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By: Natalie Costa, www.backpackjourna.com Orlando Dental and Implant Studio, located in Orlando, FL, is proving that dental offices can be eco-friendly, too. From the construction of the office to the delivery of their information, Dr. Cuprill and his staff are … Continue reading →

As reported in the Marco Eagle, Lee County’s Board of Port Commissioners are considering giving local companies an advantage in bidding.  “I’m looking for a mechanism that states clearly that we will use local vendors unless required by law,” CommissionerTammy Hall … Continue reading →

We applied, and you should too!  From their website, GiveCamp is a weekend-long event where technology professionals – including designers, developers and database administrators as well as marketers and web strategists donate their time and unique talents to provide software solutions for … Continue reading →

Local independent businesses are becoming more and more prevalent in communities here and abroad, and for good reason. In the central Florida community, there is Ourlando.  Accoring to Scott Tess, a board member for Ourlando, “the idea of [Ourlando] and the … Continue reading →

The Star Banner, based in Ocala, reported this week on the success of Marion County’s government procurement law which supports local vendors and contractors by giving them a second chance to outbid their competitors when the first round of bids … Continue reading →

by Natalie Costa Grocery shopping for organic or locally grown foods doesn’t have to be reserved for special occasions anymore. With central Florida’s very own Homegrown Cooperative, ethical shopping can be done right online and at an affordable price. With … Continue reading →

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Enjoy a delicious, home-made brunch inspired by you and your fellow food-enthusiasts. The only requirement is that you must use at least one fair trade ingredient in your dish. Alongside the potluck, Local coffee roaster, Coffee Roasters Alliance, is hosting … Continue reading →