A redevelopment near unincorporated Boynton Beach is moving forward, transforming the former The Falls Country Club into an 800-home community. GL Homes plans 500 single-family homes and 300 apartments in four-story buildings on the 168-acre property at 6455 S. Jog Road. Twenty-seven apartments will be designated workforce housing. GL Homes purchased the property for $4.56 million in 2014 but was required to preserve the golf course for 10 years. After it closed in 2025, the redevelopment received approval on February 26th, 2026.
Plans include a clubhouse, pickleball and tennis courts, recreation areas, 35 acres of lakes, and 67 acres of open space. However, traffic remains the biggest concern for nearby residents. Once the development is completed it can easily add an additional 1,000 vehicles to an already overpopulated area. Hypoluxo, Jog, and Hagen Ranch roads will carry most of the vehicles. County consultants say improvements and adjusted signals will keep congestion manageable, but neighbors fear longer backups, cut-through traffic, and slower emergency response times. The first residents could arrive in 2027 or 2028, with the community being completed between 2030 and 2032.
The Truth Behind Boynton’s Latest Restaurant Violations
The next time you choose a place to eat, the menu may not be the only thing worth checking. During July, state inspectors found multiple high-priority food-safety violations at several local Boynton establishments, ranging from a breakfast café and pizza restaurant to a full-service restaurant and golf-club kitchen. Some recorded five or more high-priority violations, while two operations each received seven. Such violations can directly contribute to foodborne illness or injury. They may involve unsafe food temperatures, contaminated surfaces, improper storage or poor employee hygiene.
However, none of the Boynton businesses reviewed was temporarily closed, and some problems may have been corrected immediately. Still, remaining open does not mean an inspection was spotless. Florida reserves emergency closures for conditions posing an immediate public-health threat. For local diners, the lesson is simple: pay attention, check inspection reports and don’t ignore warning signs. A restaurant’s dining room may look inviting while its kitchen tells a very different story. To check if your favorite Boynton eatery is on the list, click here.
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🎉This Week’s Featured Events
3rd Annual Boynton Beach Small Business Summit — Friday, August 14th, from 8:00 am–12:00 pm at the Boynton Beach Arts & Cultural Center located at 125 E. Ocean Avenue downtown Boynton Beach. Local entrepreneurs, business owners, and aspiring business owners can hear from experienced professionals, discover resources, and make new connections. The morning includes a keynote presentation, panel discussions on growing, and adapting a business, networking opportunities and more. For more information click here.
Mötley Crüe: Return of the Carnival of Sins — Friday, August 14th, at 6:30 pm at the iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre, 601-7 Sansburys Way in West Palm Beach. Legendary rock band Mötley Crüe brings its Return of the Carnival of Sins tour to South Florida for a high-energy night featuring the band’s biggest hits and signature over-the-top stage show. The outdoor concert is scheduled to take place rain or shine. Tickets are required. For more information click here
Obon Weekend at Morikami — Saturday, August 15th and Sunday, August 16th, from 10:00 am–5:00 pm at the Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road in Delray Beach. Celebrate the traditional Japanese Obon holiday with live taiko drumming, Bon dancing, cultural organizations, food, artisan vendors, and a peaceful stroll through the Japanese gardens. Saturday includes a family lantern-making activity. Some special activities require an additional ticket. For more information click here.
FREE Summer Saturday at the Norton — Saturday, August 15th, from 10:00 am–5:00 pm at the Norton Museum of Art, 1450 S. Dixie Highway in West Palm Beach. Palm Beach County residents can spend the day exploring the Norton’s galleries, exhibitions, sculpture garden and impressive collection of American, European, Chinese, and contemporary art for no cost. It’s part of the museum’s Summer at the Norton program, which offers FREE Saturday admission to county residents throughout the summer. For more information click here.
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Boynton Residents May Soon Pay New Utility Rates
Boynton Beach residents could soon see changes to their water and wastewater bills - and the city wants customers to understand why. Utility officials are holding town hall meetings to explain a proposed rate adjustment, answer questions and outline investments needed to keep the system safe and reliable. Boynton Beach Utilities serves approximately 112,000 customers across the city and surrounding communities. The next meeting will take place Wednesday, August 19th at 6:00 pm at the Arts & Cultural Center, located at 125 E. Ocean Avenue. Residents and business owners are encouraged to attend, learn how the additional revenue would be used and speak up before future utility rates are officially finalized.
🤔 Did You Know?
Boynton Beach’s city government has come a long way since 1920. Early town business was conducted in humble locations such as the Boynton Lumber Company before permanent municipal offices were established downtown. Government operations eventually centered along Ocean Avenue, evolving as the city grew. The current City Hall and Library opened in July 2020 as part of a larger civic campus that continues to transform today.
