The chicken restaurant market is arguably a big one. According to Ibis World, fast-food chicken restaurants…
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We are SELLING LAKELAND!
Michael Walker with RAW Compositions LLC KILLED this video for us #sellinglakeland ladies! We are all…
Two Florida Giants Merge Vacation Membership
Hilton Grand Vacations (HGV) offerings just increased by 40%. The company agreed to merge with Bluegreen Vacations…
‘There won’t be any beer come March’: US Anheuser-Busch workers threaten to strike
Represented by Teamsters, 5,000 workers at 12 breweries prepare to strike after voting 99% in favor…
Bright Health is moving its headquarters from Minnesota to Florida and changing its name
Bright Health is moving its headquarters from Minnesota to Florida and is changing its name to…
Michael’s prepares to open in Southgate
Michael’s Stores Inc. has plans to open a second store in Lakeland early this spring Southgate Michael’s is…
Sam’s Club to stop checking receipts at the door
Sam’s Club will soon stop checking shoppers’ receipts as they leave the store, opting to instead…
Liberty Tire Recycling Announces Acquisition of Empire Tire and McGee Tire of Central Florida
Liberty Tire Recycling announced the acquisition of Empire Tire of Edgewater in Orlando, Florida and McGee…
Born & Bread to Open Four Days a Week Starting Jan. 17
GUESS WHAT!!! The time has finally come and what a dream. B+B will open 4 days…
Spectrum to Hike Rates Again Including Its Low-Income Internet Option
There are ways to dodge these rate increases, but some carry complications The second-biggest cable operator…
Catapult to begin a restaurant residency program
The program will allow food entrepreneurs to get the experience. First up in the restaurant residency…
Plant City farmer sees the impact of immigration hiring bill as the strawberry season gets underway
The nation is currently facing a worker shortage. According to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, there are…
Denny’s bought a restaurant chain from Florida for $82.5 million and plans expansion beyond Florida
Initially known as “Florida Waffle Shop,” Keke’s Cafe has its roots deeply planted in Orlando. The chain,…
New Ice Cream Shop Looks to Be Opening in Lakeland
The intersection of East Palmetto Street and Johnson Avenue in Lakeland appears to be the future home of a new ice cream…
More Layoffs in Lakeland – Goddard Produce Lays off 44 Workers
All of the employees of the fruit and vegetable distribution company at 1111 W. Main Street…
Lakeland sees a multi-generational shift to physical media
While so much of our lives have gone digital, from banking to social interactions to day…
Florida Strawberry Farmer Resorts to Processing Due to Recent Rains
Florida strawberry growers are still feeling the impact of inclement weather last weekend. Dustin Grooms with…
Another freestanding ER to be built in Lakeland this time off on N 98
Orlando Health announced plans to build a second facility in Lakeland because of the city’s rapid population…
Lakeland REALTORS® Presents Annual Awards
Lakeland Realtors held its annual Installation & Awards Luncheon at the Magnolia Building on Friday, December…
Lakeland Realtors Installs 2024 Officers and Directors
Lakeland Realtors installed the association’s 2024 officers and directors during its annual installation and awards luncheon…
Polk County to provide $6 million in marketing to generate demand for Avelo Airlines
The Polk County Commission approved an estimated $6 million investment over the next five years for…
Conn’s makes a deal that adds W.S. Badcock as a 380-store subsidiary
Conn’s Inc. has consummated an all-stock transaction making furniture retailer W.S. Badcock LLC a wholly owned subsidiary of Conn’s.…
With a 1.3 million pound gift Publix doubles produce a donation to food banks
Publix is closing out the year with a second announcement of a major produce donation. The…
7 Companies Announced Layoffs this November in Florida
In November, a total of 7 companies in Florida have issued WARN notices, signaling significant workforce reductions.…
Florida-Based “Innovative Farming Company” Files For Bankruptcy, Equipment To Be Auctioned Off
Florida is arguably conducive to agriculture because of its temperate climate. According to the U.S. Department…
Unfiltered Lakeland closes after 9 months
Geanie Folder took to Facebook Friday morning to announce her business, Unfiltered Lakeland, 801 E. Main…
Humana is said to be in merger talks with rival Cigna
Louisville’s most prominent homegrown company is once again the subject of merger speculation. Humana Inc. is…
Florida judge to rule on if $1.33 million license renewal fee is too high
An administrative law judge is poised to decide whether a $1.33 million license renewal fee is…
Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ Opens in Lakeland
Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ, a national fast-casual franchise known for its delicious hot dogs, BBQ,…
‘Yet their prices keep going up’: Geico lays off 2,000 workers. So does Liberty Mutual. Why?
‘They are losing so much money’ In a reflective TikTok video that has attracted nearly 300,000 views, Matthew…
73 Restaurants Owned by Florida Franchisee File for Bankruptcy
Starboard Group, a Florida-based restaurant operator, has placed its Wendy’s restaurants into bankruptcy protection. The business operates…
Florida-Headquartered and “Most Loved” Retailer Reportedly Lays Off Hundreds of Employees
There are many well-known businesses and retailers that are based in Florida. Examples are Publix, Bealls,…
Publix Named One of Fortune’s Best Workplaces for Women in 2023
Fortune recently recognized Publix with an honorable title. The retailer has been named one of the best workplaces…
Oak Ridge Publix reopens after remodel
On Thursday, November 9, 2023, Publix celebrated the grand opening of its Florida location in Polk County, according…
Skyline Chili set to open first Central Florida location in November
Restaurant to open at 2231 Western Way in Disney’s Flamingo Crossings Town Center The Ohio-based chain…
Disney to Buy Full Control of Hulu In Deal With Comcast
Disney has agreed to take full control of Hulu in a deal with Comcast, which has so far owned a…
MV Investment Sells Second Lakeland, Florida, Self-Storage Facility
Less than a month after completing construction on its newest Lakeland, Florida, climate-controlled self-storage (CCSS) facility,…