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The Lost Words of a Trying Poet
My editor sat in a bar across from a new friend a year ago. When she asked about his hobbies, he rattled off a few and added, “...and I...
Tara Crutchfield
Feb 1, 2022


Eddie ‘Smoke’ Jackson
Fourth-grade teacher and Fire Light Reggae frontman Eddie ‘Smoke’ Jackson uses music to make a positive change in his classroom and...
Tara Crutchfield
Feb 1, 2022


Lavender ‘n Lace Tearoom & Restaurant
Florals, frills, and a quiet elegance permeate the atmosphere at Lavender ‘n Lace Tearoom & Restaurant in Lake Alfred. The family-owned...
Tara Crutchfield
Feb 1, 2022


Veg Out at V&M
The first thing you notice once arriving at Winter Haven’s new eatery, V&M Bakery and Café, is the warm, cozy, good-vibes feeling that...
Tara Crutchfield
Jan 1, 2022


Gospel Village
For ten years, Lakeland nonprofit Gospel Inc. has provided resources, fostered community, and helped find purposeful employment for...
Tara Crutchfield
Jan 1, 2022


Past, Present, and Future of Winter Haven’s Growth
If teamwork makes the dream work, Winter Haven is living the dream. The last decade has been transformative for the Chain of Lakes city,...
Tara Crutchfield
Jan 1, 2022

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