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Born 80 Years Ago Today in Florida, the “Cosmic Cowboy” Who Pioneered Country-Rock and Toured With Emmylou Harris

On this day (November 5) in 1946, Ingram Cecil Connor III was born in Winter Haven, Florida. However, you may better recognize him as Gram Parsons, the visionary artist whose intergalactic blend of country, rock, R&B, soul and folk music laid the foundation for what we now know as country-rock. A member of the Byrds and co-founder of The Flying Burrito Brothers before embarking on a solo career, Parsons’s remarkable musical run was cut tragically short when the 26-year-old singer-songwriter died of an accidental overdose on September 19, 1973.

Winter Haven, FL · 4d

West Orlando News

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Central Florida Woman Won $5 Million Prize from Scratch-Off Game

A Central Florida woman won a $5 million prize from a scratch-off game. The post Central Florida Woman Won $5 Million Prize from Scratch-Off Game appeared first on West Orlando News .

Florida · 23h

Lakeland Gazette

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Why Everyone Is Pulling Over at This Unassuming Florida Chicken and Fish Shack

There is a small chicken stand in Lakeland with no dining room, no fancy sign, and almost always a line out front. Drivers pass it for years before they finally stop, and many of them wish they had stopped sooner. The menu sticks to Southern basics, and the fried chicken...

Lakeland, FL · 7d
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Cole Swindell Rolls Into Bartow Ford Nov. 14, Keys to a New F-150 Up for Grabs

Country hitmaker Cole Swindell is headlining a concert on a car lot in Bartow on November 14, and the dealership hosting him is giving away a brand-new Ford F-150 to go with the show. Bartow Ford's Concert on the Lot kicks off with gates opening at 5 p.m., with Lakeland native McCoy Moore warming up the crowd before Swindell takes the stage.

Bartow, FL · 2d
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Bargain Hunters Agree That This Colossal Florida Flea Market Is Better Than Costco

Somewhere between Lakeland and Winter Haven, tucked into a part of Florida that doesn’t always make the tourist brochures, International Market World in Auburndale is quietly doing something extraordinary every single weekend. It’s pulling in crowds of dedicated shoppers who have decided, collectively and enthusiastically, that this colossal flea...

Florida · 3d

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This Florida Breakfast Buffet Has Become The Place To Be On Sunday Mornings

Fried chicken shows up on the breakfast line here, right next to the eggs and the biscuits with gravy. Yes, at breakfast. I can’t imagine a better excuse to skip cereal on a Sunday morning. The weekend spread also brings fried catfish, smoked sausage, a house breakfast hash, and...

Plant City, FL · 3d

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Light, Crunchy Catfish And Free Biscuits Have Road-Trippers Planning Their Next Stop At This Bartow, Florida Country Restaurant

Some road trips are planned around theme parks, and some are planned around a basket of biscuits. In Bartow, Florida, a country restaurant has families rearranging their driving routes just to sit down for catfish. Summer camp parents admit they drove past it for years before finally stopping, and now...

Bartow, FL · 1d

The Citrus Tea News

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Lakeland Highlands Middle Gym Opens As School’s First Indoor Gym

Lakeland Highlands Middle School opened a 15,000-square-foot gym on Oct. 14, its first indoor gym since the school opened in 1975, built for about $10 million. The post Lakeland Highlands Middle Gym Opens As School’s First Indoor Gym first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Becky McLachlan . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Polk County, FL · 3d

Lakeland Gazette

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Lakeland Italian Festival Under the Stars 2026

The inaugural Lakeland Italian Festival “Under the Stars” takes place along South Kentucky Avenue in Downtown Lakeland on Saturday, November 7, 2026, running from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Organized by the Italian American Club of Central Florida, this evening block-party-style celebration brings regional Italian cuisine, art, and...

Lakeland, FL · 3d

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Cajun-Creole Specialties Make This Old-School Lakeland Restaurant Worth The Drive

Oreo beignets. Fried blue crab claws. A redfish dish crowned with crab meat. That lineup alone tells you this kitchen does not play it safe. The menu leans hard into New Orleans flavor. Jambalaya, etouffee, red beans and rice, and boudin balls all share space here. I like how a place far from the bayou commits this fully to Cajun-Creole cooking.

Lakeland, FL · 2d

Lakeland Gazette

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Celebrating 110 Years: Inside New Bethel A.M.E. Church’s Historic Milestone in Lakeland

As Lakeland’s Northwest District commissioner, I’m proud to have this wonderful church in the district I serve. Tonya and I were honored to worship with Rev. Dr. Nathan Mugala and the New Bethel church family this morning and celebrate this milestone with them. It was great to hear...

