The City of Lakeland, Florida, will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Morehead Community Plaza on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. The event will be at Moorehead Circle Entrance 1, 701 Lime St. The ceremony recognizes Lakeland’s first Black neighborhood. The city uses both spellings of the community’s name—Morehead and Moorehead—to acknowledge its history.
City Manager Shawn Sherrouse said the new plaza highlights the contributions of the Morehead community. He described it as a place representing strength, faith, and family. The dedication is part of the city’s efforts to preserve local history.
Lakeland was incorporated in 1885. It is now one of Florida’s largest inland cities, with a population of about 130,000. The city is known for its central location and public utilities, including Lakeland Electric. Residents can find more information about the city and the event on Lakeland’s official website and social media.Visit here for more details