Polk Board Revives Lake Wales Sand Mine Battle After Narrow Vote
Polk County commissioners voted 4-1 to accept an appeal and reopen review of an 856‑acre PH Citrus sand mine near Lake Wales, reigniting a fight between neighbors and developers. The decision follows a de novo hearing held March 17.
Kissimmee Kickoff: Orlando City, Osceola Line Up $50 Million Heritage Park Overhaul
Orlando City and Osceola County signed a memorandum outlining a $50M plan to upgrade Osceola Heritage Park, pairing training and stadium work with new visitor amenities. The agreement splits funding between the club and county and aims to preserve longstanding events.
Society Park's Gen Z 'Country Club' Aims To Shake Up I-Drive With Padel And Plates
A compact “Gen Z country club” called Society Park will bring padel courts, restaurants and a spa to International Drive with a targeted soft opening in April 2026. Developers say the site aims to host tournaments and membership programming.
Snowbirds Own Half of Florida’s Empty Homes, Locals Left Scrambling
About half of Florida’s vacant homes are held for seasonal use — roughly 741,000 units — shrinking the pool of homes available to year‑round buyers and renters.












