Chef T’s Garden Grill has recently closed for business after a long run. It’s not entirely out of the question that the popular fine-dining restaurant in a 1920s-era yellow house has a future as Chef T’s again. “But for now I’m hanging up my chef’s jacket,” Terry Doner said.
Author Archives: Rick Rousos
Toys for Tots Looking for Volunteers
Toys for Tots in Polk County always needs toys. But as the operation gears up for Christmas there’s an even greater desire: volunteers.
New Food Hall Bringing Rotating Brewers, Poke Bowls and More
Maybe the biggest question looming over a fledgling downtown venue called The Joinery has been answered: Craft beer will continue to flow onsite. And the list of vendors who will fill the artisan food hall is nearly complete.


