A brush fire near North Port has caused quite a stir, scorching at least 60 acres and shutting down a section of I-75. According to the Florida Forest Service, the flames flared up on... Read More.

A disturbing incident has surfaced in North Port, where a 20-year-old lifeguard, Ian J. Inman, was arrested for sexual battery involving a minor. Deputies found Inman and a 13-year-old girl unclothed in an illegally... Read More.

Farmers in DeSoto County are currently navigating the chilling consequences of a sudden freeze, which struck at a particularly crucial time for many crops. As temperatures dipped below freezing, experienced farmer Lynn Steward reported... Read More.

Arcadia’s culinary scene is gearing up for a delicious showdown in the name of community support. Twelve local restaurants are taking part in the 16th annual Food Fight, a charitable event benefiting Habitat for... Read More.

Southwest Florida woke up to a surprising winter blast this past Sunday, with snow flurries gracing the region in a way that’s almost unheard of. Coastal areas like Nokomis Beach faced strong winds, and... Read More.

North Port is on the verge of changing its identity with a brand-new logo and tagline, thanks to community feedback that echoed the need for a fresh look as the city grows. The current... Read More.

A brush fire in Punta Gorda has led to a full shutdown of US-17 at Bryan Way, creating a haze that’s wreaking havoc on visibility. The fire ignited near Washington Loop Road, and as... Read More.

In a heart-wrenching incident in Arcadia, Ryan Thomas found himself facing the unimaginable after a hit-and-run crash. Riding his motorcycle on Airport Road, Ryan was struck by a pickup truck that didn’t stop. The... Read More.