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📍 Entertainment & Lifestyle — Polk County, Florida

Discover what’s happening across Polk County, Florida with Daily Ridge’s Entertainment & Lifestyle coverage. From local events, festivals, and live music to restaurant openings, arts and culture, nightlife, and family-friendly activities, we highlight the experiences that shape life in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Lake Wales, Bartow, Auburndale, and surrounding communities.

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One Movie Later: Michael is a Good Biopic, But One That Simplifies a Complicated Musical Legacy

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by James Coulter   Michael Jackson was a complicated person with an equally complicated legacy. On one hand, his groundbreaking music and choreography made him a global pop icon; on the other hand, allegations and controversies later in his life would...
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Ridge Community High School to Host First-Ever Sunny Bolts Market This Weekend

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Ridge Community High School is inviting the community out for a fun-filled day as it hosts the first annual Sunny Bolts Market on Saturday, March 28. Organized by the school’s Civics Leadership Academy, the weekend market promises something for everyone...
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Gators Strike First: UF Beats FSU 6–3 in Rivalry Clash

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The game that had been circled on both teams’ calendars finally arrived as the No. 20 Florida State Seminoles traveled to Gainesville to face the No. 23 Florida Gators. Florida State entered the matchup with a 13–2 record and...
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Polk County Parks & Recreation Hosting Free Sensory Play Event for Kids in Lakeland

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Families with children ages 5 to 11 are invited to take part in a fun and engaging sensory play event hosted by Polk County Parks & Recreation this weekend. The free event will take place from noon to 2 p.m....
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Seminoles Defend Their Turf Against Northern Kentucky 

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The No. 20 ranked Florida State Seminoles baseball team continued their strong start to the season, improving to 11–2 overall while remaining unbeaten at home after defeating the Northern Kentucky Norse. Florida State’s success this season has been fueled...
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Bartow Ford Hosting Annual Easter Egg Hunt with 20,000 Eggs on March 28

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Families are invited to celebrate the season at Bartow Ford’s annual Easter Egg Hunt, set for Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Address: 2800 US-98, Bartow, FL 33830. The popular community event promises a morning packed with...
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Pickin’ in the Park Set for Feb. 21 at Homeland Heritage Park

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HOMELAND, Fla. — Get ready for an afternoon of live Southern rock, family-friendly activities, and old-fashioned outdoor fun at Pickin’ in the Park on Saturday, Feb. 21. The free event will take place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at...
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Battle of the Badges Set to Tip Off in Davenport: Fire vs. Police Face Off for Community Bragging Rights

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Davenport residents are invited to witness an exciting night of hoops, hometown pride, and friendly rivalry as the Davenport Police Department hosts the highly anticipated Battle of the Badges basketball showdown. The action takes place Friday, March 6 at 6...
Lifestyle

7 Garden Growing Basics for Beginners

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Growing your own produce is an all-around smart practice, from the money you'll save at the grocery store to the contributions you can make toward a cleaner planet. Maintaining a garden takes some effort, but it's a project even a...
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FSU Launches 2026 Campaign with Win Over JMU

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As fall fades into spring and a hint of warmer air settles over Tallahassee, one thing becomes clear: baseball season has arrived. The smell of hot dogs fills the air, and the sound of fans chanting “K-time” echoes through...
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Things to Do This Weekend in Polk County

There’s plenty happening across Polk County this weekend! From festive family events to live music and community celebrations, here...
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J.C. Reviews: The Garfield Movie is a Big Fat Nothing Burger

by James Coulter If you don’t know who Garfield is…you know who Garfield is! For more than 40 years, Garfield...
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