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10/04/2026 · Clewiston
The Two-Second Pause That Gives You Your Day Back
You do not have to answer every request the moment it lands. One small pause can turn an automatic yes into a choice you actually mean.
Shakespeare’s Secret Weather Trick in Sonnet 18
“Shall I compare thee to a summer’s day?” is one of poetry’s most famous openings—but the sonnet’s real surprise is that Shakespeare spends the poem arguing summer is not good enough. Here’s the small, brilliant turn that makes the whole thing last.
10/04/2026
The Most Generous Thing You Can Give Someone Is Five Undivided Minutes
Simone Weil thought attention was more than concentration: it was an ethical act, a way of granting another person reality. Her idea offers a sharp rebuke to the age of the half-listening phone check.
10/04/2026
The Country Runs on Deadlines, Except Congress
Washington keeps turning routine governing into a cliffhanger, while households absorb higher costs and companies wait for clearer rules. The quieter story involves the power grid, where artificial intelligence is creating a very old problem: too much demand and too little infrastructure.
10/04/2026
The Standing Ovation Has Become a Participation Trophy
Not every show needs to end with a roomful of people leaping to their feet like they’ve just witnessed the moon landing. Sometimes applause should be allowed to sit down.
10/04/2026
Red Lodge, Montana: The Road Trip That Climbs Into the Clouds
Start in a little Montana town, eat pancakes, then drive one of the most ridiculous roads in America straight into the mountains. Bring a jacket, even if it’s 80 degrees when you leave breakfast.
10/04/2026
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Expert Tour: Kachina Dolls and Spirituality in Native American Cultures
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Gigantic Improv Comedy Show
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Draft 2027 South Florida Environmental Report (SFER) – Volume I Web Board Public and Peer Review
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The Groveland Parks and Community Services Department aims to offer the community fun, family-friendly events every month. These events are designed to build community spirit while supporting Groveland's unique local businesses and organizations. Our long-term goal is to create recurring events that will become beloved traditions for years to come. Highlights include the 4th of July Celebration, the Christmas Parade, and ongoing activities like the 2nd Friday Block Parties at Lake David Park. Alongside our popular Wacky Water Wednesdays, we’re also excited to offer Youth Summer Camps. Over the past few years, we’ve expanded both youth and adult athletic programs, including basketball. Be sure to follow us on social media for updates on upcoming events and to stay in the loop about all our programs and activities!
Phase 1
Phase 1 | Groveland, FL - Official Website Welcome Home Pay Online Calendar Contact /QuickLinks.aspx Search Home Government Departments Community & Economic Development South Lake Avenue Improvement Project Phase 1 Phase 1 Lake Avenue Streetscape Improvements – Phase 1 Exciting improvements are coming to Downtown Groveland! Phase 1 of the Lake Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project will enhance sidewalks, crosswalks, parking, drainage, and roadway infrastructure to create a safer and more welcoming downtown for residents and visitors. What's Included? New and improved sidewalks and ADA-accessible pedestrian connections Crosswalk enhancements for improved pedestrian safety Additional and upgraded on-street parking Roadway, curb, and sidewalk reconstruction Stormwater and shoreline improvements near Lake David Preservation of historic brick roadway elements where possible Traffic Impacts Construction will require a temporary closure of a portion of North Lake Avenue near East Magnolia Street. Clearly marked detours will be in place, and access to homes, businesses, and public facilities will be maintained throughout construction. Lake David Amenities Remain Open The Lake David Center, Splash Pad, Boat Ramp, and other park amenities will remain open and accessible throughout construction. Please use caution when traveling near active construction areas and follow posted signage for your safety. Project Maps & Detours Please review the maps below for construction areas, detour routes, and traffic control information to help plan your visit during construction. Lake Avenue Phase 1 Traffic Control Plan – Page 1 Lake Avenue Phase 1 Traffic Control Plan – Page 2 The MOT plans identify the work area, road closure locations, detour routes, and advance warning signage that will be in place during construction. Access for residents and businesses will be maintained throughout the project. Thank You We appreciate your patience as these improvements are completed. These upgrades will help create a more accessible, walkable, and enjoyable downtown Groveland for years to come.
Fix It! Zephyrhills
Fix It! Zephyrhills is the City's customer service tool that allows citizens to quickly and easily report quality of life issues. Encounter a pothole? See a street light that needs fixing? Need an inspection? Report it using the form below or download the See Click Fix mobile app for your smartphone via the Apple or Android App Store. Please note: This tool should not be used to file an insurance claim for damages. If you would like to file such a claim, use this form: Citizens who report issues will receive an automated response letting them know that their issue has been received if they provided an email address. Once an issue has been assigned, another email will be sent to provide a status update. Please note: not all issues will be able to be immediately fixed. Issues will be completed based on priority level and budget status. We welcome citizen feedback and will be monitoring the application regularly in an effort to continuously improve its effectiveness. View existing requests here: https://seeclickfix.com/zephyrhills Download from the Apple App Store here: Apple App Download from the Google Play Store here: Google App
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