Lakeland, FL · 1d

The Citrus Tea News

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Havendale Christmas Parade Returns Dec. 4, With A Second Winter Haven Parade Dec. 19

The Havendale Christmas Parade returns Dec. 4 along Havendale Boulevard into Auburndale. A Jewett Alumni Association parade follows Dec. 19 in Winter Haven. The post Havendale Christmas Parade Returns Dec. 4, With A Second Winter Haven Parade Dec. 19 first appeared on The Citrus Tea News and was written by Citrus Tea Staff . The Citrus Tea News covers Polk County, Florida. Truly Local News. Truly Polk County. thecitrustea.com

Winter Haven, FL · 6h

Tallahassee Democrat

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Aldi opening 2 Florida stores Oct. 29, 3 more in November

Discount grocery giant Aldi continues its Florida invasion, with five more Florida stores coming in the next few weeks to help stretch your shopping dollars . Stores in Madison and Zephyrhills open Thursday, Oct. 29, while more locations in Longwood, Sebring, and Tavares open Nov. 12. At each grand opening, the first 200 customers in line will get a Golden Ticket that could be worth up to $100, and an eco-friendly bag full of Aldi goodies. For the rest of the day, anyone can get a free Aldi shopping tote bag while supplies last. Doors open at 9 a.m., but the grand openings are generally at 8:45 a.m. Shop Aldi with Instacart Counting these locations, there will soon be 355 Aldi stores in Florida , more than in any other state. The German-owned chain has opened about 60 new locations here this year, on top of 60 in 2025, as part of its goal to reach 3,200 stores nationwide by the end of 2028. New Aldi stores opening in Florida Oct. 29 - Madison , at 729 West Base Street Oct. 29 - Zephyrhills , at 38901 County Road 54 Nov. 12 - Longwood , at 951 West State Road

Florida · 12d

The Ledger

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This sweet American bulldog lives up to her name - Precious

Preview all of the adoptable pets at www.spcaflorida.org . To meet or adopt a pet located at SPCA Florida, stop by the Adoption Center Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. or Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Prior to adoption, all pets are spayed or neutered, microchipped, up to date on vaccines and come with a month of flea and heartworm prevention. For questions, contact SPCA Florida’s Adoption Center at 863-577-4615 or adopt@spcaflorida.org . Precious Breed: American bulldog/mixed breed Gender: Female Weight: 40 pounds Age: 5 years Orphaned Since: Aug. 13 Adoption Fee: $150 Precious, a mixed-breed American bulldog, lives up to her name. A canine team member says Precious is sweet, rolls with the punches and is compatible with other dogs. She arrived at SPCA Florida from Polk County Animal Control as an underweight pooch (but now is an ideal weight) and a stray with a questionable past. Precious is anxious to embrace and thrive during obedience training (it’s never too late to learn) to speed up her welcome into her deserving home where she can lavish lots of love and loyalty on everyone. Bond with her while she learns how to sit,

Lakeland, FL · 2d

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Chicken Guy is the addition students have waited for

As a senior at Florida Southern College, I have watched the dining options on campus change almost every year. From renovations to Wynee’s Bistro to new food concepts, the college has continued to find ways to improve the student dining experience. While the loss of Steak ’n Shake may be disappointing for some students, I believe Chicken Guy is a wonderful addition to campus.

Lakeland, FL · 4d

LkldNow

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Arts and Health Week 2026 Inspires Creativity Across Lakeland

Make your mark on downtown Lakeland during the Farmers Curb Market by joining in Color Wave’s community mural. What: A free family and pet friendly outdoor festival celebrating the arts. When: Sunday, Nov. 8, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Where: Swan Brewing, 115 W Pine St. New this year:

Lakeland, FL · 2d

Gary Smith

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Pasco County, Florida, Restaurants With the Most Health Violations in October 2026

Green Tea in Port Richey topped the October 2026 restaurant inspection list with 29 violations, while Joeys Pizza in New Port Richey and Golden Corral in Zephyrhills temporarily closed before receiving clearance to reopen.

Pasco County, FL · 1d

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13 Must-Visit Restaurants In Tampa, Florida That Are Still Flying Under The Radar

A family sandwich shop in Tampa has been making deviled crab since 1948, and plenty of people in town still drive right past it. I love that. It means the city’s best food stories are not always on the busiest corners. The surprises keep stacking up. A Nepalese kitchen...

Tampa, FL · 1d

Gary Smith

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Pinellas County, Florida, Restaurants With the Most Health Violations in October 2026

Sushi Rock Grill in St. Petersburg led the October 2026 restaurant inspection list with 35 violations, while six other Pinellas County establishments were ordered to close. Across the county, however, more restaurants passed their first inspection than failed to meet standards.

Pinellas County, FL · 5h