Author: Cecilia Lewis

Charlotte County government offices and facilities will follow these schedules on Friday, Dec. 23, and Monday, Dec. 26, in observance of Christmas, and Monday, Jan. 2, in... Read More.

Gulf Coast Community Foundation has provided over fifty nonprofit organizations with transformational assistance post-Hurricane Ian, totaling over $2 million dollars. Over fifty grants have been awarded from our initiative thanks to generous donor’s contributions... Read More.

(ENGLEWOOD, FL) -- Andy Sandberg, Artistic Director and CEO of the Hermitage Artist Retreat, announced on December 15, 2022 that composer and theater artist Imani Uzuri has been selected as the third recipient of... Read More.

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed two bills following the special session that took place this week. Governor DeSantis signed Senate Bill (SB) 4-A which provides $750 million for additional... Read More.

VENICE - A Christmas tree that was dedicated to honor veterans was stolen from the Bay Indies mobile home park on Sunday.The residents had decorated the tree with dog tags to... Read More.

National Wreaths Across America Day December 17, 2022Each December on National... Read More.

The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office has received several reports of individuals panhandling and attempting to sell fake jewelry throughout Charlotte and surrounding areas.

Storm Debris Pickup and Garbage CollectionThe last day residents can place storm debris for collection is Saturday, Dec. 31. Any storm debris already placed will continue to be collected.Waste Management will... Read More.

Florida Fish And Wildlife wants to hear from the public... Residents, business owners, visitors and anyone who enjoys Florida’s waters, if you are concerned about a boat that has stayed in one spot... Read More.

North Port Police, North Port, Florida While the City of North Port braced for Hurricane Ian, the North Port Police Department was called to investigate an apparent... Read More.