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Villages Weekly Update: CEO Change, Executive Courses, Lakeview Sales This Villages weekly update shares confirmed developments likely to interest residents — especially those following south-side growth and planning. This week includes a leadership title change, two new executive golf courses under construction, and early expectations around home sales in the Lakeview area near Eastport. Villages
The Anchor sits just outside Spanish Springs on Sunset Harbor Road — and on the night we visited, we felt right at home. There was a game on. A musician was playing. Nearly every table was full. This wasn’t a quick in-and-out dinner crowd — most people looked settled, drinks on the table, food arriving
Abbott’s Frozen Custard in Middleton If you’ve driven through Middleton at night, you’ve probably noticed Abbott’s Frozen Custard lit up and busy — and wondered whether it’s worth pulling in, or just another dessert stop you’ll get to “one of these days.” Abbott’s has been open since early November 2025, but we hadn’t stopped in
24 Middleton is one of Middleton’s most ambitious — and most expensive — restaurants. After a full dinner experience, we walked away with mixed but thoughtful impressions. If you’re searching for the 24 Middleton menu, pricing, or whether it’s worth it, here’s what stood out — both positively and critically. 24 Middleton Pricing (January 2026)