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Reviving the Roots: FSC’s Century-Old Citrus Legacy Meets Tomorrow’s Agribusiness
Two campus groves are being replanted as part of a larger revitalization effort for Polk’s citrus industry.
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Midtown’s Next Chapter: From Fighting Blight to Guiding Growth
Long-term vision includes more homes near Lakeland Regional, a bigger future for Tigertown, and extending the Midtown CRA through 2056.
Data Center Moratorium Draws Crowd and Lakeland Revises Hearing Dates
In a City Commission meeting that lasted over four hours on July 6, commissioners received an update on the drafted ordinance that would enact a 12-month moratorium on data centers and large load customers.
Governor Touts Statewide Progress on Standardized Tests at Lakeland Press Conference
Polk scores have consistently lagged behind the state average by about 10 points but show a parallel upward trajectory.
City Releases Proposed Data Center Moratorium Ordinance
A public hearing on the ordinance will be held on Monday, July 6, at 9 a.m.
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Red, White & Kaboom Turns 23
Lakeland’s annual Independence Day Eve celebration, on the shores of Lake Mirror, starts with music at 6 p.m., then fireworks at 9 p.m.
Meet Laura Putnam: Curator of Exhibitions at the AGB
The Lakeland art museum’s newest curatorial leader has been building to this role since 2013 and has big plans for the expanded museum.
DeSantis Vetoes Three of Lakeland’s Four Budget Requests
The city’s projects took a hit — but higher education, the Sixth District Court of Appeal, and local nonprofits secured millions.
Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital to Open July 8
Orlando Health and Watson Clinic have collaborated to open Lakeland’s first new hospital in over a century.
2026 Polk County Sports Awards Celebrate Athletic Achievement
More than 80 athletes and coaches and six teams were recognized at the 2026 Polk County All Sports Awards and Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
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