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Great blogs in Lakeland

  I know what you’re thinking. Yes, YLakeland is a wonderful source of Lakeland information, but we’re not the only blog out there! Here are some other blogs to check out, all from people in the Polk County area. There are sports blogs, food blogs, Lakeland informational blogs and more! 1. The Poor Porker You [...]

First Fridays, BBQ, Fairs and Cows

First Fridays, BBQ, Fairs and Cows First Fridays, BBQ, Fairs and Cows Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

No, Evelyn Hollen, This Is The Proper Re...

No, Evelyn Hollen, This Is The Proper Response To Lincoln’s Ranking No, Evelyn Hollen, This Is The Proper Response To Lincoln’s Ranking Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

Now is the Time for Benefit Equality

Now is the Time for Benefit Equality Now is the Time for Benefit Equality Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

BackChannel Rerun: Pigfest Edition

BackChannel Rerun: Pigfest Edition BackChannel Rerun: Pigfest Edition Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

It’s Gonna Snow and I Gotta Crow

I GOTTA CROW ! Like Peter Pan, I get so excited, that… I GOTTA CROW ! COCK-A-DOODLE  MOOOO !  (that’s the Kindermusik way to CROW !)  COCK-A-DOODLE  BRRRRRR !!! THIS Sat. we celebrate the season:chilly winds, snowfalls, and ice skating with the best music for singing, dancing, and playing in the snow. WINTER WONDERLAND PLAYDATES THIS Sat. Jan. 28th...

Stylish Lakelander – Eliska Poirier

Stylish Lakelander – Eliska Poirier Stylish Lakelander – Eliska Poirier Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

It’s that time again! Pigfest 2012

  Get ready for the best barbeque you’ve ever tasted, because the Pigfest is fast approaching! The 16th annual Pigfest will start at 5:30 p.m. on Jan. 27, and 10:00 a.m. on Jan. 28. There will be a total of 150 teams competing in the different barbecue competitions, according to the Ledger. The Kingsford Professional [...]

State’s School Rankings are BS. Refute i...

State’s School Rankings are BS. Refute it. State’s School Rankings are BS. Refute it. Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

Lakeland Florida 16th Annual Pigfest ...

Lakeland Florida 16th Annual Pigfest - Tiger Town Sport Complex - January 27-28 2012 Where can you get the best barbecue around this time of the year? Lakeland Florida’s Annual Pigfest is the place to be.  Not just best barbecue, best entertainment, and best playground for kids, best for all kinds of food. Best part, it is free! Since 1997 Lakeland Florida has been the host to an...

Arts in AgriCulture to Happen April 28

In celebration of Polk County’s long and rich agricultural history and Earth Month, Platform Art, Inc. is hosting their 19th art party Art in AgriCulture April 28 in downtown Lakeland from 7 to 11 p.m. Platform Art parties are famous in Lakeland for bringing together various forms of art to one location. Visual art, short films, sound, and performance pieces focusing on Polk...

Top Notch Consignment: for the thrifty f...

Line up, ladies, because there’s a new consignment shop in town, and it offers great clothes and accessories at fair prices. Top Notch Consignment has actually been open in Lakeland since 2004, but it just recently switched locations. Now at 205 E. McDonald Street, Top Notch Consignment offers woman’s clothing, purses, watches, belts, jewelery, shoes [...]

Find a path to your New Year goals!

  Well, the New Year rolled in, bringing along with it those dreaded fitness resolutions. Maybe you want to lose 10 pounds, maybe you want to build up some muscle, or maybe you just want to get out in the fresh Florida air more. Luckily, Lakeland has lots of opportunities to help us keep our [...]

All About Bees and Yellowjackets: Habits...

Some stinging insects including bees and yellowjackets are beneficial to our environment, but many people disagree because of the powerful punch that comes with their ability to sting. “There is a distinct difference between honeybees and yellowjackets and it is important for people to understand each species and their habits before they try to take the nest head on,” said Ron...

So your child likes Trains

Whoo! Whoo ! ALL Aboard !  Children LOVE things that go ! Some of us never grow out of it. I love train rides and long road trips that give us a chance to feel the wind in our hair, see new places and connect with our traveling friends. Trains are especially exciting for young...

The Not So Plain White Tee

The Not So Plain White Tee The Not So Plain White Tee Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

Partying on the Black 4th of July

Partying on the Black 4th of July Partying on the Black 4th of July Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

Gerry and Johnny and Lakeland

Gerry and Johnny and Lakeland Gerry and Johnny and Lakeland Get more Lakeland news and information at LakelandLocal.com

Beer, wine and shopping, oh my!

The Black Swan Bazaar is already a pretty amazing store. Its shelves are packed full of antique and consignment items, and it also sells handmade goods and jewelry from a variety of local artisans. And now, it plans to start serving wine and beer. The store, which is located on Kentucky Avenue downtown, is in [...]

Living In Lakeland Florida

Living in Lakeland Florida When it comes to moving to and living in Lakeland Florida, especially for parents of school age children, a move is a difficult decision to make. Parents are mostly concerned about schools, activities, and neighborhoods just to name a few.  Having raised two daughters of my own, I’ve heard them say, “Lakeland is boring”.  I’ll bet children say that...

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