The Gold Standard

The Gold Standard

How three world-class athletes set an example for us all in fighting racism in every arena of life This iconic photo of Olympic sprinters Tommie Smith, John Carlos, and Peter Norman is one of the most famous protest images in history. Just like photographs of...
Safety First

Safety First

Summertime in Lakeland is arguably the best time of year. But it’s also the most important time of year to keep water safety in mind. In the face of humidity and mugginess, a dip in a refreshing body of water is a must for many when it comes to beating the heat of the...
Lakelanders Go Pro

Lakelanders Go Pro

From NASCAR to the NFL, here are the stats on the professional athletes who call Lakeland home. Lakeland might appear to be an unassuming small town, but the city has served as the breeding ground for many athletes who have gone pro. Some of these hometown heroes were...
Pickleball, Anyone?

Pickleball, Anyone?

All about one of the fastest-growing sports and where to play it If you’re looking for a new game to get your heart racing, pickleball might be the sport for you. Pickleball was invented in 1965 by three dads: Joel Pritchard, Bill Bell, and Barney McCallum, whose kids...
A Conversation With Sid Mashburn

A Conversation With Sid Mashburn

Photographed by Dan Austin Core Wealth Advisors hosted a cocktail hour at their HQ for a talk and trunk show with Sid Mashburn, fashion designer and owner of the “Best Men’s Store in America,” according to GQ and Esquire. Mashburn sat down with local style icon Tim...