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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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State Elevates Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center to Level I Trauma Center
Lakeland Regional becomes the 12th Level I center designated by the Department of Health. The trauma center, which cares for more than 4,400 patients annually, has been a provisional Level I facility since May 2025.
Tabletop & Togetherness: Lakeland’s Growing Gaming Scene
Lakeland has a growing community of tabletop gamers and an increasing number of hosted game nights at community centers, local libraries, churches, and living rooms.
Lakeland’s Trail Network Grows, But CSX Crossing Remains Key Barrier
As construction begins on two west Lakeland paths, city leaders say a railroad bottleneck still blocks safe access to Bonnet Springs Park.
Lakeland Celebrates Juneteenth with Festival and Community Events
While the federal holiday is observed June 19, Lakeland’s celebrations are spread over two weekends through the end of June.
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A Lakeland Church Sold for $1.4 Million and Will Become a Center for Teen Mothers
Faith-based nonprofit Hope House Florida is set to move into the former Faith Lutheran Church building in the Lake Hollingsworth neighborhood.
Kris Hallstrand Moves from Lakeland Linder to Aerospace Center for Excellence
As ACE and Sun ‘n Fun campus enter a period of growth, Hallstrand will oversee day-to-day operations, development, and construction.
RecRoom Brings Duckpin Bowling to Downtown Lakeland
With a smaller ball, shorter lanes, and squat pins, this compact version of the game is accessible for all ages.
Lakeland Takes First Step Toward Data Center Moratorium
Commissioners asked the city attorney to draft a 12-month pause on large-scale facilities, with votes expected in July.
Ballot Set for August Election
Qualifying for upcoming Polk County elections ended at noon on Friday, June 12.
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