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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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Tampa Bay 101: A how-to for new residents
From how to register your car to where to put your recycle bin, this overview will give you everything you need to know to get established as a Tampa Bay resident.
February 2, 2023
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Brad Haft
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City
$635 million for I-4 lanes in Polk
From possible new interstate lanes to local road repavings, check out this quick breakdown of recent traffic news in Lakeland, FL.
February 1, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A rendering of a dog park in Munn Park.
Government
Asked: Which major local project would you want finished immediately?
If we had the power to instantly finish a local infrastructure or development project, which project would we choose?
February 1, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
Downtown canal with skyline in background
Live
Hoosier 101: our guide to becoming a Indianapolis resident
Becoming a new resident is easy with our Hoosier 101 guide to all things Indianapolis, IN.
January 30, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Development
Wait, what’s a special use permit? Understanding development terms in Lakeland, Florida
Become a development terminology expert faster than you can say “Special use permit for a mixed-use zone.”
January 30, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A cable-stayed bridge is illuminated with yellow-green light at night with the lights of the city behind it.
City
Portlander 101: Our guide to becoming a Portland resident
From how to register your car to finding your favorite coffee shop, this overview will give you everything you need to know to get established as a Portland resident.
January 26, 2023
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Cambrie Juarez
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City
The 4th Annual Lakeland Entrepreneur Awards
See who came out on top at this year’s award ceremony honoring Swan City entrepreneurs.
January 24, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
The Asheville skyline
Culture
Play “Would You Rather” with us, Asheville
Play this Asheville-centric game next time you’re with friends or family.
January 23, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A rendering of colorful pod swings in Munn Park
City
The future of downtown Lakeland’s Munn Park
Would you rather see a fully-enclosed dog park, pod swings, or giant chess in our town square? The city is still taking input — keep reading for renderings.
January 12, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
NOOGAtoday | Chattanooga skyline
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Play “Would You Rather” with us, Chattanooga
Play this Chattanooga-specific game next time you’re with your friends or family.
January 11, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
An outdoor pickleball court on a sunny day
Sports
Playing pickleball in Lakeland
Ready to try your hand at America’s new favorite sport? Check out our guide to Lakeland’s indoor and outdoor pickleball courts.
January 10, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A green and white BINGO card
Culture
Our 2023 Lakeland BINGO card
Put your hand on the nearest crystal ball — what do you see for Swan City’s future?
January 10, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
a close look at Baby Bull's legendary burger
Culture
10 Asheville things we can’t live without
Get to know our editors and a few local things, menu items, and experiences they can’t live without.
January 9, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A view of the Cumberland River and the downtown Nashville skyline at night.
Culture
Play “Would You Rather” with us, Nashville
Pull this Nashville-specific game out at your next family gathering
January 6, 2023
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Skylar Webb
Exterior shot of Washington Park High School in black and white
History
The history of the Washington Park Community
Booker T. Washington, William A. Rochelle, and members of Lakeland’s early Black community influenced the city and established Florida’s sixth Black high school.
January 6, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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City
Coworking space COhatch is coming to downtown Lakeland
Get an inside glimpse at downtown Lakeland’s newest coworking space.
January 6, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
The Lakeland History Room
Events
Lakeland’s 2023 History Lecture Series
Calling all history buffs — the Lakeland Public Library’s History and Culture Center is hosting a free lecture series, and here’s what you should know.
January 4, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
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Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Madison
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolutions? Show up.
January 3, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
A panoramic sunrise of the Portland city skyline banked in a layer of fog with Mount Hood in the background.
Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Portland
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 23, 2022
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Cambrie Juarez
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Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Louisville
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 23, 2022
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Katie Molck
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Travel and Outdoors
Meet your new year’s resolutions in Columbia, SC
December 23, 2022
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Rilee Delgado
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Culture
Ideas for New Year’s resolutions (and how to conquer them)
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 23, 2022
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Rilee Delgado
Inside Dose Yoga's studio.
Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Raleigh
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 21, 2022
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Rilee Delgado
Percy Warner Park at sunset.
Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Nashville
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 21, 2022
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Rilee Delgado
NOOGAtoday: New Year's Resolutions
Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Chattanooga
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 21, 2022
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Rilee Delgado
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Culture
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Charleston
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 21, 2022
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Tatum Jacaruso
A light-up Santa and his reindeer overlook downtown Lakeland
Culture
Why Hallmark should make a Christmas movie in Lakeland, FL
And no, it’s not for our glistening snowfall.
December 15, 2022
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Rilee Delgado
A rendering of a new residential and retail development in Lakeland, FL
City
Oak Street’s new development
Plans have been released for a multi-use residential and retail space on the former Oak Street lot.
December 14, 2022
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Katelyn Lewis
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Culture
Meet your new year’s resolutions in Lakeland, Florida
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up.
December 12, 2022
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Rilee Delgado
A baby girl, her mother, and a personal trainer smile for a photo
Business
New Lakeland gym for moms is coming soon
Meet Adrenaline Mommy Works — a branch of Adrenaline Body Works specifically designed for the active mom.
December 7, 2022
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Rilee Delgado
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