Russo back in court today

The man accused of causing a death in Punta Gorda appears in court again today.Authorities have charged 28-year-old Michael Russo with murder and arson from November.They say he killed 18-year-old Kyle Farishian at a... Read More.

Governor signs bill making cohabitation OK

Unmarried couples living together in Florida can now do so legally.The governor has signed legislation that eliminates a state law from 1868.This law prohibited unmarried men and unmarried women from living together.Michigan and Mississippi... Read More.

Punta Gorda man pleads guilty to drug charges

The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office has announced a drug sentencing plea.It says 31-year-old Kevin Smiley of Punta Gorda has received 15 years in prison for, among other things, several counts of possession and sale... Read More.

Murder arrest in 7-11 Fire

Punta Gorda police have made an arrest in the murder of 18-year-old Kyle Farishian, whose death startled the community for five months. 28 year old Michael Russo of Punta Gorda, was arrested Tuesday... Read More.

Murder Arrest

Punta Gorda police have made an arrest in the murder of 18-year-old Kyle Farishian, whose death startled the community for five months. 28 year old Michael Russo of Punta Gorda, was arrested Tuesday... Read More.

Business Revovery Expo coming

With hurricane season a couple months away, Manatee County is hosting a Business Recovery Expo on April 28. The free event, billed as the first of its kind in Manatee, will be from 8:30 to... Read More.

Sarasota Co. considers ending lawn mowing

Sarasota County may end its "right of way" mowing service.Public works officials say the county cutting the land between the sidewalk and the street may soon stop.It costs the county over $600,000 annually.Commissioners believe... Read More.