πŸŽ₯ Filming, Sushi Masa, Sponsor A Kid, + Dinosaur Train πŸ¦–


This Week's Welcome

Goodness gracious, great balls of fire! People think I'm always busy, but this past week has made all the other weeks seem like I never ever was! Since we've began filming for LKLD EDGE: Life Is Local, it hasn't let up! But that's a great thing!

Maybe you've seen me out and about?

I don't want to give too much away, but we're halfway done with recording Season 1! That's right! 10 episodes featuring 10 local small businesses. The premiere is January 11th, 2026 :)

But now, for a sooner event...

A big Beary Merry thank you to @highland_jewelry_co for adopting a Little Cub this Christmas!
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Your kindness and support are helping make the holidays sparkle a little brighter for a Little Cub!
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Highland Jewelry Co. creates stunning, timeless pieces, each one made with love, detail, and craftsmanship that shines just as bright as her generous heart.
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Thank you for helping us spread joy, one Little Cub at a time!

If you would like more details, then we did a podcast episode about it!

In this special episode, Roanna from NohAnaCreations stops by the LKLD | EDGE to speak about the Beary Merry Christmas Toy Drive!

What it is, why it exists, and how you can get involved! Help us sponsor these 20+ little cubs today! Listen below.

If you are able, and wish to help some kids out this Christmas, then click below:

​Sponsor Sign-Up Deadline: Nov 22
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-Chan "The Beard" Michaels
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P.S. Mark your calendars cause these are our own upcoming events!

The Hungry Games: Sushi Masa Lakeland​

It seems that Sushi Masa Lakeland ain't just my very own favorite sushi place! Many people wrote in about it being theirs too!

After a long week and market day, we decided to treat ourselves to it (again)! The roll on the left in the above picture is the Sweet Heart Roll. It has to be one of the best rolls I've ever eaten in my entire life!

Have kids? The kids meals are massive, and that's a good thing!

We all enjoy a few random type of items, but hands down, their sushi is taking the lead in Lakeland... until I figure out who else might...

So, what's your fave roll?!

Weekly Word Scramble
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​CTSOU DNA GTA

 

ANSWER AT BOTTOM OF NEWSLETTER

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This Week in Town
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"Shop Small. Shop LKLD."

LKLD Singles
​(Reba is still looking for a home!)

"Hey there, potential fur-ever friend! I'm Reba, a sweet and playful kitty on the lookout for my forever home. I've come a long way from my tire shop days-once I realized I was safe, my heart opened up, and I transformed into the ultimate lovebug! πŸ’–"

✨Very loving!
😻 Playful with guests and other kitties
πŸ›ž Lived in tires at a tire shop
🎯 Found December 19th, 2024 at 4 months old
🐱 Realized she was safe & became one of sweetest kitties!
πŸ“Currently located at Purrology Cafe in South Lakeland

Now Hiring

LKLD | EDGE: Inside & Out Podcast

Click below to not miss an episode! Hear directly, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, & more!

That's A Wrap!

Almost!
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Maybe you've been peeking and wanted to be involved in our new upcoming series?

Well, we have a few available options...

Let me know, and we can chat!

Until next time,

-Chan

Scramble Answer: SCOUT & TAG​

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