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Unexpected Visit from HGTV Stars Brightens Grand Opening Week for Hope House
Ahouse that was best known as a funeral parlor in an iconic 90s movie is officially starting its journey as a home where prolific life transformation takes place—and modern day TV stars paid an unexpected visit to the charmingly remodeled home this week. Friday marks the grand opening of...
Lakeland’s Newest Hotspot is a Speakeasy Called ‘La Gran Muralla’
This month, more than 100,000 Lakelanders turned to LkldNow for the local news they need. To keep our tiny but mighty team reporting, we need to raise $5,000 by the end of August. Your gift of $5, $100, or anything in between makes a difference. Every bit helps us keep...
Save The Date: There’s a Popular Event Coming November 2
Attention yard salers, bargain hunters, and those who love to thrift: get your rest now.  Before you know it, November 2 will be here, and with it, the widely anticipated 17th Annual 39- Mile Scenic Highway Yard Sale. The route will run from Frostproof to Haines City along...
Have you ever met Publix’s mascot? Here’s what he’s all about
The popular Florida-born grocery chain Publix has been around for nearly a century, with founder George Jenkins opening the first store in downtown Winter Haven. Since then, the chain has gone through several changes, though a lesser-known feature of Publix is its mascot: Plato. “Plato the Publixaurus” was introduced over...
Flick & Float At Lake Wales Family Recreation Center August 24
The Lake Wales Family Recreation Center is hosting Flick & Float, a movie experience that can be enjoyed from either the pool or the pool deck, on Saturday, August 24. This month’s movie is “Wish.” The festivities will begin at 7 PM, we kids will get the chance to participate in full site activities and win prizes.
Unveiling the Legend: Billy O’Berry’s Record-Breaking 17 lbs Largemouth Bass and Florida’s Fishing Paradise
Curious about one of Florida’s most legendary bass catches? Let me share the story of Billy O’Berry, who made history with his remarkable catch in 1986. This 17 lbs 4 oz largemouth bass, caught in a Polk County lake, remains a testament to Florida’s reputation as a bass fishing paradise.
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