Hardee County Represented at 2024 FREDA Summit
The 2024 Florida Rural Summit brought together business leaders, government officials, and community advocates to collaborate on strategies for fostering sustainable growth and economic development in Florida’s rural communities. Denise
Governor DeSantis Appoints Denise Grimsley
The Development Group CEO Denise Grimsley has been appointed to the South Florida State College District Board of Trustees by Governor DeSantis. The esteemed position reflects Grimsley’s commitment to strengthening
The Development Group Reassesses Building Plans
Research from the Center for Community Progress has highlighted that vacant and abandoned properties impose significant burden and revenue challenges on the local tax base. The longer these properties remain
Culver’s Franchise to Bring Economic Boost to Hardee County Through Property Sale
In a strategic move poised to invigorate economic development in Hardee County, The Development Group has announced the potential sale of property located at 897
Governor DeSantis Announces $6 Million Grant Award
Governor DeSantis held a press conference on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at the Hardee County Fair Grounds. The Governor awarded $6,000,000 to The Hardee County
The Development Group Inspires Citizens with Inaugural Meeting
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lJp7d-S74QM The Development Group, Hardee County’s local economic development agency, has continued to engage citizens with unprecedented efforts. The organization has opened its doors to host