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Business
Up to 80% off and free shipping? That’s our way to shop
We picked out our favorite on-sale furniture and decor (but the sale ends tonight).
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A new hotspot for local Lakeland businesses
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Retail
2023 Holiday Gift Guide: 39 gifts you can buy right now
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.
November 2, 2023
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5 ways to celebrate National Clean Your Fridge Out day
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Publix Giveback Giveaway winner: Meet SPCA Florida (and see how you can help)
Learn about the good work SPCA Florida does for Lakeland dogs + cats — and see how you can help them (and local firemen) gather 7,000 lbs of dog and cat food.
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How kidsPACK gives: Meet our Publix Giveback Giveaway winner
See how kidsPACK ensures disadvantaged kids don’t go hungry.
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Publix Limited Edition fall and winter ice cream returns
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Education
International AeroTech Academy and Amazon Career Choice partner to certify new aircraft mechanics
Amazon employees can have their tuition partially or fully covered thanks to the new program bringing aircraft mechanic training to LAL.
October 5, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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8 Lakeland leaders share their fave Pub Sub
Here are the Pub Subs that eight of Lakeland’s movers + shakers order when they hit the Publix Deli.
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Kick off pumpkin season with Publix’s Pumpkin Tasting Event
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4 local races to run in the last 4 months of 2023
Check that resolution off your list: Here are four Publix-sponsored races to join before the year is up.
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Business
Lakeland reacts to Aldi’s purchase of Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarkets
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.
August 21, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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City
Answered: What you want to see in Lakeland’s vacant storefronts
While we always hate to say goodbye, we also want to know: What would you put in these now-vacant Lakeland buildings?
August 16, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Business
5 top markets to shop in Lakeland
Find handmade goods, tasty food and drink, or a unique piece of art at these community markets.
August 7, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Publix Giveback Giveaway: Nominate a local nonprofit to win free advertising in LALtoday
Publix wants to give back to an organization who gives back to Lakeland — and we’re calling on LAL readers to decide who wins.
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Business
Beyond the market: Supporting local small businesses online and in-person
Don’t wait until fall to show your favorite small business some love. Here’s how you can support them in person and online.
July 26, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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City
Shape the future of the Downtown West redevelopment
Share your thoughts on the CRA’s newest project to be a part of the Downtown West redevelopment.
July 10, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Development
Former Lakeland Sears building to be demolished for multifamily housing
320 apartments are coming soon to the former Sears department store at the Lakeland Square Mall — here’s what you need to know.
June 29, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Travel and Outdoors
What’s in our beach bag this summer
Heading out on a beach trip? Fill your bag with our favorite items from Six & Main to bring Lakeland with you wherever you go.
June 22, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Food
LALtoday is hosting Drink Up Month in July to celebrate local beverages and beverage makers
Throughout the month of July, LALtoday will be sharing content celebrating the beverage industry in the Lakeland community.
June 14, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Culture
Here’s what you need to have in your hurricane kit
It’s important to be prepared — here’s our list of hurricane season essentials.
May 26, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
City
Here’s what you can shop for during Florida’s tax holiday
From household supplies to park passes, grills, and more.
May 23, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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City
All Publix GreenWise Market locations to become traditional Publix Super Markets
A timeline for closing the eight Publix GreenWise Market stores — including one in Lakeland — is yet to be announced.
May 19, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Events
A Mother’s Day event for every type of mom
No matter what type of moms we have, they deserve to be celebrated this Mother’s Day.
May 11, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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