Gavin Gatere, a Lakeland resident and standout student-athlete at Memphis University School, has been crowned the 2025 TSSAA Division II AA State Decathlon Champion, earning an impressive 6,981 points—placing him among the top five high school decathletes in the nation. Gavin’s journey to the top of the podium is nothing short of extraordinary. A product […]
City of Lakeland considers land donation and reduced lot count in major subdivision. The City of Lakeland may soon see a notable shift in one of its larger residential developments. During a meeting on Thursday, May 8, the Municipal Planning and Design Review Committee reviewed a new proposal from developer Louis Ricci of Lakeland Meadows […]
A new destination for cigar enthusiasts and cocktail lovers has arrived in Lakeland with the opening of Blue Flame Cigar & Bar Lounge. Located next to Howard’s Donuts on Highway 64 in Suites 102 and 103, the lounge offers a full selection of premium cigars alongside a complete bar, creating what its owners call an […]
Relief may be on the way for drivers navigating one of Lakeland’s most dangerous intersections. A traffic light could soon be installed at Evergreen Road North and Highway 70, a crossing that residents have long considered hazardous. The intersection, located near hills on both sides of Highway 70, creates blind spots for drivers trying to […]
The City of Lakeland is proud to join communities across North America in celebrating National Public Works Week, taking place this year from May 18–24, 2025. This annual event, sponsored by the American Public Works Association (APWA) since 1960, recognizes the vital contributions of public works professionals who keep our cities running smoothly—often behind the […]
The City of Lakeland is proud to join communities across North America in celebrating National Public Works Week, taking place this year from May 18–24, 2025. This annual event, sponsored by the American Public Works Association (APWA) since 1960, recognizes the vital contributions of public works professionals who keep our cities running smoothly—often behind the […]
The City of Lakeland Board of Commissioners (BOC) has invited the public to join them for a special National Day of Prayer observance on Thursday, May 1, at 10:00 a.m. The event will take place at the I.H. Managerial Clubhouse, located at 4523 Canada Road. The annual gathering brings together community members, local pastors, and […]
The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce will meet on April 23rd for their monthly networking meeting. This luncheon brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs, and community members for an energizing event. Kevin Woods, owner of Bee 901 Co., will headline the gathering as the featured speaker. Known for his passion for local enterprise and community impact, Woods […]
Travelers passing through Memphis International Airport this year will have the chance to see the creative talents of local students on full display. Beginning in May, artwork from the Lakeland Prep Visual Arts Department will be showcased in the airport’s main terminal as part of the annual “Arts in the Airport” competition. Four high school […]
Travelers passing through Memphis International Airport this year will have the chance to see the creative talents of local students on full display. Beginning in May, artwork from the Lakeland Prep Visual Arts Department will be showcased in the airport’s main terminal as part of the annual “Arts in the Airport” competition. Four high school […]
