Connor Jacobson

Connor Jacobson

Senior Newsletter Editor

Connor is a lifelong Floridian based in Lakeland who joined LALtoday in 2022. A Southeastern University alum, her background is in marketing and writing. When she’s not bringing you Lakeland’s top stories, you can find her shopping at the downtown farmers market, searching local coffee shops for the best hazelnut latte, or performing comedy shows with Swan City Improv.

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Business
New storefronts coming to Unfiltered Lakeland
Check out these local small businesses opening storefronts at the new coffee shop and artisan marketplace.
October 27, 2022
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Rebecca and Dwight MacPherson, owners of Hocus Pocus Comics
Culture
Hocus Pocus Comics releases new books
Meet Dwight and Rebecca MacPherson, comic book creators from Lakeland, FL.
October 25, 2022
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A cat snuggled on the rug at Purrology Cat Cafe
Culture
Purrology Cat Cafe in Lakeland, FL
Grab a coffee and meet adoptable cats at Lakeland’s first cat cafe.
October 21, 2022
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Sign outside the Silvermoon Drive-In movie theater in Lakeland, FL
Culture
Where to see Halloween movies in Lakeland, FL
Visit these events + theaters to see a spooky show this season.
October 19, 2022
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Travel and Outdoors
Other places named Lakeland around the world
Venture beyond Swan City to visit one of these other places named Lakeland all over the globe.
October 17, 2022
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Ducks and birds on grass in foreground with Lake Mirror and Lakeland skyline
Real Estate
Fall predictions for Lakeland real estate
Real estate experts explain what Lakeland home buyers should know and predict whether we’ll see prices continue to rise in 2022.
October 13, 2022
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Exterior shot of J Burns' pizza shop
Food
Lakeland, FL restaurants from A to Z
Eat your way through the alphabet with this list of our readers’ favorite local restaurants starting with each letter.
October 11, 2022
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Gravesites and trees at Roselawn Cemetery in Lakeland, FL
Culture
Historic cemetery tour in Lakeland, FL
Learn more about Lakeland history by touring its cemeteries.
October 7, 2022
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A man wearing German lederhosen and a hat holds a beer stein and turkey leg
Food
Oktoberfest events in Lakeland, FL
Celebrate German culture, food, and beer at one of these upcoming events.
October 5, 2022
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Exterior view of a Lakeland Fire Department station sign and building
History
History of the Lakeland Fire Department
Learn how the department got its start over 100 years ago when Lakeland first began.
September 21, 2022
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Hand holding a pumpkin cookie from Twisted Sugar in Lakeland, FL
Food
Your favorite pumpkin products
Let us know your favorite pumpkin spice products from around Lakeland.
September 19, 2022
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A glass cup with a fall iced coffee drink and a wrapped muffin on a white plate at Pressed coffee shop in Lakeland, FL
Food
New fall drinks at Pressed in Lakeland, FL
Try one of these new seasonal sips on your next visit to Pressed Books & Coffee this fall.
September 13, 2022
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A gif of a digital puzzle of Lake Morton in Lakeland, FL being completed
Culture
Solve this Lake Morton puzzle
How fast can you complete this picture of Lake Morton in Lakeland, FL?
September 7, 2022
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A wide shot of the Crenshaw Canopy Walk at Bonnet Springs Park.
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Culture
September is Library Card Sign-up Month
Celebrate Library Card Sign-up Month at Lakeland, FL’s local libraries.
September 2, 2022
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An aerial view of the South Lake Morton neighborhood, featuring a large lake surrounded by a street, homes, and a church
Real Estate
Neighborhood Guide: South Lake Morton
From a swan-filled lake to mid-century modern architecture, see why South Lake Morton was named one of Lakeland’s top neighborhoods.
September 2, 2022
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Two Instagram posts of a cat in front of Joseph Reynolds Hall at Florida Southern College in Lakeland, FL.
Culture
Florida Southern College Campus Cat Club
Meet the cats of Florida Southern College and the people who look out for them in Lakeland, FL.
August 30, 2022
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Lake Mirror at sunset in Lakeland, FL
Culture
Introducing: LALtoday Neighborhood Guides
In order to give you the inside scoop on all of LAL’s amazing communities, we’re asking you to tell us what neighborhoods to cover.
August 26, 2022
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Screenshot of a digital puzzle of a picture of Lake Mirror in Lakeland, FL.
Culture
Solve this Lake Mirror puzzle
How fast can you complete this picture of Lake Mirror in Lakeland, FL?
August 26, 2022
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City
Results of the 2022 Florida primary elections in Lakeland, FL
Learn the winners of local + state offices, plus those moving on to runoffs in the General Election.
August 24, 2022
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Skyline over Lake Mirror at night
Culture
The most local events
Curated calendar for new openings, tours, exhibits, and foodie events.
August 24, 2022
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Culture
11 questions with Swan City Improv founder Nate Fleming
August 10, 2022
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City
Public libraries in Lakeland, FL
It’s time to hit the stacks and find your new favorite read.
August 8, 2022
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Culture
Back-to-school shopping in Lakeland, FL
August 4, 2022
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City
Guide to 2022 school board elections in Lakeland, FL
July 21, 2022
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New to Lakeland
Lakeland Linder International Airport drives $1 billion economic impact
Dive into the airport’s contributions to the economy by the numbers — and could passenger service be on the horizon?
July 11, 2022
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City
Street redesign proposals for South Florida Avenue’s Dixieland area
Lakeland city commissioners reviewed 10 design options for the one-mile stretch of roadway between Lime Street and Ariana Street.
July 5, 2022
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City
8 questions with Director of Community & Economic Development Brian Rewis
June 27, 2022
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Clear waters in the Weeki Wachee River surrounded by trees on the banks
Culture
Hit the Road: An outdoor adventure to Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
June 13, 2022
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