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Walmart Neighborhood Market Opening June 24 Near The Villages; Fuel Station Already Open

Residents in and around The Villages now have an opening date for the new Walmart Neighborhood Market under construction in Lady Lake. The new Walmart Neighborhood Market at Highway 466 and Hammock Oaks Boulevard is scheduled to open June 24, 2026. According to Walmart advertising displayed at the site, the new store at Highway 466…
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A Great Ocala Day Trip: Golf at Baseline and Lunch at Flying Boat

A group of us recently made the short trip to Ocala for a round at Baseline Golf Course before stopping at Flying Boat Tap Room for lunch. If you’re looking for an easy Ocala golf and lunch day trip from The Villages, this combination makes for a relaxed afternoon away from the usual routine. For…
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What’s Happening Around The Villages This Week: ALDI Opens, Eastport Progress, and Fire Station Plans

If you’ve been keeping an eye on what’s happening around The Villages lately, you’ve probably noticed there’s a lot going on. ALDI opens this week at La Plaza Grande. Eastport continues moving closer to becoming a real town center. Plans are also moving forward for another fire station near the growing Meggison area. Here’s what…
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Havana Country Club Lunch Review: Big Plates and Crisp Wings

Our recent Havana Country Club lunch visit reminded us why the restaurant remains a popular dining destination in The Villages. While Havana may be best known for its golf course setting and happy hour crowd, lunch offered a relaxed experience with attentive service and satisfying food. From the moment we sat down, our waitress impressed…
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