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Loxahatchee - The Name

According to some recollections, the word Loxahatchee is a translation of the original Indian name which was Loochahatchee - looch meaning fool and hatchee meaning creek.  When written “och” is two semi circles meeting in the middle, similar to an “x” - loahatchee.  The Indian translation for lox is turtle.  So, when Loxahatchee was written on maps it was translated as turtle’s creek.

Photo Album 

See photos and videos of our recent past as well as some of our history.  If you would like to share a story or historical photograph, please send it to WebMaster@LoxGroves.net.  If you can't send it via email, please send a note and I will return my mailing address.  Or, you can "stop by" and I will copy and return your material immediately.  I can scan photos up to 8  1/2 x 11 as well as 35mm slides and negatives.  I can also copy most digital camera flash cards.

Judge Bailey's Stories of Old Florida

Listen to Judge Bailey tell stories of old Florida.

Loxahatchee Groves Neighborhood Plan

The mission of the Plan is to preserve the existing unique qualities of the community, yet to improve the quality of life for the residents.  The Plan identifies issues facing the community and offers solutions to those problems.  The plan also states goals which it strives to achieve.

In addition, the plan contains a section describing the history of the area.

Sector Plan

A partial draft of the planned development for Palm Beach County.  It was rejected by the State but is still referenced by many legal arguments for and against development.

Loxahatchee Groves: 'Slow And Steady Into The Future'

A history of the Groves from the Palm Beach Almanac and the Town-Crier.

History of the Royal Palm Beach Pines Natural Area 

An excellent history compiled by ERM that chronicles not only the Natural Area's history but Loxahatchee Groves and the surrounding communities as well.


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