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The Lakeland Flying Tigers mascot, Southpaw, leans against a railing looking out at a baseball field during a game.

Sports

Lakeland Flying Tigers share 2026 promotion schedule

The only thing better than a baseball game is when it comes with extra perks.

April 8, 2026

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Connor Jacobson

A vibrant stage performance of "& Juliet" features a diverse cast in colorful costumes under bright purple spotlights.

Culture

Where to catch a Broadway show in Central Florida

See top performers on stage when they stop in Tampa + Orlando on Broadway national tours.

April 7, 2026

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Connor Jacobson

A rotating gif featuring SEU's college of natural and health sciences and students in the Kinesiology program working with people on strength and physical therapy.

Sponsored by Southeastern University

An aerial view and three ground-level photos show the Crystal Lake boardwalk in a state of severe disrepair and damage.

City

Updates coming to the Crystal Lake neighborhood

Polk County plans to reconstruct the boardwalk over the lake and add a stoplight at a busy intersection near Southeastern University.

April 7, 2026

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Connor Jacobson

Fireworks explode in the night sky over several parked fighter jets at the SUN 'n FUN Aerospace expo.

Events

SUN ‘n FUN is flying back in to Lakeland

This annual festival celebrates all things aviation. Save this guide to admission, activities, and aviation fun.

April 6, 2026

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Staff

A white Starship delivery robot with six wheels sits on a campus sidewalk in front of a modern, ribbed white building.

City

Robots now delivering meals on Florida Polytechnic University’s campus

Students can now order food online, and an AI-powered food delivery robot will bring it directly to their location. Would you like to see this tech in another part of Lakeland?

April 6, 2026

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Connor Jacobson

A juicy rack of ribs sits on a wooden cutting board atop a picnic table, with classic bbq fixin's to the side like coleslaw and fresh veggies.

Sponsored by Visit Central Florida

A timelapse photo of the exterior of the Polk Theater at night. The marquee sign is lit with blinking lights, and car lights streak by the front door.

Food

Enjoy dinner and a show around Lakeland this week

Let us plan your nightly entertainment with movies, live music, and stage shows, plus the perfect places to grab a bite.

April 2, 2026

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Connor Jacobson

An in-ground water meter painted with a water conservation message

City

What’s new under Polk County’s latest “extreme” water restrictions

In response to a statewide water shortage, the Southwest Florida Water Management District is enacting water restrictions for Polk County and surrounding areas.

April 2, 2026

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Connor Jacobson

An architectural rendering of the Barnett Family JA Discovery Center, featuring a modern exterior and an American flag.

City

Barnett Family Discovery Center bringing real-world learning to Lakeland

Polk County Public Schools just broke ground on Junior Achievement’s innovative new Discovery Center where students will get hands-on business experience.

April 1, 2026

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Connor Jacobson