Mark Bado, General Manager/COO of Mizner Country Club in Delray Beach, Fla. joins the Club + Resort Talks podcast to discuss plans for a comprehensive renovation of its main clubhouse, with construction slated to begin in June 2025. The renovation will encompass key areas of the clubhouse, enhancing the facility’s aesthetic appeal and functionality. It will be designed to ensure members enjoy an elevated experience.

The renovation will focus on several areas, including:
– Lobby: A refreshed, modern design to create a welcoming first impression for all members and guests.
– Men’s & ladies’ bathrooms: Upgraded amenities designed to provide increased comfort and style.
– One Mile Bar & Grill: A reimagined space with updates to elevate both dining and social experiences.
– Dining room: Enhancements that will further enrich culinary offerings and the overall dining experience.
– New outside covered terrace: Adjacent to the One Mile Bar & Grill, this outdoor addition will provide new opportunities for alfresco dining and social gatherings.
– Kitchen upgrades: New state-of-the-art kitchen equipment will better support both banquet and à la carte services. The walk-in cooler/freezer relocation will streamline the kitchen layout, improving efficiency and accommodating the increased demand for expanded services.

Bado noted, “This marks another milestone in our ever-expanding commitment to offering our members services that exceed expectations. The main clubhouse has long served as a place for comfort, socialization, and the enjoyment offered by our superior culinary staff. We are confident these updates will elevate the quality and functionality of our facilities. These upgrades will also solidify Mizner Country Club’s position as a premier country club for its members and guests, offering both enhanced amenities and a luxurious atmosphere.”

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The development of a proposed Sports Illustrated Resort in Tuscaloosa, Ala. has been put on hold after the city council opted to delay the project during their latest meeting. This decision comes in response to strong opposition from residents, which was voiced during a recent public hearing.

Concerns raised by the community primarily centered around the design of the resort, infrastructure issues, and the potential increase in traffic. The development faced significant pushback from locals who felt the current proposal did not adequately address these concerns. Residents highlighted the need for additional due diligence on various aspects of the project, including the hotel’s design and the anticipated traffic impact.

Lastly, Sweetens Cove Golf Club, a 9-hole course in South Pittsburg, Tenn. known for its cult following and distinctive approach to golf, is set to expand. While the main course will remain at nine holes, the club is adding a par-3 short course along with a range of new amenities aimed at enhancing its appeal to traveling golfers.

The expansion includes stay-and-play cabins, a restaurant, a distillery, a putting green, a fishing dock, and a skeet shooting range, designed to create a comprehensive destination experience. The original architects of Sweetens Cove, Rob Collins and Tad King, will return to design the new short course. Known for their work at Landmand in Nebraska, their new design will emphasize creativity and flexibility, allowing golfers to experience the course in multiple ways.

Construction on the par-3 course is scheduled to begin in spring 2025, with an expected opening in 2026.