Lakeland, FL news on Tuesday, October 20, 2026

In Lakeland, FL on Tuesday, October 20, 2026: Italian Festival this weekend, Lake Mirror Classic cars. Also: Lake Gibson boys basketball faces Avon Park January 7, 2027; stream live on NFHS Network; Lakeland boys football plays The First Academy October 30; watch live on NFHS Network. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with highs near 72°F and gentle winds up to 11 mph.

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Lakeland Italian Festival hosted by Italian American Club happening this weekend with food, music and cultural celebrations.6AM City · Oct 20, 11:32 AM

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Lake Gibson boys basketball faces Avon Park January 7, 2027; stream live on NFHS Network.NFHS Network · Oct 20, 8:00 AM
Lakeland boys football plays The First Academy October 30; watch live on NFHS Network.NFHS Network · Oct 19, 4:14 PM

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