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Rilee Delgado

Editorial Development Manager

Rilee moved to Lakeland, Florida from her hometown of Sioux Falls, South Dakota in 2016. In 2021, she joined 6AM City as a City Editor for LALtoday. Now, she supports 6AM’s growing markets as a Managing Editor. Rilee’s interests include reading, teaching yoga + pilates, and taking her dog for walks around Lake Hollingsworth.

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Experience
Rentable venues in Lakeland
Check out this list of local spots to host your next party, reunion, or reception.
August 13, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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City
Here’s what you need to have in your hurricane kit
It’s important to be prepared — here’s our list of hurricane season essentials.
August 11, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Events
Red, White & Kaboom returns: What you need to know
Fireworks, food trucks, live music, and more — here’s everything you need to know about this annual fireworks display on Lake Mirror.
June 30, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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City
Books written by authors with ties to Raleigh
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling fictional novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in Raleigh.
June 30, 2025
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Anne Weber
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Play
Wedding venues in Lexington
If wedding bells are in your future, check out these quintessentially Lexington wedding venues.
June 30, 2025
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Molly Thompson
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Food
Our favorite barbecue spots around Lakeland, Florida
Bring on the baked beans and cornbread, it’s time for BBQ.
June 20, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Travel and Outdoors
Beachy road trip destinations within three hours of Lakeland
We’re exploring a few of our reader recommendations for beachy road trips around Lakeland, Florida.
June 9, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Food
Satisfy your sweet tooth with these local desserts
When cravings hit, level up your dessert game at one of these local sweet shops and makers in Lakeland.
June 5, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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City
Preparing for hurricane season in Lakeland
Hurricane season officially begins on Sunday, June 1 and will run through Sunday, Nov. 30. We’ve rounded up everything you can do to be hurricane-ready in Lakeland.
May 30, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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City
Lakeland Family YMCA to undergo $21 million renovation
Meet the Bob Adams Family Community YMCA.
May 15, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Food
Get a taste of the sea at these Lakeland area restaurants
Whether you’re making dinner plans and craving lobster rolls or looking for your local fish market, check out this list of seafood eateries and distributors in and around Lakeland.
May 9, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Experience
Plan a vacation you’ll never forget at one of these unique stays in Polk County
Polk is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels — check out our favorites in and around Lakeland, Florida.
May 2, 2025
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Cambrie Juarez
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Culture
Local bookstore owners present the Lakeland Book Crawl
Finding our next read and supporting local independent book sellers? We’re in.
April 18, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Culture
Easter festivities happening around Lakeland in April
Make your month egg-cellent by taking in one of these Easter-themed events.
April 3, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
A sandwich, salad, and iced drink from Black and Brew
Experience
Dinner and a view: Where to dine outdoors in Lakeland
Make the most of good weather by taking your meals al fresco on one of Lakeland’s many beautiful patios.
March 21, 2025
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London Gibson
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Culture
We asked ChatGPT to roast Winston-Salem
And the AI chatbot didn’t hold back on the Twin city.
March 5, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Live
Fort Worthian 101: Our guide to becoming a Fort Worth resident
From how to register your car to finding your favorite taco shop, this overview will give you everything you need to know to get established as a Fort Worth resident.
March 4, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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City
30 happily ever after venues in Raleigh
From historic houses to kid’s museums, check out this list of local venues to host your special event in the City of Oaks.
March 3, 2025
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Cat George
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City
What’s the deal with the white pelicans?
Lakeland’s iconic bird mascot gets an annual visitor in the form of Canadian pelicans.
February 7, 2025
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Katelyn Lewis
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Experience
Date night ideas for every type of Lakelander
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in Swan City.
February 6, 2025
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Brianna Williams
WStoday: Businesses on Burke Street, Winston-Salem
Culture
Where to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Winston-Salem
Twin City has events for couples seeking romance, singles seeking singles, and friends seeking group outings — check out a few of our favorites.
February 4, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Events
Park, ride, and eat at the Florida State Fair
Our guide to the 2025 Florida State Fair wouldn’t be complete without your suggestions.
January 31, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Business
Rentable venues in Charlotte
Check out this list of local venues to host your next party, reunion, or reception.
January 23, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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City
How to run for office in Lakeland
Are you eligible to run for office in Lakeland? Learn how you can get started, as well as what positions are available this year, here.
January 23, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Welcome to our flock: A snowbird’s guide to Lakeland, FL
Between October and April, roughly one million adults move from northern states to temporary residences in Florida — are you one of them?
January 17, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Culture
TGIF: Spend a perfect weekend in Swan City
Night life, live performances, happy hours, and more — You can’t go wrong with a Lakeland weekend.
January 9, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Culture
Recycling your Christmas tree in Lakeland
As much as we wish they were a year-round decoration, they have to come down sometime.
January 3, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
Fireworks explode above Downtown San Jose.
Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in San Jose
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
January 2, 2025
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Rilee Delgado
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Arts
Books written by authors with ties to San Jose
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling fictional novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in San Jose.
January 2, 2025
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Nicole Calande
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Culture
Books written by authors with connections to Boston
Whether you’re looking for your next leisure read, a book for the whole family, or a thrilling fictional novel, we’ve got a list of books written by local authors in Boston.
January 2, 2025
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Jessica Burton
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