Sarasota County is gearing up for a monumental moment in sports as it prepares to host the SW Florida Powerball Amateur State Championships from May 15 to 17, 2026. Organized by Southern Pickleball in... Read More.

The recent arrest of a Port Charlotte High School teacher has sent shockwaves through the community and left parents demanding answers. Heather Mashburn-Smith, 37, is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a former... Read More.

Each year, the Florida Suncoast braces itself for Lovebug Season, a peculiar annual phenomenon that brings swarms of tiny black flies—and plenty of chatter among locals. Scientifically dubbed Plecia nearctica, lovebugs swarm in late... Read More.

An unsettling situation is developing on Kenwood Terrace as the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit investigates a death that has left many in the community on edge. With authorities confirming this is... Read More.

On April 11, 2026, the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce hosted the regional round of the National Civics Bee, showcasing the innovative ideas of local middle schoolers. In this vibrant competition, students tackled community... Read More.

In Arcadia, Florida, a non-profit group is flipping the script on homelessness with an innovative approach—tiny homes! The initiative, spearheaded by DeSoto Cares Homeless Services, aims to provide stable housing solutions for those in... Read More.

After five amazing years in the heart of Bradenton, 88 Live Piano Bar & Music Room is throwing a party to remember! Come May 21, 2026, the venue will celebrate its milestone anniversary with... Read More.

In a stunning turn of events, Port Charlotte High School’s very own Heather Mashburn-Smith has been caught in a scandal that’s causing quite the stir in the community. The 37-year-old teacher allegedly engaged in... Read More.