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Category: Recreation

The Simpson Park Pool liner has bubbled to the surface, creating a danger for swimmers. The pool is closed for at least the next three weeks.
Posted inRecreation

Simpson Park Pool to Remain Closed for at Least Three More Weeks

by Kimberly C. Moore June 21, 2024June 21, 2024

The bubble in the pool’s liner is worse and is floating atop the surface.

Simpson Park Pool
Posted inPublic Safety, Recreation

Simpson Park Pool Closed For Major Repair

by Kimberly C. Moore June 14, 2024June 14, 2024

A large bubble in a vinyl liner is creating a safety hazard

One of two laurel oaks with trunk damage and dying limbs along Lake Hollingsworth Drive's west side.
Posted inNeighborhoods, Public Safety, Recreation

Timber! Two Decaying Trees to Come Down Near Lake Hollingsworth

by Kimberly C. Moore May 28, 2024May 28, 2024

Work will begin June 10 and take several days.

Members of the Youth Council address the Lakeland City Commission to ask for teen nighttime activities at area parks.
Posted inCity Hall, Recreation, Schools

Lakeland Youth Council Asks For Nighttime Activities

by Kimberly C. Moore May 21, 2024May 22, 2024

Students from Lakeland-area schools have been brainstorming since September on recommendations.

Posted inCity Hall, Downtown, Recreation

Lakeland Chooses ‘Simple and Elegant’ Design for Munn Park

by Cindy Glover May 15, 2024May 15, 2024

The design includes a pavilion, splash pad and public restrooms.

An aerial view of Simpson Park, which has a recreation center, swimming pool, baseball field, basketball courts and a multi-use field.
Posted inCity Hall, Recreation

Shortage of Ball Fields a ‘Great Concern’ For Lakeland Leaders

by Kimberly C. Moore May 14, 2024May 20, 2024

Lakeland only has half the recommended multipurpose ball fields for a city of its size.

Posted inCity Hall, Recreation

Lakeland Receives Its Largest-Ever Land Donation With Gift of Holloway Park

by Cindy Glover April 2, 2024April 4, 2024

The 379-acre park, valued at $12.9 million, is the legacy of Mary Ann and Ed Holloway.

Children play in the Barnett Family Park Playground.
Posted inCity Hall, Recreation

Barnett Family Park Playground Is Slated to Get a $303,000 Facelift

by Kimberly C. Moore March 29, 2024March 29, 2024

A generation of young Lakelanders has grown up playing on the playground, which is 20 years old this year.

Posted inPublic Safety, Recreation, Transportation

Lakeland’s Growing Network of Sidewalks and Trails Helps It Earn ‘Runner Friendly Community’ Status

by Cindy Glover March 12, 2024March 13, 2024

Lakeland currently has over 340 miles of sidewalks and almost 30 miles of trails — with more on the way.

Light Up Bonnet Springs Park runs every evening from 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m.
Posted inDowntown, Events, Family, Recreation

Bonnet Springs Park Transforms Into Sparkly Wonderland

by Kimberly C. Moore December 21, 2023December 21, 2023

Special evening events are planned through New Year’s Eve.

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