The Villages Senior Games is a fun-filled competition that gives athletes over the age of 50 the opportunity to take part in various sports with other athletes of similar ages and abilities. Events held in The Villages are open to anyone over the age of 50 no matter where they live, so its not ... Continue Reading » about The Villages Senior Games Set to Open
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The Villages Passes the 100,000 Resident Mark
Well, its official. According to new US Census estimates released Thursday, The Villages "officially" has more than 100,000 residents. 101,600 to be exact. If the government says it, it must be true :-) For months now I've had several people "in the know" chirping in my ear that the 100,000 mark ... Continue Reading » about The Villages Passes the 100,000 Resident Mark
Savannah Center in The Villages
The Savannah Center in The Villages is a performance and exhibition space with a full schedule, along with additional space that serves as a recreation center. The Scarlett O'Hara Theater at Savannah Center has a large stage for musical performances and off Broadway shows and a large floor ... Continue Reading » about Savannah Center in The Villages
Sinkholes in The Villages: What You Need to Know
Sinkholes are a fact of life in many parts of the country, not just Florida. Unfortunately, The Villages is not immune to them either. There have been several confirmed sinkholes in The Villages over the years. Florida has more sinkholes than any other state. This is because in many parts ... Continue Reading » about Sinkholes in The Villages: What You Need to Know
Where to Stash Your Cash – The Villages Florida Banks
One thing you'll want to do, perhaps even before moving to The Villages full-time, is to open a checking account with a bank in The Villages. Now if you have your account with one of the large national banks that have branches in and around The Villages, unless you've been itching to make a ... Continue Reading » about Where to Stash Your Cash – The Villages Florida Banks
New Home Sales in The Villages Rise 23.6%
In 2012 The Villages recorded 2,851 new homes sales, their best year since the national housing bubble began to deflate in 2006. To put this kind of success into perspective, The Villages outsold its closest national competition, Irvine Ranch in Orange County, California by 1,417 homes. The ... Continue Reading » about New Home Sales in The Villages Rise 23.6%