New sign outside Lakeland City Hall.

Lakeland BOC Reviewing Potential Government Restructuring

The Lakeland Board of Commissioners (BOC) is continuing its evaluation of a potential change to the city’s form of government, with further discussion scheduled...

Lakeland Chamber to Host April Luncheon

The Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its upcoming luncheon on April 22, 2026, welcoming guest speaker Ashley Jamieson of Collier Insurance. The...
Map of proposed location for Dutch Bros coffee.

Another Coffee Concept Proposed on Highway 64

A new drive-thru coffee shop may soon join the rapidly developing U.S. Highway 64 corridor, signaling continued commercial growth in one of the city’s...
Homes in Oakwood Grove neighborhood.

Chapel Lakes Development Advances, Still Needs Final Approval

A proposed residential development known as Chapel Lakes is continuing to move through the approval process, marking progress while still awaiting final action from...
Kellye Stelling, Location Leader with Isaiah 117 House, delivereing an inspiring presentation.

Community and Service Take Center Stage at Lakeland Chamber Meeting

The Lakeland Chamber of Commerce hosted its March Luncheon, bringing together local business leaders and community members for an engaging and well-attended event. Featured...

Lake District Hotel Plan Signals Renewed Growth

A new hotel project at The Lake District is offering fresh indications that the long-anticipated mixed-use development in Lakeland may be regaining momentum. At its...

Car Wash Project on Highway 64 No Longer Moving Forward

The Lakeland Municipal Planning & Design Review Commission addressed several development-related items during its regular meeting Thursday, March 12, at Lakeland City Hall. Among the...

Lakeland Chamber Honors Community Leaders at Annual Awards Luncheon

The Lakeland Area Chamber of Commerce brought the community together this week for its annual Awards Luncheon, celebrating leadership, service, and excellence across Lakeland....