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LAKELAND, FL (October 1, 2025) - Easton Drive, from Fairmount Avenue to Buckingham Avenue, will be repaved with asphalt due to safety issues caused by repeated washouts of the existing brick street during heavy rainfall. These washouts have occurred multiple times, undermining the brick foundation and creating hazardous conditions for motorists.

UPDATE:  APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED DUE TO OVERWHELMING RESPONSE.  Thank you!     LAKELAND, FL (October 2, 2025) – On Monday, October 6, 2025, the Lakeland Police Department will begin accepting applications for 911 Emergency Communicators. The jobposting will go live at 8:00 a.m. and will remain open to the first 50 qualified applicants. No Experience Required - All tra ...

LAKELAND, FL (September 29, 2025) | Beginning October 13, 2025, Lakeland Linder International Airport (LAL) will introduce upgraded parking options designed to make traveling easier and more convenient, while keeping rates affordable for passengers and visitors. Premium general parking will be available for just $9 per day (plus taxes and fees). For those who prefer a no-cost option, the grass overflow lot will remain free. Travelers and visitors will also enjoy the first four hours of parking free of charge, ensuring flexibility for short visits, pick-ups, and drop-offs.

LAKELAND, FL (September 11, 2025) | The City of Lakeland Parks Division will kick off the 45th Annual Swan Roundup at 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 28, 2025, on Lake Morton. Staff from the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department will gather the swans by boat to prepare them for their annual veterinary wellness check.

LAKELAND, FL (September 10, 2025) | The Detroit Tigers and the City of Lakeland are proud to announce the groundbreaking of the Detroit Tigers Player Development Academy, a cutting-edge residential and training facility designed to elevate the organization’s player development efforts and invigorate its culture of excellence. The ceremony will take place on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, at 10 a.m. at Tigertown, 2301 Lakeland Hills Boulevard, Lakeland, FL.

LAKELAND, FL (September 9, 2025) | The City of Lakeland, in partnership with the Lakeland Historic Preservation Board, Historic Lakeland, Inc., and Florida Southern College, is proud to announce the 16^TH Biennial Historic Home Workshop, taking place Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Ordway Building, Florida Southern College (1049 Frank Lloyd Wright Way, Lakeland, FL 33801).

LAKELAND, FL (September 4, 2025) | Get ready to set sail (or sink!) at the 20th Annual Cardboard Boat Challenge & Lakes Festival, happening Saturday, October 11, 2025, at the Lake Hollingsworth Boat Ramp (920 Lake Hollingsworth Drive). Hosted by the Lakes Education/Action Drive and the City of Lakeland, this fun-filled event is designed to raise awareness and appreciation for our local lakes.

LAKELAND, FL (September 2, 2025) - The City of Lakeland has been awarded $368,852 in grant funding from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP) through the State Water Quality Assistance Grant (SWAG) Non-Point Source Program. The funds will support the Lake Mirror Inlet Basket Retrofit Nutrient Removal Project.

LAKELAND, FL (September 2, 2025) - The City of Lakeland has been awarded $994,401 through the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s (FDEP) Innovative Technology Grant Program to support the Nutrient Removal Innovative Technology Demonstration Project at Lake Morton.

LAKELAND, FL (August 27, 2025) | CSX is continuing vital infrastructure upgrades at several railroad crossings throughout Lakeland. These improvements are part of the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance safety and ensure the reliability of its rail network. The City of Lakeland was notified last night of additional crossing closures that will impact the downtown area.