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Gateway to Florida: History, Nature, Community.
Lake City exudes a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. The community values its history and traditions while embracing growth and progress. You'll find a mix of generations here, all contributing to the town's unique character.
COMMUNITY GUIDE · LAKE CITY
Lake City, Columbia County
City Snapshot
Population
12,329
County
Columbia County
Timezone
America/New_York
Median Income
$46,172
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Emergency Services
Poison Control
Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Domestic Violence Hotline
Child Abuse Hotline
Veterans Crisis Line
HCA Florida Lake City Hospital
Mayo Clinic Hospital Emergency Medicine
This Week
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
Seas the Game
2026-09-07 at 6:00 PM
Color Crush
2026-09-10 at 8:00 PM
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