The Lakeland Community Redevelopment Agency will host stakeholder meetings on March 24 and April 2 to share updated plans for the city’s central districts.
Category: Downtown
Downtown Lakeland Enters New Chapter as Three Apartment Properties Go Up for Sale
Once risky, Lake Mirror Tower, NoBay and The Gardens are now being marketed as reliable, high-occupancy assets.
Last Friday’s Downtown Blackout Disrupts Lakeland Community Theatre Performance
A blackout that affected most of downtown Lakeland paused the production of “Jesus Christ Superstar” on Friday, Feb. 20
Grievous Angel Restaurant Soft Opens in Downtown Lakeland
The new downtown spot serves smash burgers and casual dining in a transformed space.
Spotted in Munn Park: Cornhole
Lakeland staff rolled out a low-cost park upgrade without saying a word. So far, it’s been a ‘home run.’
Black & Brew Coffee House & Bistro Opens at Lakeland Regional Health
The fourth Lakeland location opened Jan. 2, just in time to celebrate 20 years in business.
Squeeze to Pilot New Vehicles on NYE
The Squeeze will offer rides in all-electric and enclosed GEM e6 shuttles until 2 a.m. on New Years Eve.
Santa and His Reindeer Were Delayed This Year, and Lakelanders Had Questions
The light display on top of the Lakeland Electric building wasn’t installed until Dec. 17 due to necessary roof repairs.
Lakeland Pulls Plug on Stalled Oak Street Project — Keeps $205,000
Tampa-based developer asked city for additional $10 million to build apartments, shopping and parking project.
Over 50,000 People Gather for Lakeland’s 44th Annual Christmas Parade
Crowds filled downtown as floats, bands, and performers — culminating with Santa and Mrs. Claus — brought holiday spirit to the streets.

