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North Port Adds Natural Resources Division

Monday, June 26

NORTH PORT, FL – With the need to protect environmental resources rising along with the City’s growth, North Port’s Development Services Department is adding a Natural Resources Division to the City’s toolkit to preserve... Read More.

Two Arrested In Death Of Their Daughter

Sunday, June 25

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested a local couple in connection with the death of their infant daughter on May 31. At approximately 5:12 p.m., deputies responded to a residence in the area of I-75... Read More.

Permitless Carry is NOT Open Carry

Saturday, June 24

Charlotte County Sheriff's Office Starting July 1, Permitless or Constitutional Carry begins in Florida. You must still meet certain requirements outlined... Read More.

Fatal Motorcycle Collision with Pickup Truck Ignites Fiery Accident in Charlotte County

Friday, June 23

SCSO Is Investigating Police Officer Involved Shooting In Venice

Thursday, June 22

Venice, Fl The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred in the area of Park Road in Venice. At approximately 12:52 p.m. this afternoon, deputies responded to a domestic disturbance... Read More.

Operation Crackdown Leads to Eight Punta Gorda Narcotics Arrests

Wednesday, June 21

Punta Gorda, FL On June 20th, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, in collaboration with Punta Gorda Police Department, conducted an operation titled “Crackdown” in the city of Punta Gorda regarding illegal narcotics activity. As part... Read More.

Florida Department Of Health Issues Mosquito Borne Illness Alert For Sarasota And Manatee Counties

Tuesday, June 20

Sarasota, Fla –The Florida Department of Health in Sarasota County and Manatee County (DOH-Sarasota and DOH-Manatee) have issued a mosquito-borne illness alert for Sarasota and Manatee counties. On May 26, 2023, DOH released information... Read More.

Venice City Council Votes to Modify The City’s Zoning Map

Monday, June 19

Captain Morgan Returns: Bigger, Bolder, and More Majestic Than Ever!

Sunday, June 18

Sarasota County Government Seeks Your Input On Ian Disaster Recovery Funds

Saturday, June 17

Sarasota County will receive $201.5 million in Community Development Block Grant-Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds to support the long-term recovery efforts from Hurricane Ian. Funds can be used... Read More.