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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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City
Coming soon to downtown Lakeland: bodega Market
December 5, 2022
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History
Looking back on Lakeland’s city commissioners
Meet some of the Lakeland citizens who left a mark on Swan City’s government.
December 5, 2022
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Culture
12 days of Lakeland
Good luck getting the song out of your head...
December 1, 2022
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Culture
Top fall content in Lakeland, FL
We took a look at the data to see what your favorite stories, links, and posts were during the fall season.
November 25, 2022
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Culture
What’s open and closed on Thanksgiving in Lakeland?
Whether you’re looking to entertain the kids while dinner’s cooking or hoping to make a last-minute run to the store, here are a few places open and operational on Turkey Day.
November 21, 2022
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A young boy sits atop one of many stacks of diaper boxes.
City
Lakeland youngster’s diaper drive mission
Diapers are probably not such a distant memory for this young philanthropist.
November 17, 2022
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Culture
Where to take holiday photos in Lakeland, Florida
Say cheese — it’s that time of year. Don your matching outfits or holiday jammies and strike the perfect pose at one of these Lakeland spots.
November 15, 2022
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City
Tropical Storm Nicole’s path through Polk County
We’re no strangers to wind and rain.
November 11, 2022
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City
Preparing for Tropical Cyclone Nicole in Charleston, SC
From live updates to re-upping your hurricane kit, keep reading for how you can prepare for this storm.
November 9, 2022
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City
Preparing for Hurricane Nicole in Lakeland, Florida
From live updates to re-upping your hurricane kit, keep reading for how you can prepare for this storm.
November 9, 2022
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City
5 questions with Commissioner Phillip Walker
With his term coming to a close, Phillip Walker sat down with us to answer some of our burning questions.
November 3, 2022
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Culture
Holiday toy drives in Lakeland, FL
‘Tis the season of giving. Check out this list of local holiday toy drives you can donate to or apply for assistance from.
November 1, 2022
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Food
Now open: Black and Brew Southside
The business opened its third location, including the first express drive-thru for Black & Brew customers.
November 1, 2022
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A view from the summit of Black Elk Peak in South Dakota
Travel and Outdoors
Great Escapes: Our guide to Rapid City, SD
Planning a getaway? Check out Rapid City, South Dakota, a destination for hikers, historians, and everything in between.
October 26, 2022
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Events
Bonnet Springs Park’s grand opening attractions
With the long-awaited park’s grand opening on the calendar, we’re looking at a few of the things we’re most excited about.
October 20, 2022
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City
Hurricane Ian’s impact on Lakeland, Florida
From downed power lines to damaged trees and green spaces, here’s a brief rundown of what Lakeland, Florida looked like on the heels of Hurricane Ian.
October 6, 2022
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Events
Upcoming shows by Lakeland artists
Whether you’re into photography, new music, or mixed-media art, there’s a show coming up in Swan City where you can support local artists.
October 6, 2022
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Culture
Dive into books written by Portland authors
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 Portland authors who called the city home.
September 23, 2022
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Gillian Fazio beside her mural "Oranges"
Culture
HAVEN Magazine’s Best of Lakeland winners
From food and drink to local professionals, check out who made HAVEN Magazine’s 2022 Best of Lakeland list.
September 22, 2022
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City
$6.2 million for Polk County organizations
See how Lakeland and Polk County organizations plan to use their share of this multi-million dollar grant.
September 14, 2022
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Sponsored
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Whether you’re hoping to adopt your next furry family member or looking to spoil a shelter dog for a few hours, here’s what you should know about going on a doggie date.
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New to Lakeland
Stay informed and get active: Follow these resources in Lakeland
From media to government resources, check out this list of who you should be following if you live in Lakeland and want to keep up on the city’s goings on.
September 8, 2022
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Culture
10 things we can’t live without
Get to know our City Editors and a few local things, menu items, and experiences they can’t go without.
September 2, 2022
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Culture
Labor Day weekend in Lakeland, FL
Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly affair, a holiday workout, or somewhere to bunk for a weekend staycation, Lakeland has something for you during Labor Day weekend.
August 31, 2022
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Culture
Lakeland Runners Club to host 17th Annual Aching Quad Challenge
This four-race challenge will put even Lakeland’s most active athletes to the test.
August 29, 2022
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History
Who were the Buffalo Soldiers?
August 3, 2022
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Food
Drink Up Week deals this weekend in Lakeland, FL
July 28, 2022
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Food
Drink Up Week: Q+A with 6 Lakeland business owners
July 26, 2022
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City
Two new housing developments in Lakeland, FL
July 8, 2022
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