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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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Sports
Lakeland’s 89-year love story with the Tigers
Keep reading for our favorite local love story.
February 16, 2024
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Kaylee Holland
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Culture
Rilee’s favorite LALtoday moments
Rilee here — after nearly three years of covering Lakeland’s developments, restaurants, local businesses, and events, it’s time for something new. Let’s walk down memory lane together.
January 31, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Business
New and coming-soon businesses to Seattle
As Seattle continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
January 29, 2024
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Gabe Guarente
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City
What could downtown Lakeland look like in the future?
It’s been a year since the City of Lakeland unveiled plans for a Munn Park revitalization project, but that’s not all we’re watching. From dining to family activities, here are a few things that could change in downtown Lakeland.
January 29, 2024
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Culture
GVLtoday Valentine’s Day date guide
Whether you just started seeing each other, or you’ve been married for years, check out our GVLtoday Valentine’s Day date guide.
January 26, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Culture
These Portland area wedding venues take (and cut) the cake
Check out this list of local spots to host your special event.
January 25, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Catapult Lakeland
Small Business
Lakeland-based startups and small businesses we’re watching
We asked Catapult Lakeland President Christin Strawbridge what businesses we should keep our eyes on — from tech startups to small businesses in food, furniture, and fashion, here’s who we’re watching.
January 25, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Real Estate
What would you like to see in this historic building in downtown Lakeland?
The 16,650-sqft building previously home to a Ford dealership and antique store just hit the market — keep reading to learn more about the historic property and tell us what you’d like to see occupy it next.
January 23, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
Mural on side of Gaines Jewelers in Lakeland, FL
Retail
Not-so-hidden gems: Jewelers in Lakeland, FL
They say “all that glitters is not gold,” and that’s true — some of it is silver, platinum, and of course, diamond. Keep reading for Lakeland jewelry stores to shop from for your next anniversary, birthday, or holiday.
January 19, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
High-rises and buildings shine in the orange glow of a sunrise with trees a snowy mountain in the background.
City
New and coming-soon businesses to Portland
As Portland continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
January 17, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
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Business
Meet Lakeland’s titans of industry: The winners of the 5th Annual Lakeland Entrepreneur Awards
The annual award ceremony hosted by Catapult celebrates four individuals or businesses in the Lakeland community that have made an impact — keep reading to see who won at the Lakeland Entrepreneur Awards.
January 17, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Travel and Outdoors
Hit the Road: A 30-mile getaway to Ybor City
Whether you’re looking to learn more about this micro-city’s extensive history or hoping to try the perfect Cuban sandwich, here’s what you need to know about taking a day trip to Ybor City.
January 12, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Culture
24 reader questions for 2024 in Asheville
Ask your questions, and we’ll do our best to answer them throughout the year.
January 11, 2024
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Grace Powers
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Food
Where you can find buzz-free beverages, or mocktails, in Lakeland
Shaken or stirred? Either one works, as long as it’s zero-proof. Check out this list of alcohol-free cocktails — mocktails — in Swan City.
January 10, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Food
Restaurants to try within 30 minutes of Lakeland, FL
Looking for a night out, your new favorite eatery, or just something fresh? Check out these restaurants within a short drive of Swan City, recommended by our followers.
January 5, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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History
A brief history of Frank Lloyd Wright’s relationship with Florida Southern College
You probably recognize some of these silhouettes from Lakeland tea towels and keychains, but do you know the history of how they came to be?
January 4, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Retail
Start a new chapter at one of Lakeland’s charming bookstores
Used, antique, new, and locally-written — these are just a few types of reads that Lakeland bookstores specialize in from the north side to the south side of Swan City.
January 3, 2024
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Rilee Delgado
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Real Estate
The Zodiac signs as Boston neighborhoods
💫 Find out which local neighborhood you belong in, according to the stars.
January 1, 2024
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Jessica Burton
The boathouse at Bonnet Springs Park
Culture
A day in the life of an LALtoday City Editor
I asked you to choose my fate, and you did. Here’s how it turned out.
December 20, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Business
What’s new and coming soon to Nashville
As Nashville continues to grow, we’re keeping an eye on upcoming developments and recently opened businesses.
December 20, 2023
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Dylan Aycock
CBUStoday Westerville
Real Estate
Columbus neighborhoods if they were zodiac signs
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
December 20, 2023
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Mitch Hooper
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Culture
A guide to Lakeland, FL’s best giftable experiences
Some gifts don’t fit under the tree.
December 19, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Richmond
Here’s your guide to completing your New Year’s resolutions, whether you want to practice more self-care or get more involved with your city.
December 18, 2023
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Robin Schwartzkopf
Chattanooga
Culture
Your horoscope in Chattanooga neighborhoods
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
December 12, 2023
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Haley Bartlett
A brick home with white columns and a white top tier on a green lawn.
Real Estate
Hot homes: Lakeland’s million-dollar market
Happy house hunting, Lakeland — check out these homes topping the market with sticker prices at or above $1 million.
December 12, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A sunrise shows Portland at dusk and Mount Hood silhouetted against a cloudy orange sky.
Culture
The zodiac signs as Portland neighborhoods
Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
December 11, 2023
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Bella Rainey
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Culture
Choose your own LALtoday adventure
Choose my fate — if you dare.
December 8, 2023
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Danielle Johnson
An exterior shot of a historic cottage.
Real Estate
Edgewood Drive’s first residence is up for sale
This 1925 cottage has only had a few owners — will you be the next one to hold the keys?
December 4, 2023
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Experience
The history of Publix’s Cake Tower
The hydrocake has been a roadside attraction for generations of Lakelanders. Do you know its history?
November 27, 2023
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Small Business
Shop local Cyber Monday deals in Lakeland, FL
Shop from these 14 local retailers for online discounts in observance of Cyber Monday.
November 24, 2023
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