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Gateway to Florida: Nature, History, Community.
Lake City exudes a friendly, small-town atmosphere with a touch of modern progress. The community is proud of its heritage and embraces a relaxed pace of life. You'll find a mix of generations here, all enjoying the area's natural resources and community events.
City Snapshot
Population
69,698
County
Columbia County
Timezone
America/New_York
Median Income
$53,501
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Poison Control
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Domestic Violence Hotline
Child Abuse Hotline
Veterans Crisis Line
Lake City VA Hospital
UF Health Shands Lake City Hospital
This Week
High Springs Farmers Market
2026-09-04 at 3:00 PM
High Springs Historical Society Museum
2026-09-05 at 11:00 AM
Morning Movie or Storytime
2026-09-07 at 11:00 AM
Water Games
2026-09-07 at 2:00 PM
Summer Challenge
2026-09-07 at 4:00 PM
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