Retail

Owner Jessi Zilka shared how you can support this local shop during the international Record Store Day event.
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
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Explore a wide selection of gummies and other products during Best Buds’ 4/20 sale.
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See the organizations, programs, and causes Publix supports to create big change in Lakeland and beyond.
As Lakeland continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
Want to set up shop at the farmers curb market? Read these tips before submitting your application.
From food and drink to retail and attractions — we asked you for what hidden gems make Lakeland the best and you delivered.
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Learn everything you didn’t know you wanted to know about these in-season fruits + vegetables.
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Shop local to support people in need worldwide at St. John’s Thrift Store, a nonprofit secondhand shop in Winter Haven.
Here’s what to expect — from the demolition and rebuild to where to shop in the meantime.
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We visited Lakeside Village’s monthly Lakeside Second Sunday Market — and experienced a world of discoveries while strolling the 80+ local vendors.
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Head to your local Publix to pick up some local strawbs — and see how to score discount tickets to the Florida Strawberry Festival.
Find a new outfit or the perfect gift for a friend at these locally owned small businesses.
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The rescue group needs volunteers, donors, fosters, and adoptive pet-parents to help in their mission of ending breed stigma and finding every dog a loving home.
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.
Shop Valentine’s Day chocolates, couple’s games, cookware, candles, and fuzzy socks to spread the love.
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.
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Pick up some oranges, tangerines, or pomelos during peak citrus season this January and February.
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.
From city offices to your favorite grocery stores, here’s when you can expect closures during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.
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Gift Guide: Our Editors’ picks for the 2023 holiday season
See what Editors Connor and Rilee are shopping this year.
Shop from these 14 local retailers for online discounts in observance of Cyber Monday.
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Publix is once again giving back to an organization that gives back to Lakeland — and we’re calling on LAL readers to decide who wins.
From historic homes to a flourishing small business scene, there’s something for residents and visitors alike to explore in Dixieland.
Not sure where to shop this weekend? Let the fates decide at Saturday’s farmers market.
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Shop the most popular gifts of the 2023 holiday season, plus gifts that support small businesses and the best holiday wrapping paper to tie it all up in.
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