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Tee it up at these Lakeland golf courses
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 13 golf courses in Lakeland are sure to make for a good round.
September 16, 2025 09:05 AM
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Lakeland’s 89-year love story with the Tigers
Keep reading for our favorite local love story.
February 16, 2024
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Lakeland earns a Runner Friendly Community designation
See how Lakeland’s running trails and local support earned made it a Runner Friendly Community for the next five years.
February 5, 2024
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The Detroit Tigers will train in Lakeland through 2044
The Detroit Tigers will continue spring training for the next 20+ years, and the City of Lakeland will help fund a new team facility. We break it down by the numbers.
November 21, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
A rendering of the Florida Southern College Golf Clubhouse lobby, with indoor simulators and championship trophies.
Sports
A putt above: Florida Southern College’s new golf clubhouse
Peek inside the future clubhouse for FSC’s championship-winning golf teams before its fall 2024 opening.
October 30, 2023
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Connor Jacobson
Lakeland High School football team players and a coach pose with a child in a Lakeland Regional Health hospital room
Sports
Do the Dreadnaught Wave for kids at Lakeland Regional Health
Cheer on your team while supporting children in Lakeland Regional Health’s pediatrics department during Lakeland High School’s home football games.
October 26, 2023
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Southeastern University cheerleaders lead a cheer on the football field before a game
Sports
The sports fan’s guide to Lakeland’s college teams
Fall means the return of college sports in Lakeland. Never miss a game with our guide to local teams.
September 6, 2023
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Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland during an evening baseball game. A dark cloud lingers in the blue sky, blocking the sunset.
Sports
Summer baseball forecast
You won’t want to miss these upcoming baseball games from our local Minor League Baseball team, the Flying Tigers.
June 30, 2023
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Fireworks light up the sky over Joker Merchant Stadium in Lakeland, FL.
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Head east to the newly opened River Country Water Park for fun in the sun at Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo.
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Do you own a Sears Modern Home in Lakeland?
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See inside Summit’s mural project featuring Lakeland artists
Get an exclusive look inside this downtown high-rise to see a collection of murals by seven Lakeland artists.
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Meet Polk County’s four most notable celebrities
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Chow down during Polk County Burger Week
Check out the list of participating eateries to find a Burger Week deal near you July 18-27.
July 17, 2025
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Experience
Hiking guide for Lakeland
Check out these 13 hiking trails catered to all skill levels in and around Lakeland, Florida for outdoor adventures.
July 16, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
Keep tourism thriving through Visit Central Florida’s CATS program
Tourism is one of Polk County’s top three industries, and you can help Visit Central Florida keep it growing through the Certified Ambassadors of Tourism and Sports program.
July 14, 2025
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Lakeland officials approve major plans for Midtown
Before a planned redevelopment of Memorial Boulevard, Lakeland officials have approved a strategic plan and a nearby affordable housing development.
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Here’s how to join Lakeland boards and committees
Create the city you want to live in by applying to serve in these volunteer roles.
July 10, 2025
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