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Food

Toast of the town: Drink Up Week has arrived

This week — Monday, July 22-Friday, July 26, 2024 — we’re shining a spotlight on the vibrant drink scene in Lakeland.

July 19, 2024

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Monica Garske

Culture

LALtoday’s summer “ins” and “outs” list

You live in Central Florida and don’t check the UV index?

July 19, 2024

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Amelia Grooms

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A rendering of an aerial view of crowds at the Paris 2024 Olympics skateboarding site, Parc Urbain La Concorde

Sports

New sports at the Paris 2024 Olympics

The Paris 2024 Olympics will spotlight several new sports: breaking, skateboarding, sport climbing, and surfing. Let’s dive into what you need to know about each event.

July 18, 2024

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Staff

Performers pose on a stage at Lakeland Community Theatre

Culture

Support the arts with these local performances

Could your neighbor be the next big star?

July 17, 2024

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Amelia Grooms

Lakeland Electric

July 16, 2024

An exterior of a historic home in Lakeland, viewed from the street. The house is painted dark blue with a pink front door, white porch railing, and white trim. Large green trees stand in front of the home.

Real Estate

Lakeland ranks No. 7 best city for first-time home buyers

Find out what put Lakeland at the top of a list of US cities when it came to buying your first home.

July 16, 2024

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Connor Jacobson

The interior of Black Swan tattoo shop is shown, featuring a reception desk, couches, and a gallery of art on the walls.

Culture

Get inked at these Lakeland tattoo shops

No matter what style of tattoo you prefer, check out one of these Swan City artists next time you’re looking to add some new ink.

July 15, 2024

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Emily Shea-Owen

An outdoor gazebo over lounge furniture, an outdoor dining set, and two outdoor lounge chairs.