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Fall means the return of college sports in Lakeland. Never miss a game with our guide to local teams.
From early childhood education to schools for underserved communities, here are the educational opportunities coming soon to the Lakeland + Polk areas that we’re watching.
Ignore the logistics — we’re day dreaming about Lakeland eateries we’d love to dine at via drive-thru, if we could wave a magic wand.
There’s a reason they call it Lakeland. With 38 lakes, this guide takes a deep dive into the must-visit spots and how best to enjoy our city’s most iconic features.
We’re on a mission to map out Lakeland’s top destinations for foodies, art lovers, and pet parents. Learn how you can help.
Where are you hoping to visit this fall? Let us know what you’re planning to see and do as we prepare our fall travel guides.
Check out these eight yoga studios around Swan City, which offer classes for beginners, hot yoga, and more fitness classes.
Could more Aldi stores be coming to Lakeland? We asked our readers what they think of Winn-Dixie and Harveys locations changing to Aldi grocery stores.
While we always hate to say goodbye, we also want to know: What would you put in these now-vacant Lakeland buildings?
Take our 5-minute quiz to test your local street smarts.
South Lakeland has gotten a fair share of new businesses this year, but there’s plenty to be excited about on the north side of town.
The former eLibrary will close its doors on Saturday, Sept. 2, and the new library is expected to open on Monday, Sept. 18.
We asked Polk County teachers what was on their wishlist before the school year begins. Consider this a crash course in gift giving.
From updates to Munn Park to shuttle services, pedestrian streets, parking and traffic changes, and lot development, we’re tracking downtown Lakeland’s evolution in one convenient place.
We put together a list of local wellness spots that incorporate health + wellness into their practices and products. Now sit back, relax, and find your next go-to Lakeland establishment before booking yourself a well-deserved spa day.
Let out your inner ghosts and ghouls as a scare actor at these Central Florida Halloween events.
One of the wellfields will be right here in Lakeland.
Don’t wait until fall to show your favorite small business some love. Here’s how you can support them in person and online.
See inside these two hot homes with unique outdoor spaces that have hit the Lakeland real estate market.
If you manage a team and want to facilitate some bonding or just have fun, here are some ideas in the Lakeland area for daytime excursions.
Learn where the local economy has increased and decreased over the past decade, plus where you can expect to see growth in Lakeland.
Gianna Rahmani of Feasts of Persia tells us how angel employment offered her the chance to chase her passion ahead of an Author Spotlight Night.
Put your headphones on and listen to one of these podcasts made by Lakelanders, for Lakelanders.
We visited the construction site of three uniques homes in Lakeland’s Paul A. Diggs neighborhood to learn about the inspiration behind their design.
Share your thoughts on the CRA’s newest project to be a part of the Downtown West redevelopment.
Get the recipe for Chalet Suzanne’s Soup Romaine, which was requested by astronauts for the Apollo 15 mission.
A dollar from the sale of these cocktails will be donated to a different charity each month.
How one woman transformed a community, put Lake Wales on the map, and sent her soup to the moon.