Author Archives: Bob Gernert

Evansville Western/CSX Access Road Moves Ahead …

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Bob Gernert

Construction is underway on the road that will provide access from Highway 60 to the Intermodal Rail Terminal that will soon be constructed by Evansville Western Railroad, a subsidiary of CSX Transportation. Land has been cleared for this road and … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Winter Haven, CSX - Winter Haven, Economic Development, Transportation | 3 Comments

And the Dome Comes Down …

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Bob Gernert

Once the Orange Dome started down it was a matter of seconds until it lay flat on the ground. View short video here. Richard Koon, Videographer

Posted in Commercial Developments | 2 Comments

Winter Haven EDC Names Executive Director

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Bob Gernert

The Winter Haven Economic Development Council announced today the hiring of David Petr as Executive Director for the newly-formed organization. Petr most recently served as Director of Marketing for the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance and Visit Lubbock, Lubbock’s Convention and … Continue reading →

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Coming In For A “Landings”

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Bob Gernert

The Winter Haven Landings property on Cypress Gardens Blvd. closed today on the interim phase, which includes 4.1 acres in the amount of $881,500. Tucker Construction has installed a camera to take photos every ten minutes of the construction progress, … Continue reading →

Posted in Chain of Lakes, City of Winter Haven, Commercial Developments, Economic Development, General Announcements, Real Estate, Shopping | 3 Comments

Lakeland/Winter Haven MSA Among Eight Towns In FL Bucking the Downturn …

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Bob Gernert

CNN Money is reporting that Realtor.com has ranked eight Florida communities among the top 10  turnaround towns in the Nation. They primarily attribute the turnaround here (the Lakeland – Winter Haven Metropolitan Statistical Area”MSA”) to the opening of LEGOLAND Florida … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Winter Haven, Economic Development, LEGOLAND® Florida, Perspective, Real Estate, Tourism | 1 Comment

WAWA Coming to Winter Haven …

Posted on January 30, 2012 by Bob Gernert

Look for a very popular and successful convenience/fuel store named “Wawa” to build a 5,500 square foot store with an eight-island fuel station at 1490 3rd Street SW — former home of Cypress Lincoln Mercury. The site will be cleared … Continue reading →

Posted in City of Winter Haven, Commercial Developments, Dining, Economic Development, Employment Opportunity | 4 Comments

Taste of Winter Haven Menus Will Tempt You …

Posted on January 27, 2012 by Bob Gernert

The Taste of Winter Haven menus are complete and what they describe will make your evening delectable!  There are still a few good seats left for the evening – link below.  Here’s what you will be served … *Arabellas Ristorante … Continue reading →

Posted in Chamber Events, Dining | 1 Comment

Mahalaks Celebrate NEW Posner Park Dealership …

Posted on January 23, 2012 by Bob Gernert

Join them for Grand Opening festivities Tuesday, January 24 from 3 – 8 p.m. Join the Mahalak family of dealerships as they christen their beautiful new Posner Park Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram with special festivities. Here’s what’s in store … … Continue reading →

Posted in Commercial Developments, Economic Development, General Announcements, Transportation | 2 Comments

LEGOLAND Florida Welcomes Obama Tourism Initiative …

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Bob Gernert

The Orlando Sentinel reports, “President Obama’s Orlando visit today brings to Florida a promise of an easing of visa restrictions for several countries, particularly Brazil, which has been rising rapidly in recent years as one of Orlando’s biggest sources of tourists. … Continue reading →

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LEGOLAND® Florida Announces 2012 Calendar …

Posted on January 19, 2012 by Bob Gernert

If your business is affected by local tourism activities, this schedule is important information to help you plan your year and your promotions. Winter Haven, Fla. (Jan. 18, 2012) – Central Florida’s newest family theme park is gearing up for … Continue reading →

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