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Food
Dine on history at Lakeland’s oldest restaurants
Take a bite of Lakeland’s past at these restaurants that have stood the test of time.
September 09, 2025 02:44 PM
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Connor Jacobson
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How to ELEVATE your business potential
Collaboration + teamwork are at the core of ELEVATE — a local think-space designed to foster creativity and innovation in the transportation industry.
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Business
Beyond the market: Supporting local small businesses online and in-person
Don’t wait until fall to show your favorite small business some love. Here’s how you can support them in person and online.
July 26, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Small Business
Lakeland outings perfect for your corporate team
If you manage a team and want to facilitate some bonding or just have fun, here are some ideas in the Lakeland area for daytime excursions.
July 19, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Business
How Polk County’s economy is changing
Learn where the local economy has increased and decreased over the past decade, plus where you can expect to see growth in Lakeland.
July 18, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
The Rahmani family poses together in matching Feasts of Persia t-shirts in front of their food truck.
Business
How Gianna Rahmani and her family started a full-time food truck
Gianna Rahmani of Feasts of Persia tells us how angel employment offered her the chance to chase her passion ahead of an Author Spotlight Night.
July 14, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Culture
Podcasts for Lakelanders to listen to + learn from
Put your headphones on and listen to one of these podcasts made by Lakelanders, for Lakelanders.
July 14, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Food
We tried July’s Cocktails for Charity at The Back Nine
A dollar from the sale of these cocktails will be donated to a different charity each month.
July 6, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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A new, family-owned UPS Store is now open in North Lakeland
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Food
LALtoday is hosting Drink Up Month in July to celebrate local beverages and beverage makers
Throughout the month of July, LALtoday will be sharing content celebrating the beverage industry in the Lakeland community.
June 14, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
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Easter festivities happening around Lakeland in April
Make your month egg-cellent by taking in one of these Easter-themed events.
April 3, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Events
What not to miss at SUN ‘n FUN
Take our word for it — these are the activities, exhibits, and stops we wouldn’t miss at Florida’s largest aerospace expo.
April 2, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
A group of baby alligators sit on an adult alligator's back in the water at Circle B Bar Reserve. The photo is framed by green leaves and branches.
Travel and Outdoors
Alligator mating season must-knows
Alligator mating season in Florida runs from April through June — here’s how you to keep yourself + our scaly friends safe.
April 1, 2025
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Amelia Grooms
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Experience
Where to plan your next brunch date in Lakeland
Don’t just pick a spot with pancakes and eggs — pick the spot that’s perfect for your gathering with this guide that includes menu recommendations, brunch categories, and beyond.
April 1, 2025
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A hand holds a phone with a "Lucky Lakeland Treasure Hunt" app loaded in front of the Munn Park entryway and sign
Culture
Are those Lakeland scavenger hunts real? We found out
If you’ve seen a digital scavenger hunt listed online and wondered if it was worth the money, we took one for you to see if you should try one for yourself.
March 31, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
Pink and purple skies are reflected on the surface of this lake, and a fountain, lily pads, and ducklings are also present.
Travel and Outdoors
Dip your toes into the Polk County Water Atlas
Use this online resource to check water health, water levels, upcoming events, and more.
March 31, 2025
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Connor Jacobson
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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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