History
We’re excited to share with you Magnolia City’s rich history. Every day the city’s historian is keeping watch on developments and is dedicated to chronicling a comprehensive look at Magnolia City’s past, highlighting key events, notable changes and significant milestones that have shaped the community.
Our goal is to preserve and celebrate the stories that have contributed to our identity, offering residents and visitors alike a deeper understanding of our city’s heritage. Join us in uncovering the stories that make Magnolia City a remarkable place to live and visit! What will you do to make history?
Horses and Swamp Puppies
The end of July saw a visit from a group of horse riders from the Evergarden Equestrian Centre. Eager to see what the city had to offer, group leader Aerin Simpson lead the group on an exciting and joy filled ride around our streets, parks and beaches. Aerin said the group were always on the…
Maggy Harrington’s (Forced) Retirement
Magnolia City’s debut month was nothing short of sensational! The grand unveiling orchestrated by Maggy herself was an affair to remember. Her meticulous speech, the refreshing iced tea, the dazzling fireworks, and the sounds of dance music all unfolded exactly as she had envisioned. Yet, not everything was according to plan. What Maggy hadn’t foreseen…
Politics and Ribbons
Magnolia City had been in development for nearly forty years. Many of the government officials and stakeholders who conceptualized the city and worked on its master plan are no longer around. By cutting through marsh and swamp, boring into rock and driving piles into the coastline they laid the groundwork for the city. Magnolia City’s infrastructure,…
The Birth of Magnolia City
Many years ago, the Florida Legislature resolved to establish Magnolia County, encompassing the southeastern coast of Florida near swampland and with access to the Florida Keys. Following this designation, Magnolia City was incorporated as the county’s principal urban center. News anchors noted that the area could bring significant economic growth to the state from “its…
