LAKELAND, FL (January 23, 2026) | The City of Lakeland will begin milling and resurfacing several collector streets as part of its roadway preventative maintenance program on Monday, February 9th, 2026. The work will involve removing approximately 1.5 inches of existing asphalt (milling) and replacing it with 1.5 inches of new asphalt. This milling process is a standard practice that helps maintain consistent driveway and ADA ramp elevations, preventing the need for adjustments due to changes in pavement height. Below are the start and completion dates for each project. Please note that weather conditions and equipment issues may cause slight delays.
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LAKELAND, FL (January 16, 2026) – The City of Lakeland Water Utilities Department will begin the next phase of the Western Trunk Gravity Sewer Line Project on Monday, January 19, 2026. This work will temporarily impact traffic along a portion of Josephine Street. This essential infrastructure improvement project is part of the City’s ongoing efforts to enhance wastewater capacity, improve public safety, and ensure long-term service reliability for the community.
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LAKELAND, FL (January 14, 2026) | The City of Lakeland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department will be performing a safety trim of the Lovers’ Oak on Thursday and Friday, January 15-16, 2026, in the 700 block of Success Avenue.
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LAKELAND, FL (January 13, 2026) | The City of Lakeland Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department announces that the Coleman-Bush Building will be temporarily closed for scheduled maintenance from Monday, January 20, through Saturday, January 25.
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LAKELAND, FL (January 9, 2026) - The City of Lakeland is proud to announce the 48th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade, taking place on Saturday, January 17, 2026, beginning at 1:00 p.m. This year’s theme, “A Legacy of Strength, A Future of Actions,” will unite the community in honoring the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his message of equality, service, and unity.
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LAKELAND, FL (January 5, 2026) - On Sunday, January 4, 2026, at approximately 7:26 p.m., officers responded to a traffic crash in the 4100 block of West Pipkin Road. Just prior to the crash, a white Honda SUV was traveling eastbound in the westbound inside lane of West Pipkin Road. At the same time, a grey Honda Accord was traveling west in the inside westbound lane of travel ...
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LAKELAND, FL (December 3, 2025) | The City of Lakeland is thrilled to announce the Silver Jubilee Plant Sale to celebrate the 25-year anniversary of Hollis Garden. The plant sale will take place at Hollis Garden on Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This FREE event will feature three specialty vendors offering a variety of plants, to include bromeliad ...
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LAKELAND, FL (December 3, 2025) | The City of Lakeland is excited to celebrate the 11th Anniversary of the Holly Jolly Jingle Bell Jog on Saturday, December 13, 2025. This beloved holiday 5K race, now a decade-old tradition, will take place along the Three Parks Trail, with a 7:30 a.m. start. Runners and spectators alike are encouraged to don their most festive holiday attire as they participate in this chip-timed event.
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LAKELAND, FL (December 2, 2025) | The magic of the holiday season returns as the City of Lakeland proudly presents the 45th Annual Snowfest, one of our community’s most beloved winter traditions. Join us on Saturday, December 6, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Frances Langford Promenade at Lake Mirror for an evening packed with snow, sparkle, and holiday cheer.
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LAKELAND, FL (December 2, 2025) | The City of Lakeland is advising the public that although the emergency sewer repair in the 1400 block of George Jenkins Boulevard has been completed, FDOT requires the City to mill and resurface the two eastbound lanes for 50 feet on each side of the excavation. This work will begin on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, will take approximately two days, and will require reinstating the same eastbound lane closure used during the repair. A few weeks after resurfacing is complete, crews will return and implement the same lane closure for a few hours to install new thermoplastic striping.
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