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Due to the current U.S. National Weather Service forecast, self-service sandbags will be offered to Sarasota County residents 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 24 and Wednesday, Sept. 25, at the following locations: ... Read More.

BREAKING NEWS A STATE OF EMERGENCY has been issued for 41 counties in Florida ahead of soon to be Hurricane Helene. The following counties are under that order and should be prepared for a high... Read More.

Vacation rental owners reminded to register properties by Oct. 31 Owners of vacation rentals within the Sarasota city limits are reminded to register their vacation rental properties by Oct. 31 to avoid late fees. 09/23/2024 9:00... Read More.

Teen Killed in Alleged Botched Robbery Attempt in Charlotte County PUNTA GORDA — Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell confirmed that one teenager shot and killed another in an attempted robbery gone wrong late Saturday. Lianaal Jean,... Read More.

September 18, 2024 – Port Charlotte, FL Press Release Charlotte County Sheriff's Office A suspect is receiving medical care, pending physical arrest, after a shooting incident near the County line of Charlotte and Sarasota. On the morning... Read More.

Charlotte County Republican Festival Set for September 21, 2024 PORT CHARLOTTE, FL – The Charlotte County Republican Festival is set to take place on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at... Read More.

Press Release CCSO September 17, 2024 – Port Charlotte, FL A pair of juveniles who are suspects in vehicle burglaries and thefts were arrested after stealing a car and fleeing on foot. On the morning of Monday,... Read More.

Tune in Tomorrow at 9 AM for "All About Women": Exploring the Power of Solitude Join us tomorrow at 9 AM on All About Women as we dive into the topic of solitude and its... Read More.