This week, Villager Sally Moss became the first resident to ride in a Voyage Auto self-driving taxi in The Villages.
We first told you that self-driving taxis were coming to The Villages a little over a year ago, and after months of testing, the future…and your taxi…have finally arrived.
You can read more about Sally's historic ride in The Villages Daily Sun.
In other news…
Central Florida Health broke ground on their new 24-hour emergency department in the southern part of The Villages. Located across the street from Brownwood Paddock Square, the project is a joint effort between Central Florida Health, which includes Leesburg Regional and The Villages Regional and the University of Florida Health Shands. [Daily Commercial]
Assuming you survived our chilly temps to start the week, your reward is to warm up with some delicious chili. The Rotary Club of The Villages is hosting its 22nd annual Chili Cookoff and Home and Garden Show at Lake Sumter Landing today (Saturday, February 2) from 9am to 4pm. You can sample chili from more than 50 competitors at noon for just a $5 donation. [Villages-News]
Smile, you're on candid camera! According to Villages-News, the installation of additional cameras at Spanish Springs Town Square is being planned in an effort to beef up security. [Villages-News]
