Lakeland’s $26.3 million project will bring wider sidewalks, improved crossings and a permanent three-lane design to Dixieland.
Tag: Dixieland
Lakeland’s Squeeze Shuttle Is Going Uber-Style
The free downtown circulator will shift to app-based, on-demand rides Oct. 1, including long-awaited Dixieland service.
Dixieland’s Alleys Move to Center Stage in New CRA Vision
Residents asked for safer crossings, slower traffic, better sidewalks, and more walkable connections.
After Months of Anticipation, Wingnutz Opens in Dixieland Thursday, May 14
Bartow native Pat Spinosa wants the Buffalo staple coming to the former Good Thyme location to keep Lakelanders in town with good wings and football.
Continuing Bent’s Legacy: Lakeland Bicycle Co. Opens in Dixieland
Less than a quarter mile from the former Bent’s Cycling, Zachary Kulp’s new shop builds on more than 60 years of tradition.
‘Restore the Core’ Continues Meetings To Gather Feedback on Midtown and Downtown Plans
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.
After Years of Barriers, Lakeland’s Road Diet Moves Forward
Construction is expected to begin in spring 2027.
Cob & Pen Extends Hours to Offer Weekday Lunch
Good Thyme’s chicken sandwich, Greek and Cob salads, dip trio, and other favorites are now at Cob & Pen.
Help Shape the Future of Downtown, Midtown and Dixieland at Nov. 6 Event
Open house at the RP Funding Center will kick off Lakeland CRA’s yearlong ‘Restore the Core’ initiative.
Free ‘Squeeze’ Shuttles Could Be Rolling Through Dixieland By December
Dixieland business owners sent Citrus Connection a letter asking it to expand the popular service.

