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New to Lakeland

Lakelander 101: A how-to for new residents

Becoming a new resident is easy with our Lakelander 101 guide to all things Lakeland citizenship.

March 6, 2025

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Staff

Sponsored by Lakes Church Academy

A gif showing five screen captures from episodes of "Greater Lakeland"

Culture

See Lakeland on screen at WEDU PBS’ “Greater Lakeland” premiere

Swan City will join the walk of fame for a night as all five “Greater Lakeland” episodes are screened at the Silver Moon Drive-In.

March 5, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

Nashville's skyline with Bridgestone Arena, Sheraton Grand Nashville Downtown, and the AT&T building (known locally as the Batman Building) all in view.

Travel and Outdoors

A Lakelander’s travel guide to Nashville, TN

Find out what to do and where to stay in one of the next destinations Avelo Airlines will fly to from Lakeland.

March 4, 2025

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Amelia Grooms

A photo of the Lakeside Village courtyard, showing palm trees, umbrellas, and people playing on the green.

Business

More new bizzes on the way for Lakeside Village

Learn about the upcoming retailers that will soon call this Lakeland shopping center home.

March 4, 2025

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Amelia Grooms

An exterior photo of Lakeland Linder International Airport with three flags and palm trees blowing in the wind.

City

Parking upgrades approved for Lakeland International Airport

City officials gave the greenlight to several new parking lot changes. The biggest? Parking will soon no longer be free.

March 3, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

Vendor tents line a downtown street filled with pedestrians at First Friday.

Events

Celebrate Mardi Gras with these Lakeland events

If you’ve got the need for beads, here’s where to find them around Swan City.

March 3, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

An exterior shot of Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium, right outside of the BayCare Box Office.

City

How Joker Marchant Stadium became a staple in Lakeland’s sports scene

We’re climbing out of the dugout and onto the diamond as we uncover the history of this iconic sports complex.

February 28, 2025

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Amelia Grooms

A small indoor booth at a festival with a flower bar and a neon sign reading "The Petal Co."

Events

Find Lakeland’s local vendors at the Florida Strawberry Festival

Support local or try something new from out of town at this festival running Feb. 27-March 9 in Plant City.

February 27, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

Florida Polytechnic University's Innovation, Science, and Technological Building in Lakeland, FL.

New to Lakeland

See why Lakeland is a hub for smart, talented people

With five local colleges calling Lakeland home, it’s no surprise this city is a smart place to live.

February 27, 2025

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Connor Jacobson