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Last minute tips to make sure you’re hurricane ready
Don’t forget these steps on your hurricane prep checklist.
October 07, 2024 02:03 PM
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Culture
Fall corn mazes and pumpkin patches around Lakeland, FL
Ring in the season with a trip to one of these fall-exclusive spots for the whole family.
September 23, 2024
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Unwritten rules of Lakeland
Tell us you’re from Lakeland without telling us you’re from Lakeland.
September 17, 2024
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Party like it’s 1924 with this once-in-a-century celebration
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Travel and Outdoors
Take a quick trip to these cities near Lakeland
In need of a one-day getaway? We’re sharing our readers’ favorite things to do, see, and eat in towns within a quick drive of Swan City.
August 28, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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Culture
Rentable venues in Lakeland
Check out this list of local spots to host your next party, reunion, or reception.
August 26, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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SunRail may be expanding to Polk County
Are your days of sitting in I-4 traffic almost behind you?
August 15, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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City
The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art’s $8 million expansion + renovation
What you need to know about the monumental project that’s set to be completed in the fall of 2024.
August 6, 2024
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Katelyn Lewis
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Travel and Outdoors
The best way to spend a rainy day in Lakeland
Florida Thunderstorm Season runs from May 25 to Oct. 10 in West Central Florida. You don’t have to stay inside when rainy days come — keep exploring Lakeland with these indoor activities.
August 5, 2024
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Travel and Outdoors
See Avelo Airlines’ 7 new destinations from Lakeland coming this fall
You can soon hop a flight from LAL to major cities in the south, New England, and even abroad.
July 24, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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Culture
Local libations: A round-up of Lakeland-centric craft beers
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Lakeland nod there — these craft beers found around Swan City take local pride seriously.
July 22, 2024
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Monica Garske
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City
Save these numbers + resources for help after Hurricane Milton
From how to get on the debris pick-up list to where you can get clean water, keep these resources in mind for after the storm passes.
October 9, 2024
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Amelia Herring
A hurricane model showing the projected path of Hurricane Milton.
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Polk County prepares for Hurricane Milton
The storm is expected to make landfall in Florida on Wednesday, Oct. 9.
October 8, 2024
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City
Stay connected during Hurricane Milton
Don’t miss a local update when a major storm hits. Bookmark these resources to stay informed during Hurricane Milton.
October 8, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
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Culture
Virtual fun you can have at home
When stormy weather rolls in, the fun at home rolls out. Throw on your coziest digs and explore Lakeland from the comfort of your couch.
October 8, 2024
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Connor Jacobson
A map showing a spaghetti model of Hurricane Milton's projected path over Florida.
City
A closer look at Hurricane Milton’s category and spaghetti model
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall on Florida’s Gulf Coast on Wednesday, Oct. 9 — here’s what you should know.
October 8, 2024
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Here’s what you need to have in your hurricane kit
It’s important to be prepared — here’s our list of hurricane season essentials.
October 7, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
Lakeland entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses pitch their big ideas at Catapult's Launch Pitch Night for the chance to win up to $10,000 in funding.
Business
Meet the finalists for Launch Pitch Night at Catapult
These five entrepreneurs will pitch their businesses for the chance to secure up to $10,000 in micro-grant funding.
October 3, 2024
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Amelia Herring
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Food
It’s time to get hungry: Check out your new favorite Lakeland restaurants
Dining in Lakeland is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
October 3, 2024
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Staff
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Travel and Outdoors
A Lakelander’s travel guide to Boston, MA
Find out what to do and where to stay in one of the top new destinations Avelo Airlines will fly to from Lakeland.
October 1, 2024
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Amelia Herring
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Food
Where to find seafood in Lakeland
Whether you’re making dinner plans and craving some rolls or looking for your local fish market, check out this list of seafood eateries and distributors in Lakeland.
October 1, 2024
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Rilee Delgado