As construction begins on two west Lakeland paths, city leaders say a railroad bottleneck still blocks safe access to Bonnet Springs Park.
Tag: Bonnet Springs Park
Posted inBriefs
Grandfather Oak at Bonnet Springs Splits
At around 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 13, the live oak known as the “Grandfather Oak” at Bonnet Springs Park developed a split down its main trunk causing a large portion of the iconic tree to fall.
Posted inBriefs
Watermelon Festival Saturday, May 2, at Florida Children’s Museum
Florida Children’s Museum will celebrate the rich tradition of watermelon farming in Central Florida at Watermelon Festival this Saturday, May 2.
Posted inEvents
More Than a Flower Market: Bloom at BSP Showcases Lakeland Creatives Alongside Florals and Workshops
The event at Bonnet Springs Park on April 11 and 12 will feature floral installments, garden tours, live music, and hands-on activities.
Posted inRecreation
Bonnet Springs Park Cancels ‘Light Up BSP’ in 2025 to Address Traffic Impact
A $1.5 million grant from the Legislature will help create 375 new parking spaces at the privately funded Lakeland park.
Posted inEnvironment
‘Super Cool’ Project Turns Lake Bonnet’s Algae into Jet Fuel
City officials hope innovative tech will help clean Lakeland’s lakes.
Posted inTransportation
New York Ave. May Get a $9.2 Million Overpass. Will It Be Used?
Construction of a pedestrian bridge is scheduled to begin in March after 15 years of planning.
Posted inFamily
Bonnet Springs Named Best Park in National Poll
USA Today readers lauded Lakeland’s 2-year-old green gem.
Posted inTransportation
Five Points Roundabout Has Opened, Removing a Previous Bottleneck
The project will quicken the trip between Lake Beulah and George Jenkins Boulevard/Bonnet Springs Park.
Posted inCity Hall / Local Gov't
City Commission Embraces Vision for Lakeland’s ‘Downtown West’
At least a dozen projects are underway and more are planned to transform Lakeland’s west side.
