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The front exterior of the Spanish Colonial-style Ludd Spivey House with a stucco facade, arched windows, and a terracotta tile roof.

Real Estate

Influential Lakelander’s home hits the market

Take a look inside the Ludd M. Spivey House, formerly home to Florida Southern College’s president who made a historic impact on the campus.

November 11, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

City

Local news, powered by readers like you

Over the next 10 days, we’re launching a reader-driven campaign to sustain what we do best.

November 10, 2025

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Staff

A night photo of the Lakeland Margarita Ball on the lawn near Lake Mirror, with a band playing on a lit stage in the background.

Events

Raise funds (and a glass) at the Lakeland Margarita Ball

The Lakeland Margarita Society hosts the Margarita Ball every November to raise money to provide Christmas gifts for local children.

November 6, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

Overhead shot of five pumpkin pies with whipped cream dollops

Food

Preorder your prized pies ahead of Thanksgiving

Whether you’re an annual customer or looking for the first time, check out these pies you can bring to Thanksgiving made fresh by local bakers.

November 6, 2025

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Rilee Delgado

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City

How to help Lakeland food banks

When times are tough, Lakelanders join together to help neighbors in need. Here’s how you can help local food banks and food distribution programs through donations and volunteer work.

November 5, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

An aerial view of downtown Lakeland's streets at night

City

Lakeland CRA begins Restore the Core initiative

Help the Community Redevelopment Agency update the plans for its three core areas by sharing your feedback.

November 5, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

A sculpture of Frank Lloyd Wright wearing a wide-brimmed hat stands in front of the Sharp Family Tourism and Education Center

New to Lakeland

Forests, swans, and architecture: 11 can’t-miss tours of Lakeland

Be a tourist in your own town. Get out and try these 11 fantastic tours of Lakeland and beyond to learn something new.

November 4, 2025

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Connor Jacobson

The saxophone section of an orchestra plays their instruments in all-black outfits on a stage.