Lake City Journal.com was launched in February 20, 2004 as an experiment to see what journalism would be like if it is directed by the community it serves. It is owned and operated by Karl and Sue Burkhardt of Lake City.

It has continually evolved, adding features suggested by readers.

The Journal software was revised on October 2, 2007, and again on December 2, 2009.

The new software improves existing features, such as the calendar, and allows new features, including videos of local events.