Your Local Source for Lakeland News

The Lakeland Gazette brings you the news that matters most to our community — from city government decisions and local business developments to education updates and public safety reports. We cover the stories that directly affect the people of Lakeland and Polk County.

Recent coverage includes the proposed 12-month utility moratorium that extends beyond Lakeland's municipal borders, the appointment of Joseph "Joe" Costine as Water Utilities Director by City Manager Shawn Sherrouse, and a major environmental construction initiative at Lake Morton. On the business side, Atlanta-based MDH Partners recently acquired three newly built industrial buildings at Lakeland Commerce Center for $67.7 million.

Whether it's breaking news, local sports, community events, or featured stories, the Lakeland Gazette is here to keep you informed about the place you call home.

Beyond hard news, the Lakeland Gazette features a wide range of community-focused content. Our coverage spans local sports teams including the Lakeland Magic, Lakeland Tropics, Swan City Roller Derby, Lakeland United FC, and spring training coverage of the Detroit Tigers. We also follow athletics at Florida Southern College, Southeastern University, and Polk State College.

Community features include restaurant reviews, movie reviews from Silver Moon Drive-In, recipes from Fred's Market, book reviews from inklings book shoppe, and spotlights on local organizations like Saving Paws Rescue of Florida, Lakeland Volunteers in Medicine, and the Lakeland Chamber of Commerce.