WHAT: Vets Fest: Connecting Central Florida Veterans to the VA Benefits they have earned. WHO: All…
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Lakeland Linder will be discussing proposed flight changes
Lakeland Linder International Airport has been working on flight path changes to address residents’ noise complaints.…
Nearly 100 Years of Automotive History Crosses the Block at the 2024 Lakeland Fall Collector Car Auction
2023 has been a successful year in so many ways for Carlisle Auctions and its parent…
Alligator activity is closing a popular trail at Circle B again
Alligator Alley, or at least a portion of it, again belongs to the alligators alone. Recent…
Lakeland Regional Health’s new Kathleen campus aims to solve physician shortage
Access to healthcare is a continued concern in Polk County, as the ratio of physicians to…
Crave Hot Dogs & BBQ
If you haven’t heard, we are opening our Lakeland store this Saturday, November 18th. Crave will…
Discover The Tropical Asian aesthetic at SUSHI MASA JAPANESE RESTAURANT
Name: Sushi Masa Japanese Restaurant Address: 5700 Florida Ave S, Lakeland, FL 33813 Phone: (863) 450-4456 Desc: Sushi Bars, Japanese,…
Coming soon to Edgewood…Bandidas Bake Shop
Coming soon to Edgewood…Bandidas Bake Shop. Bandidas pop-up café is preparing to move out of startup incubator Catapult and…
The Wonderland of Lights RETURNS TO INTERNATIONAL MARKET WORLD TO PUT A SPARKLE INTO THE HOLIDAYS DECEMBER 1 THROUGH DECEMBER 30
THE WONDERLAND OF LIGHTS™ brings back the sparkle this holiday season to illuminate Auburndale’s International Market…
Dream Center receives a $171,000 grant
Wow! It’s November and we have a lot to be thankful for. Dream Center receives a…
Oak Ridge Publix reopens after remodel
On Thursday, November 9, 2023, Publix celebrated the grand opening of its Florida location in Polk County, according…
Lakeland’s McCoy Moore living out his country music dreams in Nashville
Sometimes, McCoy Moore said he still can’t believe he’s living in Nashville and building a career…
Lakeland drivers still adjusting to Florida Avenue ‘road diet’
If you’ve driven on South Florida Ave in Lakeland lately, you’re familiar with the concrete bumpers…
A Week of Excitement: Comprehensive Guide to Lakeland’s Local Events from November 10th to 16th, 2023
1. Lakeland Fall Collector Car Auction The Lakeland Fall Collector Car Auction event features an 8%…
Polk County Tax Collector’s Office Will Close Friday to Observe Veterans Day
The Office of the Polk County Tax Collector’s service centers and our Call Center will be…
Florida Municipal Electric Association recognized Lakeland Electric with a Building Strong Communities Award!
According to Lakeland Electric: We are honored to serve the City of Lakeland and our fellow…
Lakeland Regional Health New Kathleen Campus is OPEN!
Located off of I-4 and Kathleen Road, this brand-new location offers individualized care, just for YOU.…
Stunning Lakeland Home Sells for $1.25M: A Luxurious Living Experience
A stunning 1-story house near Lakeland, Florida recently sold for an impressive $1,250,000 on October 31st. Located at…
Is Southwest, Frontier, Jet Blue, or Allegiant coming to Lakeland?
It’s confirmed that a commercial carrier discussing with city and airport officials the POSSIBILITY of adding…
Remembering Vilna: The Holocaust and the Art of Samuel Bak at the Polk Museum of Art
Join Executive Director Dr. Alex Rich as he takes visitors through the exhibition, Remembering Vilna: The…
Community Helpers Day
Lakeland Electric Bobby Shield, a Substation Engineer, engaging with a lively bunch of kindergarteners at Lincoln…
First Friday: Dancing Under the Stars
First Friday’s USO Dancing Under the Stars: A Salute to Our Armed Forces, presented by Just…
Momma Knows Best: An Act of Liberation and Freedom
By Momma Ashley Rose – This article was published In the Watermark As LGBTQ+ History Month comes…
Family-owned distillery brings hand-crafted rums to Lakeland
Lugo’s Craft Distillery is a family-owned and operated distillery located in Lakeland. “We make handcrafted rums that…
Trick-or-Treating at Lakeland Regional Health pediatrics unit
Lakeland Police Department had a great time with the Lakeland Fire Department and the nursing staff…
LAKELAND CHRISTMAS PARADE MODIFIED PARADE ROUTE AGAIN DUE TO CONSTRUCTION
The Lakeland Christmas Parade is a time-honored tradition, enjoyed by the community for generations. The parade…
7 Days of Giving – LFD is partnering with SPCA Florida
7 Days of Giving | Let’s work together to make tails wag this holiday season! Beginning…
Join RideSafe @ Bonnet Springs: Promoting Bike Safety and Free Helmet Distribution!
Attention all cycling enthusiasts and safety-conscious riders! This coming weekend, get ready for an exciting event…
What an incredible turnout at CycleMania 2023!
What an incredible turnout at CycleMania 2023! A big thank you to all who joined the…
Rocky Horror at the Polk photos
Click here to see other photos 2023 Click here to see Rocky Horror 2022 Rocky Horror…
COPS FOR KIDS REGISTRATIONS BEGIN NOVEMBER 2ND
The Lakeland Police Department will be accepting applications for the 2023 Cops for Kids Toy Donation…
Come to Rocky Horror Picture Show Friday night and get your photo taken you could be on the front page on Saturday
Since Sept. 26, 1975, people across the planet have been doing the Time Warp again, again…
McDonald’s to Reopen in Mulberry
McDonald’s, the franchise mega chain par excellence, has had a footprint here in Western Central Florida…
The Missing Piece Theatre Company Presents “Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery”
The Missing Piece Theatre will present Ken Ludwig’s Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery this month and…
Lakeland drivers frustrated over Pipkin Road construction
Drivers in Lakeland are frustrated over the ongoing construction on West Pipkin Road. The widening project…
Bonnet Springs Park One Year Birthday Bash Photos
Bonnet Springs Park One Year Birthday Bash last weekend! We can’t even describe how much fun we…
Join the Halloween Fun at the Pumpkin Dash 5K!
Get ready to lace up your running shoes and don your most creative costumes for the…
Wings ‘n Things STEM event photos
Over the weekend, the Aerospace Center for Excellence on the SUN ‘n FUN campus held its…