News Brief

A tragic incident unfolded on Veterans Boulevard in Port Charlotte when a crash involving a pickup truck and motorcycle left one person dead and resulted in the closure of the busy road. Emergency services... Read More.

The Sarasota County Fire Department has once again proven to be a leader in emergency response, achieving the remarkable 2026 Mission: Lifeline® EMS Gold with Target: Stroke Honor Roll for the tenth consecutive year.... Read More.

In a move that has parents juggling their budgets like circus performers, Charlotte County Public Schools has announced an increase in school meal prices for the first time in over a decade. You heard... Read More.

Charlotte County is under a precautionary boil water notice that has residents in the Ackerman area scratching their heads and filling their kettles. Following necessary water line repairs, the Charlotte County Utilities Department is... Read More.

Charlotte County is rolling out a substantial $340,000 grant to tackle the pressing issue of affordable housing. This funding aims to support multi-family developments seeking housing credits from the Florida Housing Finance Corporation. Developers... Read More.

This year’s Thunder by the Bay Music & Motors Festival was a smash hit, raising an impressive $310,000 for Suncoast Charities for Children, all while delivering a star-studded weekend. With iconic performances by bands... Read More.

Charlotte County is stepping up its game with a hefty $7.4 million grant from FEMA, aimed at bolstering preparations for future storms. The funding is set to be used for crucial projects like designing... Read More.

In the quiet town of Arcadia, Florida, a storm is brewing—or should we say, a data center is being built? DeSoto County has given the green light for a 35,000-square-foot facility that promises to... Read More.

In a disturbing verdict that has rocked the Punta Gorda community, former teacher Dagoberto Pena has been sentenced to 60 years in federal prison for producing and receiving child pornography. This case unfolded as... Read More.

A troubling incident has come to light in Englewood, Florida, involving 44-year-old Melchor Hernandez Alcaraz, who was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl. According to authorities, the alarming events unfolded at the... Read More.