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2 more Polk County food vendors fall short of standards. Four are perfect. See the reports
Two more Polk County restaurants fell short of standards during inspections recently, according to state reports for May 13-19. One of the restaurants was inspected on May 10, but its report didn’t appear in the state database until later. Among the two restaurants that fell short, there were eight...
Ambassadors of sunshine: An excerpt from Anne Hull’s ‘Through the Groves’
The magnitude of the groves always took visitors by surprise. Especially in March and April, when the orange blossoms turned the Ridge into an open-air perfume counter. But to drive 900 miles in a salt-caked vehicle just to see an orange?. They clogged the highways getting down to us. There...
Almost Famous Hospitality Group Opening Two Polk County Restaurants
The second location for the Polk County-born brand Lovebird Almost Famous Chicken is in the works, CEO of Almost Famous Hospitality Group Jeremy Brumley told FFBW. Lovebird has been open in Lakeland for three years, and the next location is opening in Winter Haven.
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library: Free Books for Kids 5 & Under
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth until age 5. Find out how you can sign your child up to receive brand new, free books and encourage a love for reading!. Dolly Parton started the Imagination Library in...
Savor Downtown Delights at Lakeland's Tasty Tuesdays
🍽️ Calling all foodies! Mark your calendars for an epicurean adventure through the heart of Downtown Lakeland. "Tasty Tuesdays" is the culinary event you won't want to miss, promising a night filled with delightful flavors and local charm.
Mitchell’s Coffee House Has New Owners
Mitchell Harvey sold the popular Mitchell’s Coffee House to Lakeland residents Mark and Saundra Biddinger last week. What it means to you: Saundra Biddinger, 51, will run the shop. It will continue to bear Mitchell’s name, serve breakfast and lunch, and host special evening events. Biddinger wants Lakelanders to be assured that she does not plan to change the menu or staff. You’ll still be able to get your chicken salad sandwiches, soup of the day and Cocoa Cola Cake.
New Charcuterie Cafe and Coffee Shop Open in South Lakeland
The Shoppes at Hallam is getting a boost in traffic from two new eateries that are almost next door to each other:. Sabrina’s Delicacies at 4610 Cleveland Heights Blvd. is opening today. The charcuterie cafe will be open Tuesday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Pour Bear...
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