celebrates four individuals or businesses in the Lakeland community that have made an impact — keep reading to see who won at the Lakeland Entrepreneur Awards.
The resurfacing will impact five Lakeland streets — read on to learn about when and where to expect possible delays during your commute.
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Do you remember the time Publix made a huge birthday cake for an entire Lakeland neighborhood? Read on for the story.
You told us which empty buildings could be converted into affordable housing.
Tell us what you’re hoping to do, see, and experience for the first time this year. We’ll share the best responses in our Lakeland bucket list.
Looking for a night out, your new favorite eatery, or just something fresh? Check out these restaurants within a short drive of Swan City, recommended by our followers.
You probably recognize some of these silhouettes from Lakeland tea towels and keychains, but do you know the history of how they came to be?
The program will allow food entrepreneurs to get the experience of running their own restaurants, while Lakelanders will get to try even more local food.
Used, antique, new, and locally-written — these are just a few types of reads that Lakeland bookstores specialize in from the north side to the south side of Swan City.
We’re commemorating 2023 the best way we know how — highlighting local photos through our LALtoday Picture of the Year contest.
How well did you keep up with the Lakeland news and stories we shared this year? Test your knowledge with our 12-question quiz.