Blake Fontenay, a columnist for USA Today, visited Babcock Ranch for a first-hand look at what makes “the Hometown of Tomorrow” one of America’s most sustainable and resilient towns. Fontenay’s column highlights what makes Babcock Ranch a smart choice for modern homebuyers, from solar energy and walkable design to green building standards, EV-ready homes, and hurricane-resilient infrastructure. He also points out how the community stayed powered and largely undamaged during Hurricane Ian, reinforcing why so many families feel confident choosing Babcock Ranch.