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Big Changes Continue Across South Sumter and The Villages

South Sumter County growth continues reshaping the southern portion of The Villages. As new government facilities open, construction expands near Eastport, and infrastructure discussions remain active, the pace of change across the area continues becoming more noticeable. Meanwhile, development near Middleton continues moving quickly. Construction crews remain active across Long Prairie, while conversations surrounding Legacy…
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Evans Prairie Country Club Review: A Reliable Post-Golf Lunch Spot

There’s something to be said for a dependable post-golf lunch spot, and after revisiting Evans Prairie Country Club this week, we were reminded why so many golfers end up there after a round. We grabbed a table on the patio after golf and settled in for drinks and lunch. The atmosphere was relaxed, the weather…
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Two New 27-Hole Golf Courses and Other Development Changes Across The Villages

Two New 27-Hole Golf Courses and More Development News Across South The Villages South The Villages development continues moving rapidly forward, with new details emerging this week about future golf courses, recreation projects, commercial expansion, and infrastructure work near Eastport, Middleton, and the 470 corridor. Much of the current activity remains concentrated around the southern…
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The controversy behind a “No Substitution” policy in downtown Leesburg.

We revisited our previous visit to the restaurant in downtown Leesburg again Saturday night. Once again, we had a very good experience. The restaurant was busy, the service stayed attentive throughout the evening, and the atmosphere felt relaxed without being overly loud. What started as a fairly normal dinner ended up turning into a memorable…
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