Welcome to
FOOTBALL'S RICHEST SOIL ON EARTH
MUCK CITY PROJECT
OUR COMMUNITY, OUR STORY!
WE'RE IN...ARE YOU?
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Right smack in the middle of the Sunshine State passed the beautiful beaches, palm trees, million-dollar homes, hustle and bustle of city life, lies the trifling community 30 miles west of downtown West Palm Beach. A community so off the beaten path it’s literally surrounded by sugar cane fields. A community that just so happens to be the richest producing College & NFL soil on earth! An area most have never heard of, nor knew has such rich history for not only its agriculture, but producing athletes called...
THE MUCK!
This area of the country throughout history has produced most of the sugar used in the United States at one point; it has also produced the most number of Collegiate & NFL athletes per capita in any region of the world where football is not only life, but a way out.
Over 400 Collegiate & 70 NFL athletes and still counting....
MUCK CITY PROJECT
America's most under-recognized community for its agricultural history and athletic dominance. The Muck City project focuses on bringing locals and outsiders together; to preserve, recognize the magnitude of success, and reflect on the history from a part of the country that has played such an intricate part of America's pastime and favorite sport. Whether born and raised in The Muck or learning about it for the first time, it’s a story that needs to be told, heard and shared!
The existence of Muck City dates back to the early 1900's related to the federal project of draining the land around Lake Okeechobee, the acreage known for its rich quality and quantity of loamy black muck soil. This region of Florida produces some of the richest soil on earth, having produced over 75% of the United States sugar supply and many other crops used by the American people throughout history. The history of the muck not only lies in its soil and agriculture, but in its people, which is a major part of American history...
HISTORY
MUCK CITY EVENTS
LIST OF UPCOMING & PREVIOUS EVENTS AROUND THE MUCK
Inspire & Mingle Empowerment Mixer
December 09, 2017
Social event desiring to unite females in surrounding communities to inspire and motivate each other & our young women of the community. Gathering women together in one place where they can discover, share and then leave full of positivity towards the great community we have the privilege to be apart of. This event is designed to empower and to identify motivational factors. Participants will engage in several activities as they discover areas of strengths and areas to strengthen. Motivational, implementation, and application tools will be used to stimulate self-awareness. You will leave this Empowerment event with effective tools and strategies for a more productive and effective self.
October 19, 2017
Area parents and students of all ages are invited to an open house event to learn about careers in the energy industry. The evening will include dinner, a short presentation, and prize drawings. Representatives from industry and educational programs will be on hand to speak with attendees about educational options and the many career paths and opportunities within Florida's gas and electric utilities.
THE GLADES COMMUNITY
A community better known as The Muck is made up of four cities boarding the Southern tip of Lake Okeechobee; Belle Glade, Pahokee, South Bay & Clewiston.
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LOCAL BUSINESSES
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