One of the best trips my mom took late in life was to visit my sister in New Mexico to catch the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. She would always light up...pun intended...when talking about that trip. This week, for the first time ever, a hot air balloon festival took place in The ... Continue Reading » about Hot Air Balloons Light Up The Villages
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The Villages Named Gold-Level Bicycle Friendly Community
A few years ago, The Villages was awarded Silver-Level Bicycle Friendly status by The League of American Bicyclists. It was the first time any community had been awarded that level on their first application. But things just keep getting better and better, and this year The Villages was given ... Continue Reading » about The Villages Named Gold-Level Bicycle Friendly Community
More Sinkholes in Village of Calumet Grove
I know what you're thinking...not again! Unfortunately, after days of heavy rain, more sinkholes have opened up in the same area of Calumet Grove that had the sinkholes in February. Here's a video from the Marion County Sheriff's Office: (Please note that the video does not have sound) Here ... Continue Reading » about More Sinkholes in Village of Calumet Grove
Dudley Canine Park and Archery Range
This month's edition of The Villages Vmail covers a variety of topics. First, we get a great look at the brand new Dudley Canine Park and Archery Range. Next up new is some information on the new fishing, kayaking and nature tours at Lake Sumter Landing. The video wraps up with a look at some of ... Continue Reading » about Dudley Canine Park and Archery Range
2018 Evening With the Developer
The annual Evening With the Developer event was held this week, with The Villages president and CEO providing updates on a number of topics. Here are just a few of the highlights. Complaints and Suggestions The Villages has never been accused of being the most open/transparent organization, nor ... Continue Reading » about 2018 Evening With the Developer
Cost of Living in The Villages
One of the most frequently asked questions I get is some variation of "What does it cost to live in The Villages?" The answer is not as straightforward as many would like, because everybody's situation is different, and figuring out one's cost of living is not at all like, say, inquiring about ... Continue Reading » about Cost of Living in The Villages