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Good Morning, Villagers. Get ready to rock, roll, and explore! In this week’s Villages Pulse, we’ve got the results of the epic battle for your favorite square, a sneak peek at Edenfield’s transformation, and big news on group travel, and Bonifay remodel incoming! Today is 🍍🥥 National Pina Colada Day. Time to sip, chill, and pretend you're on a beach—whether you’re at the pool or just in your backyard! 🍹🌴

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In today’s Villages Pulse:

• Your Favorite Square For Entertainment

• All in on Group Trips

• Edenfield plus Oak Hollow Golf Course Update

• Bonifay Remodel, and more!

Let’s dive in.

— Kevin Rogers, Publisher

Favorite Square Poll Results!

🎶 The Villages Voted — and It Was a Nail-Biter! 🎶

In a sizzling showdown, Lake Sumter Landing narrowly beat out Brownwood Paddock by just 10 votes (210 vs. 200)! Talk about a photo finish! 🥇🥈 All day Monday, they traded places back and forth several times as the votes came in!

Spanish Springs held steady in 3rd with 80 votes, while Sawgrass Grove charmed 42 voters. Only 9 folks said “None”—clearly, live music is the vibe! 💃🕺

In the comments, fans raved about Brownwood’s covered seating and “younger vibe,” while Sumter lovers highlighted the lakeside boardwalk and lively atmosphere. One voter summed it up: “Sumter is a close second — but Brownwood has better restaurants and shade!” No matter your pick, it’s clear The Villages is pulsing with musical joy! 🎵

FYI: Did you know you could watch live webcams of each square? Now you can see how busy it is before heading down.

Poll 2 Results: Interest in Group Travel

🚌 Villages Pulse on the Move? You Bet! 🚌

Re: Monday’s Poll: A big yes to hitting the road together — 184 readers (out of 202 voters) voted in favor of Villages Pulse group bus trips! Only a handful said “no” or “other,” making this one of our most enthusiastic poll results yet! 🙌

From theater, concerts and casino runs to St. Augustine Christmas lights and beach getaways, your comments were full of fun ideas. One reader even suggested a trip to the Georgia Aquarium! 🎟️🐠

👉 Now, a quick heads-up: I’m not licensed to sell travel, so I’d need to partner with a pro to make these trips happen. If you, or someone you know is licensed and bonded and interested in working with us, reach out by hitting reply. Stay tuned, we’ll figure this out!

Villages Progress

🏡 Edenfield Is on the Rise! 🏗️

In this fresh video update, you'll get a bird’s-eye view of Edenfield, the up-and-coming neighborhood just east of Wellpoint and north of Eastport. From the new mail center and rec area to the lush Oak Hollow Championship Golf Course (which, ironically, is a bit light on oaks 🌳), progress is moving fast—even with daily summer downpours! Plus, peek at the brand-new French-themed St. Tropéz Rec Center. It’s all happening fast—check it out! 🎥

Business News

Bonifay To Close For Remodel!

 🚧 Bonifay Country Club’s getting a makeover! 🌴 Closed July 14 - 27, it’s swapping Caribbean vibes for chic Northeastern coastal charm. Think Hamptons flair, fresh interiors, and a tasty new menu! The same warm hospitality awaits.

🚨 Villages Health Files for Bankruptcy – What You Need to Know

The Villages Health, a major healthcare provider for thousands of local residents, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on July 3 after uncovering serious Medicare billing issues. The company self-reported that it had received at least $361 million in overpayments from Medicare due to improperly coded or undocumented claims, dating back several years.

While no one has been arrested or charged, the federal government could seek additional penalties under the False Claims Act — potentially tripling the amount owed.

What does this mean for you?
For now, patient care is continuing as usual. Clinics remain open, doctors are still seeing patients, and services are uninterrupted.

To help manage its debts and move forward, The Villages Health is selling its eight primary care centers and two specialty clinics to CenterWell, a senior-focused provider owned by Humana. The sale is part of a court-supervised process and is expected to ensure stability for patients and staff.

This situation is a reminder of how complex healthcare billing can be — and how critical oversight is. We’ll keep you posted as the case develops, especially if anything affects your care.

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Upcoming Events

Want a Featured Event with a poster/image? Reach out.

🎨🍷 Paint & Sip | Legacy Restaurant | Thu Jul 10 | 12 pm | Register 🔥 going fast

🎤 Jersey Frank Live | Orange Blossom Hills CC | Thu Jul 10 | 4 - 7pm | Details

♠️ No Limit Hold’em Deep Stack | Oxford Downs | Thu Jul 10 | 6:15pm | Details

🐎 Summer Series V Hunter/Jumper | World Equestrian Center | Thu - Sun | Details

♦️ Duckie’s No Limit Hold’em | Oxford Downs | Fri Jul 11 | 10:15 am | Details

🍸️🎵 Patio Nights - cocktails & music | Brownwood Hotel | Sat Jul 12 | Details

🎤 The Big Bad Live | Oxford Downs Tiki Bar | Sat Jul 12 | 6:30 pm | Details

Liverpool Live: Beatles Tribute | Grand Oaks Resort | Jul 13 | 2 pm | Details

⛳️ New To Golf School | Sarasota Practice Center | Jul 14 | 9 am | Details

🏌️ Refresher Golf School | Sarasota Practice Center | Jul 14 | 1pm | Details

🍽️ Cooking Class | Legacy Restaurant | Tue Jul 15 | 12 pm & 2:30 pm | <Register at link

💃 Sounds of The Summer Picnic | Bridgeport Rec | Wed Jul 16 | 6pm | Details

🎭️ Villages Theater Company Presents: Tribute | Mulberry Grove Rec | Jul 25 - 28 | Details and Tix

On Sale This Week

AUSTEN’S PRIDE: A New Musical of Pride and Prejudice | The Sharon | Sept 17-18 | Tickets

Chris Funk-The Wonderist | The Sharon | Nov 1 | Details + Tickets

If you have an event you want to announce to 5,500+ local Villagers, email us the details at [email protected]

Weather

Thursday: 91 🌡️ 75| 🌤️ | 50% | 🌬️ SW 5 mph

Friday: 92 🌡️ 74 | ☀️ | 50% | 🌬️ SW 5 mph

Saturday: 91 🌡️ 74 | ☀️ | 50% | 🌬️ Light Winds

Sunday: 92 🌡️ 75 | 🌦️ | 60% | 🌬️ Light Winds

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