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Date night ideas for every type of Lakelander

Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in Swan City.

February 6, 2025

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Brianna Williams

BBQ ribs, sausage, and sides sit on a wooden cutting board

Sponsored by Lakeland Regional Health

The exterior of a home is shown in the background, with a sign reading "Beacon Hill Historic District" in the foreground.

Real Estate

Hot homes: Own a piece of Lakeland history

This home in the Beacon Hill Historic District has a story that spans over a century — in fact, it’s almost as old as the City of Lakeland itself.

February 4, 2025

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Amelia Grooms

Earrings that are shades of pink, red, and purple that are shaped in hearts with Valentine messaging on them.

Events

Top Valentine’s + Galentine’s events in Lakeland

Grab your boo or your bestie to celebrate love, friendship, and everything in between at these events around Swan City.

February 4, 2025

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Amelia Grooms

Julia Pizzuto

Julia hails from Long Island and is a graduate of Sacred Heart University. She is currently based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. When she’s not writing or working, you’ll likely find her running, spending time outside, or watching basketball.

February 4, 2025

A rendering of a design concept for the South Florida Avenue road reconstruction project

City

Lakeland, FDOT moving forward with Dixieland road project funding

Here’s what the City of Lakeland will be responsible for and when Lakelanders can expect the next steps in the process to reconstruct part of South Florida Avenue.

February 3, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

The President of Catapult, Christin Strawbridge, and President of Florida Polytechnic University, Dr. Devin Stephenson, sit at a table covered in a black tablecloth with a purple Florida Polytechnic University banner. On either side of them are two banners boasting Florida Poly's achievements. Behind them are a group of people looking on.

Business

Catapult signs high-level strategic partnership with Florida Polytechnic University

The partnership will not only advance Catapult and the university’s missions, but also create innovative opportunities to advance Lakeland’s economic landscape.

January 31, 2025

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Amelia Grooms

A long-exposure shot of fair rides lit up at night

Events

Park, ride, and eat at the Florida State Fair

Our guide to the 2025 Florida State Fair wouldn’t be complete without your suggestions.

January 31, 2025

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Rilee Delgado