This Week's Welcome

Hi! It feels like it's been awhile, aye? Most folks were busy over Christmas and New Years so I paused the newsletter. But we're back!

Now, LKLD EDGE lands every Wednesday with the pulse of Polk County — then we remind you Friday so you don’t miss the good stuff!

So, slight changes are here. Many small businesses are closed on Monday and Tuesday, so I always feel behind, but by Wednesday, flyers and information has usually appeared out in the world so I can share it with you too! Of course, we're all busy, so we will have our usual Friday reminder as usual! And... sometimes you may get a random drop when it's high value worthy! I might have found a new place or meal that YOU need to know about ASAP! 😂

Oh, did you catch the "Polk County"? The original plan from Day 1 was to encompass more than just Lakeland. While I will retain a heavy focus on this city, many pop-up in surrounding cities, commute from there to here, live elsewhere, or for example, we personally wholesale cookies near Auburndale, Bartow and Winter Haven. The point is, I don't want anyone to miss out on what other small businesses are doing!

-Channon

The Hungry Games: Pressed25​

“ Keto? Gluten-free? Honestly, I didn't know if the selections would taste good, ya know? I eat pretty much what I want. Now I know... and I've been back a couple times 😋 No loss of flavor! — Channon

Three visits to Pressed25 so far! Coffee, smoothies, bagels, and mini donuts! Can you go wrong with those options?!

What's Pressed25 all about? The website says it better than I can.

Our menu is 100% gluten-free, keto, and diabetic-safe, made without refined sugars, artificial ingredients, or anything chemically created - because you deserve treats that love you back.

From our protein packed Mini Milks to our all-natural espresso creations and baked-not-fried donuts, every recipe is designed to nourish the body and lift the spirit.

Pressed25 isn't just a cafe- it's a reminder that taking care of yourself doesn't have to feel restrictive. It's flavor-forward, feel-good comfort for real life wellness that tastes like indulgence.

I had to put this place to the true southern test! Let me try them Sausage Gravy Bagel Minis! Hardly anyone makes these with the flavor I grew up with in Alabama.

Well, they were astounding! I've gone back and they've been sold out! So, you know it's not just me who loves 'em!

These mini donuts are hard to savor cause you just pop them right in your mouth! They disappear so fast!

The inside area is so cute! It's full of local support to the likes of The Post & Dangle, Elaine Creations, and several more!

So, where do you go to be pretty too and find the guilt-free treats you'll crave?

1201 Florida Ave S at the garage spot attached to the Marathon Gas station across from By The Chef Pizza, The Wine Garden, and Bright Ice.

Sunday-Thursday 8am-1pm!

Will I see you there?!

Welcome Home: Listing of the Week

Step into the DR Horton Ensley floor plan and instantly feel how much space and comfort this home gives you.
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This beautifully maintained home offers 4 spacious bedrooms, a large open loft perfect for movie nights or a play area, and sits on an oversized cul-de-sac lot with no rear neighbors, giving you the privacy you’ve been looking for. The fenced yard is ideal for pets, gatherings, gardening, or simply unwinding at the end of the day.
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Inside, the layout feels open, bright, and welcoming. Outside, the community offers a true resort lifestyle — enjoy the resort-style pool, playground, pickleball and basketball courts, scenic walking trails, and even a kayak launch for weekend adventures.
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This home also brings incredible long-term value with assumable solar panels that can help keep your monthly electric bills very low, plus a water softener already installed for added comfort.
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And the location is hard to beat — you’re just a short distance from I-4, South Florida Baptist Hospital, and downtown Plant City, making commuting, healthcare, dining, and events incredibly convenient.
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Imagine mornings with coffee on the back patio, afternoons at the pool, and evenings hosting family and friends in a home that truly has room for everyone — all in a community that feels like a getaway.
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Ready to experience it yourself? Schedule your showing today and see what life could look like here.
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📲 Contact Diana Acosta for more details!

In the 863
​"Shop Small. Shop Local."

That's A Wrap!

There you have it! The first newsletter of 2026!

More and more will be added as we get into this new year! January is usually a slow month all around.

Before I forget! We do have two markets ahead! Only one in January, and another one announced for early February! Check them out below.

Until Friday...

-Channon

Mix-Up Answer: THE JUICE BOX LAKELAND​