North Port Issues Voluntary Evacuation

As a precaution, the City of North Port is issuing a voluntary evacuation notice for residents in the North Port Estates and areas adjacent to local creeks. Hurricane Irma has caused the Myakkahatchee Creek... Read More.

Water Restored To Most Venice Residents

Water service has been restored to customers within Venice city limits. However, city customers are under a boil water advisory for 72 hours for drinking and cooking purposes, or until the boil water notice... Read More.

Charlotte County Schools Closed All Week

Kids in Charlotte and Manatee Counties will have the rest of the week off. Charlotte County Schools announced last night that the entire district will be off until Monday, the 18th. As of this... Read More.

Downed Trees Blocking Streets on Venice Island

In Venice, Public Works crews are closing Miami Avenue between Nassau and Nokomis on Venice island due to a downed trees hazard. The City Hall will remain closed today and tomorrow. In addition, a... Read More.

Mote Aquarium Expected to Reopen Wednesday

Mote Aquarium is expected to reopen to the public on Wednesday and resume normal operations. Staff were on site during the storm, and additional staff arrived Monday to assess the aquarium. All animals are... Read More.