A Lakeland man is turning his life around with the help of a local barbershop thats doing a lot more than just cutting hair.

In 2021, DeRon Gregg hit one of the lowest points in his life.

I had burned so many bridges. Nobody wanted to help me, people were tired of helping me, Gregg said.

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He found himself behind bars for seven months at Polk County Jail. Terrible. I dont wish it on my worst enemy, said Gregg.

After his release, with no support from family, Gregg turned to Lighthouse Ministries, a faith-based shelter in Lakeland.

Put me on the path to know the path of getting to know the Lord, most of all, they help me rebuild relationships, Gregg said.

Everything changed last September when Gregg walked into Barbe

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