Publix Super Markets has initiated a major $200+ million multi-phase expansion of its primary distribution and…
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Lowe’s Bringing Operations In-House: Plant City Warehouse Impacts 178 Saddle Creek Jobs
Lowe’s Home Improvement is bringing operations in-house at its distribution facility located at 771 S. County…
Made in the Shade marks nearly three decades of lawn care service in Lakeland
Made in the Shade, a Lakeland landscaping and lawn maintenance company founded in 1997, has outlined…
Orangetheory Fitness Returning to Lakeland with New South Florida Avenue Location
Orangetheory already has a “coming soon” page live for the location, listed at 1065 S. Florida…
Publix Super Markets purchased Airpark Plaza, a 204,740-square-foot retail center in Miami where it serves as an anchor tenant, for $83.25 million
Transaction Overview Context & Strategic Shift Built in the 1970s, Airpark Plaza last changed hands in…
Spectrum expanding fiber-optic service to Polk County homes and businesses
By Drew Dixon Spectrum Internet says its Beyond the Build rural fiber-optic internet construction initiative is…
Allen Elevated To Program Director, WPCV/Lakeland
There’s been a programming change at MARC Media Country 97.5 WPCV/Lakeland, FL, as afternoon personality Nic…
Salem’s reopens at 101 E. Memorial in Lakeland
After a major remodel and a new store, Salem’s reopens at 101 E. Memorial in Lakeland
Fuzzy’s in Lakeland permanently closed
By Ryan Colpean Just tried to go to Fuzzy’s in Lakeland for lunch and there’s a…
$2.3B bank names Polk County market president
Crews Bank & Trust has promoted John Laurent to area president for Polk County, putting the…
Crossroads Automotive Acquires Bartow Ford in Florida Debut
Crossroads Automotive Group is excited to announce its Florida debut with theacquisition of Bartow Ford. Recognized…
The Fancy Flea
Shop indoors at the RP Funding Center in Lakeland. Amazing vintage vendors, antiques, furniture, art, home…
Trimak Building Systems Moves HQ to Lakeland, Adding 50 Jobs
Trimak Building Systems Inc. relocated its headquarters to a new facility at 4350 County Line Rd…
Wendy’s may be heading toward a private takeover.
Nelson Peltz’s Trian Fund Management is reportedly assembling investors for a potential deal to take Wendy’s…
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Brasswater launches hospitality platform after buying Lakeland Hotel, Georgia retail property
Montreal-based real estate investor Brasswater has expanded its cross-border portfolio by completing two back-to-back U.S. property…
Publix Ends 10-Item Express Lane Limit to Cut Wait Times
Publix has officially done away with its long-standing 10-item limit in express checkout lanes. Rather than…
Orlando Health is holding a hiring event on Saturday, August 22, 2026
Orlando Health is holding a hiring event on Saturday, August 22, 2026, for its new Orlando…
Lamp Repair and Shade Studio Keeps Fading Craft Burning Bright
In an era dominated by disposable home goods and quick-ship fixtures, one local workshop is holding…
How Publix Defends Its Market Share Against Discounters
Publix is navigating a shift across the Southeastern grocery landscape. Despite growing price sensitivity among consumers,…
Amped Fitness Expands Across Florida with New Lakeland Club
Amped Fitness®, an immersive Florida-founded fitness brand redefining the modern gym experience, today announced its plans…
A second Miniso could be coming to Lakeland
We found a building permit filed with the City of Lakeland for a $450,000 remodel at…
First State Bank to Redevelop Lakeland Ale House Site
First State Bank of the Florida Keys (headquartered in Key West) acquired the former Miller’s Ale…
Publix Cuts Stock Price as Q2 Sales Growth Slows
Publix Super Markets announced a reduction in its internal stock price alongside its second-quarter financial results,…
Atlanta Investor Drops $67.7 Million on Lakeland Warehouse Trio
Atlanta-based MDH Partners has scooped up three newly built industrial buildings at Lakeland Commerce Center for…
AT&T to end Florida landline service
Yes, AT&T is actively executing a nationwide plan to phase out its traditional, copper-wire “Plain Old…
Publix Super Markets Charities Donates $250,000 for Earthquake Relief Efforts in Venezuela
Publix Super Markets Charities (PSMC) is donating $250,000 to the Global Empowerment Mission to help support relief efforts…
Saddle Creek Logistics Services Names Grady Martin Chief Executive Officer
Saddle Creek Logistics Services, a leading third-party logistics (3PL) provider offering warehousing, fulfillment and transportation solutions, today named Grady Martin Chief…
Fast-growing hot-chicken chain eyes its first Lakeland location
It sounds like the Nashville hot chicken craze is finally knocking on Lakeland’s door with a…
The newly crowned Miss Florida, Alex de Roos, dined with us last week at our Lakeland location of Fred’s Market
The newly crowned Miss Florida, Alex de Roos, dined with us last week at our Lakeland…
Winn-Dixie celebrates Independence Day by donating $100,000 to the USO
As America prepares to celebrate 250 years of independence, The Winn-Dixie Company (TWDC) is donating $100,000…
Waters Car Wash Marks America’s 250th Birthday with Statewide Customer Appreciation Initiative
Customers can register July 3-5 for the special offer, which is redeemable through July 31 Customer…
Wild Greg’s Reopens as City Limits Under New Local Ownership
This is massive news for North Lakeland’s nightlife. After two decades of various country dance halls…
Mavis Tires & Brakes Opens New State-of-the-Art Location in Lakeland
Mavis Tires and Brakes, a leading automotive service and tire retailer, is excited to announce the…
Fresh Monkee to Open Lakeland Location
That is a big win for the South Lakeland food scene! The Fresh Monkee, a popular…
D1 Training South Lakeland Now Open, Hosts Grand Opening Celebration June 27
That’s a big win for the South Lakeland fitness scene! The new facility is located at…
Publix Super Markets has elected Jill Livesay to its board of directors, effective July 1, 2026
Livesay, 58, currently serves as the chief accounting officer and controller at CarMax—a position she has…
Employee-owned Harrell’s adds 11 to sales team
In a broad and sweeping move, Harrell’s recently named a total of 11 new U.S. territory managers to…
Velvet Swan Celebrates Soft Opening June 10
That is exciting news for the downtown social scene! The Velvet Swan is opening at 125…
Lakeland Computers Store Opening on Hwy 98 N
A new name will appear on the storefront, but the story behind it carries decades of…