Photography by Dan Austin Transforming an abandoned railyard into an ecological jewel, a cultural magnet, and a connected community asset for Lakeland’s rapidly growing community. Home to the Lakeland Railyard, these lands — located between West Memorial Boulevard and...
Almost 100 years ago, in the early to mid-1920s, the railroad industry placed Lakeland on the map. People were coming from all over to invest in real estate and even vacation. Fast forward to today, and Polk County is one of the fastest-growing metro areas in the...
As we emerge from a challenging year, it’s important that we find ways to stay connected to our community. May is Mental Health Awareness month, and several local organizations are offering resources to support the community. For those seeking to learn more...
Photography by Tina Sargeant Talented Chef Lucy Cortes-Castaneda is not only adding new dishes to the dinner menu at Red Door, she’s also on a mission to help shape the future of the restaurant industry. Red Door closed for two weeks in March of last year, one of many...
Photography by Nate Chappell The Lunz Group is challenging the status quo by providing mentorship and development opportunities for its emerging female leaders. Architecture has always been a male-dominated field. Though the number of women in this sector of the...
