Neighboring Cities: Yalaha | Astatula | Mascotte | Minneola
Howey-in-the-Hills was founded by William John Howey and incorporated as "Howey" on May 8, 1925. In 1927, the name was officially changed to Howey-in-the-Hills to reflect the beautiful rolling hills and sparkling lakes, which he dubbed "the Florida Alps". The first citrus juice plant in Florida, also built by Mr. Howey in 1921, sold canned juice under the "Lifeguard" name. |