The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art (The AGB) is officially opening “Folklore & Fairytales: The…
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Florida Children’s Museum is hosting its 4th Annual Watermelon Festival this Saturday, May 2, 2026
Florida Children’s Museum is hosting its 4th Annual Watermelon Festival this Saturday, May 2, 2026. This…
Festival del Sanguich is set to take place tomorrow, Friday, April 24, 2026, at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium
The Festival del Sanguich is set to take place tomorrow, Friday, April 24, 2026, at Publix…
This Lakeland Playground Is a Colorful, All-Abilities Space Where Every Kid Can Play Together
The Joe L. and Karen L. Ruthven Playground at Veterans Park. It really is a standout…
The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Cultural Celebration is May 9, 2026, at Bonnet Springs Park
The Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Cultural Celebration is indeed scheduled for Saturday, May 9,…
Florida Southern College gathered in Annie Pfeiffer Chapel to honor Major Cody A. Khork
Yesterday, we gathered in Annie Pfeiffer Chapel to honor Major Cody A. Khork ’14, a proud…
5th Annual Lakeland Book Crawl April 23rd-25th
It’s that time again, Lakeland book lovers! Your indie bookstores are hosting the fifth annual Lakeland…
The inaugural Fuego Festival successfully transformed downtown Lakeland into a vibrant hub of Latin culture.
The inaugural Fuego Festival successfully transformed downtown Lakeland into a vibrant hub of Latin culture. If…
FDOT has several significant nighttime detours scheduled for the I-4 and SR 33 interchange in Lakeland starting this Monday
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has several significant nighttime detours scheduled for the I-4 and…
Lakeland CRA Launches Mural Passport to Celebrate Local Art and Drive Community Engagement
The Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) is proud to announce the launch of the Lakeland CRA…
A Portion of Azalea Court Scheduled to Close April 27
A portion of Azalea Court in Lakeland will close at 8 a.m. on Monday, April 27,…
Bloom at BSP Showcases
Bloom at BSP! This event has become a standout for Lakeland because it transforms the traditional…
2026 Annual Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony Set for May 7
The Fraternal Order of Police Polk County Lodge #46 and the Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial…
2026 Swan City Jazz Festival
The energy, the music, and the atmosphere were something special. From incredible live performances to great…
Polk Pride 2026
Across the country, the forecast for Pride has felt uncertain. Support has shifted. Visibility has wavered.…
Lakeland No Kings Rally Photos 3/28/2026
Photos by Elrod Images Over 400 people attended the North Lakeland Rally The “No Kings” movement has…
The 21st Annual Historic Home & Garden Tour is indeed returning this Saturday, March 28, 2026
The 21st Annual Historic Home & Garden Tour is indeed returning this Saturday, March 28, 2026.…
Reports from the NXT live event at the Lakeland Armory this past Friday, March 20, 2026, confirm that a multi-man tag team match was abruptly stopped following a scary situation involving two prominent stars
Reports from the NXT live event at the Lakeland Armory this past Friday, March 20, 2026,…
Forever Elvis ’73
An Elvis Presley Tribute featuring Dwight IcenhowerJoin us at the historic Polk Theatre where Elvis himself performed…
The appointment of a former school principal to lead a Lakeland art museum has created a domino effect for Polk County Public Schools
Kevin LeVine, the principal at Harrison School for the Arts in Lakeland since 2020, has shifted…
The Lakeland Senior Hub (LSH) is making significant strides toward becoming the city’s first dedicated, full-service senior center
The Lakeland Senior Hub (LSH) is making significant strides toward becoming the city’s first dedicated, full-service…
7 Polk County restaurants that stand the test of time – and taste
Polk County’s culinary identity is built on deep roots, with many institutions serving the community for…
Spring Obsession 2026
Calling All Spring & Garden Vendors! We’re excited to invite local makers, artists, plant enthusiasts, and…
Paul A. Diggs (1890–1963) was a prominent civic leader, pharmacist, and advocate who played a foundational role in Lakeland’s Black community
Paul A. Diggs (1890–1963) was a prominent civic leader, pharmacist, and advocate who played a foundational…
It’s a fascinating narrative of “family ties vs. political lines.”
While J.D. Vance serves as Vice President under the Trump administration, his cousin—a resident of Polk…
Last Friday, February 20, 2026, a significant power outage in downtown Lakeland provided a dramatic, unscripted twist for the Lakeland Community Theatre’s (LCT) production of “Jesus Christ Superstar.”
Instead of taking a final bow early, the cast and crew turned a technical failure into…
The long-awaited return of the Seed Library is finally here!
Starting next Wednesday, March 4th, you can visit the service desk at the Lakeland Public Library…
Baaa-maste Goat Yoga
Get ready for Goat Yoga in the peaceful gardens of Bonnet Springs Park! The Little Yogi…
Join us TUESDAY for Coffee with a Cop!
Stop by Starbucks at Lakeside Village on Tuesday, February 24th, from 9:00 AM-11:00 AM to meet…
Mulberry Cultural Center exhibition explores art off the canvas
A new Mulberry Cultural Center exhibition called “Surface Tension,” explores the use of non-traditional materials in art. “I…
This month, the LPD recognizes and honors the first 4 African American Officers
This month, the LPD recognizes and honors the first 4 African American Officers. Within our department,…
Lakeland’s black history: Dr. David J. Simpson first black physician in Lakeland
Lakeland’s black history, we wanted to give the spotlight to Dr. David J. Simpson. In the…
Harrison School for the Arts – Water For Elephants
Harrison School for the Arts is proud to present the spring musical – Water for Elephants. …
Lakeland’s new burger shop Grievous Angel
A much-anticipated Downtown Lakeland burger shop that hopes to reinvigorate a property with a troubled past…
Calling all car lovers!
Join Imperial Mustangs of Polk County for a fun-filled, family-friendly Car Show at Lakeside Village featuring…