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Business

Find your inner florist at Bloom Shakalaka’s flower arranging workshops

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9 questions with Dr. Diana Álvarez-Hughes of Orange Blossom Poems

Keep reading for Diana’s tips for new writers, favorite poets, and more.

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Asked: Where would you put Lakeland’s next mural?

Where do you think an artist should pull out a paintbrush next?

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How to keep your car costs down in Lakeland

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Shipping deadlines for Christmas

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Culture

Win the holidays with gifts from these local Etsy sellers

Whether your budget is $10, $20, or $200, find a completely unique gift for everyone on your list. 🎁

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Curved black benches surround a memorial with a rose inlaid on stone, honoring law enforcement at Veteran's Memorial Park.

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