Molly McHugh's Irish Pub
NightlifePull up a stool: Whether you're craving a proper pint or exploring whiskeys you can't quite pronounce, Molly McHugh's Irish Pub keeps it warm, friendly, and refreshingly unpretentious.
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Palace Pizza
RestaurantsYour next slice spot: Whether you crave a simple, old-school slice or one of their gourmet pies, Palace Pizza keeps Lakeland fed with classics and fun twists, plus calzones, strombolis, salads, and desserts.
The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art (The AGB) at Florida Southern College
Arts & CultureArt worth a second look: The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art brings together exhibitions ranging from classic works to contemporary art, with its collection spanning cultures and centuries.
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The five stories Lakeland readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.
‘Should’ve known better’: Florida deputy arrested for soliciting prostitution, sheriff says
An Orange County sheriff's deputy, Deputy Eric Raymond, has been arrested on charges of soliciting prostitution.
Full story at wfla.com ↗
Report: Property taxes outpacing home values in Florida metros
Three Florida metropolitan areas ranked among the nation's top 10 for property tax growth exceeding home value growth from 2022 to 2024, according to a ConsumerAffairs report.
Full story at thecentersquare.com ↗
Joby Begins Florida eVTOL Flights Under FAA Pilot Program
Joby Aviation has begun a weeklong series of piloted flights in Florida, part of the FAA's eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP).
Full story at aviationweek.com ↗
Publix Building $200M Expansion at Lakeland Logistics Campus
Publix Super Markets is planning a $200 million expansion of its primary distribution and logistics campus in West Lakeland, Florida.
Full story at connectcre.com ↗
Florida police unveil $148K flying patrol vehicle
The Florida Polytechnic University Police Department has introduced a $148K flying patrol vehicle, Astro, by Jetson, the company behind the Jetson ONE personal flying machine.
Full story at foxnews.com ↗
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