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09/27/2026 · Islamorada, Village of Islands

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The Power of Not Answering Right Away

A boundary does not always sound like “no.” Sometimes it sounds like, “Let me check and get back to you,” especially when your mouth is sprinting ahead of your actual capacity.

09/25/2026
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Why Shakespeare’s “Summer’s Day” Never Gets Old

Shakespeare begins with a familiar compliment, then quietly pulls the poem away from weather and into permanence. The trick is not saying someone is beautiful—it’s showing what beauty can survive.

09/25/2026

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Attention Is a Form of Generosity

Simone Weil believed attention was more than concentration: it was an ethical act, a way of admitting that another person or idea exists beyond the borders of the self. That makes this small, severe sentence surprisingly useful for an ordinary day.

09/25/2026

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The Bills Come Due, Whether Congress Likes It or Not

Washington is fighting over tariffs, taxes, housing, and artificial intelligence while households keep paying for every experiment. The quiet story sits in the budget machinery, where a few procedural choices could reshape millions of lives.

09/25/2026

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The Immersive Art Boom Needs to Stop Making Us Stand in a Giant Projection

I love being surrounded by color. I do not love paying museum prices to watch Van Gogh’s stars wobble across a warehouse floor while a piano softly apologizes. Immersive exhibitions can be wonderful—but only when they remember the art is not wallpaper.

09/25/2026

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Lusk, Wyoming: A Prairie Detour With Pie, Ponds, and Zero Crowds

Take the slower road to Lusk and you’ll get a Wyoming weekend that doesn’t require a resort budget—or a reservation calendar. There’s a small lake, a good pizza, and enough empty sky to make your phone feel embarrassed.

09/27/2026

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Public Service Announcement

Public Service Announcement • Chipley, FL The City of Chipley Public Works Department will be closing the intersection of Church Avenue & 5th Street on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. for water line repairs. The following roads will be closed: Church Avenue from 4th Street to Hwy 77 5th Street from North Railroad Avenue to Watts Avenue. We will update when the road is open. Any questions, call Chipley Public Works @ 850-638-6346.

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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.

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