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rotation of 5 images: 1. Giant oak tree enveloped by a colorful floral art installation, wrapped around the trunk. 2. A smiling child with her face painted like a butterfly. 3. A flowing floral arrangement of pink flowers and greenery. 4. A man singing on a mic. 5. A concrete statue in the gardens of Bonnet Springs Park.

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🌷 Lakeland’s first annual flower festival blooms this April

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Spring cleaning your energy bill

Sponsored by Lakeland Electric

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.

March 28, 2025

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Staff

Bright Ice Cream shop in Lakeland with a red "Opening Soon!" banner, outdoor seating, and a sunny sky along a busy street.

Food

Bright Ice opening its next scoop shop in Lakeland

Get the inside scoop on Bright Ice’s fifth location before it opens its doors in Dixieland on Friday, March 28.

March 27, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

A father and his two kids stand outside the entrance of Legoland Florida.

Travel and Outdoors

3 developments coming soon to Legoland Florida

From places to stay to things to do, here are three developments we’re watching at Legoland Florida in Winter Haven.

March 26, 2025

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Amelia Grooms

The entrance of the Project Prom store, with racks of formalwear inside and volunteers assisting shoppers in a bright, welcoming space.

Business

Project Prom: Helping Polk students celebrate safely

Find out how students can get free formal wear by signing the Project Prom pledge to stay sober.

March 25, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

A gif featuring photos that showcase Hollis Cancer Center

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Lakeland Regional Health brings expert cancer care close to home

With expert surgeons and cutting-edge treatments like HIPEC and robotic surgery, patients receive top-notch care without having to travel far.

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Lakeland’s newest healthcare center

Sponsored by Lakeland Regional Health

New to Lakeland

Best places to work outside in Lakeland

Here are a few of our recommendations for some of the best spots in Lakeland to bring your work laptop. Pretty sure they’ll beat that corner office view.

March 24, 2025

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Staff

A sandwich, salad, and iced drink from Black and Brew

Experience

Dinner and a view: Where to dine outdoors in Lakeland

Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Lakeland’s many beautiful patios.

March 21, 2025

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London Gibson