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Photos: Lakeland’s 2026 Black History Festival
Residents came together to celebrate Lakeland’s Black community and its pioneers at Jackson Park and the Coleman-Bush Building.
Avelo makes Lakeland a Main Hub with More Flights and More Planes
Avelo’s local expansion triggers airport’s new safety requirements and added staff.
Grievous Angel Soft Opens in Downtown Lakeland
The new downtown spot serves smash burgers and casual dining in a transformed space.
Detroit Tigers Begin 61st Preseason at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium
2026 Spring Training marks the team’s 90th campaign at TigerTown in Lakeland, the longest current relationship between a Major League Baseball team and a host city.
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Kathleen Residents Object to New Government Center
A Kathleen community meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 17, made it clear that residents feel deceived, disrespected, and disregarded by Polk County government.
Moffitt Announces Plans to Build an Outpatient Cancer Center in Lakeland
When open in 2029, the facility will offer cancer screenings, diagnostic imaging, blood draw and clinical labs, infusion services, medical oncology clinics, radiation therapy, and clinical trials.
Calling Northsiders: Register by Feb. 23 to Vote in March Special Election for the Florida House
District 51 will hold a special election on March 24 to fill a vacancy left when Josie Tomkow resigned in November.
City Drops Parking Buyback Clause in Mass Market Sales
Haus 820 owner said she couldn’t invest $1.1 million if the parking lot could be reclaimed with 12 months’ notice.
Lakeland Constituents Can Make Their Voices Heard During Canady’s Mobile Office Hours
Rep. Jennifer Canady and district staff will be available at the Lakeland Public Library on the third Wednesday of each month.
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A Key Wildlife Crossing Across I-4 Gets a Reprieve, For Now
But the property owner can appeal the decision and reapply in the future.
Lakeland Stayed Bronze for Bikeability. Here’s What Riders Say Needs to Change.
Lakeland is expanding trails, but reaching Silver will require safer routes for everyday riders.
After Years of Barriers, Lakeland’s Road Diet Moves Forward
Construction is expected to begin in spring 2027.
Flight to Honor Polk Mission 11 Accepting Applications
Veterans and community members are invited to apply to join the one-day visit to the nation’s war memorials on May 5, 2026.
Museum’s Nationwide Search Ends at Home: Daryl Ward Named Director of The AGB
After eight months as interim leader, the Polk County native will permanently head the Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art.
Jason Thomas Aylward Appointed Interim Lead of the Lakeland Symphony Orchestra
Aylward will serve as interim music director following Mark Thielen, who departed in 2025 after more than 40 seasons with the organization.
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