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In a unanimous vote on Tuesday, The Venice Planning Commission rejected a Comprehensive Plan Amendment that would have created a new and unique “mixed use... Read More.

Here are the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) statistics available for Florida and our... Read More.

The Venice police are investigating a possible drowning of a 50 year old male that took place Sunday at Venice Beach Florida.Venice and Sarasota County... Read More.

Here are the latest coronavirus (COVID-19) statistics available for Florida and our area counties, as of this afternoon. It appears that COVID-19 has shown a... Read More.

Clergy, law enforcement, and county and city officials united outside the Charlotte County Justice Center Wednesday. for prayers and positive reflection. Rev. Louis Anderson, president... Read More.

Venice was ranked No. 13 in a USA Today vote for competition for the favorite coastal town in America. Increased voting placed Venice 10 steps... Read More.

The burn ban has been lifted in Charlotte County.Burning of yard waste (grass clippings, brush, leaves, tree limbs, palm fronds, etc.) is permitted as long... Read More.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has extended the statewide moratorium on evictions through July 1. The former ban was scheduled to end at 12:01 a.m. June... Read More.

 The West Villagers For Responsible Government has some 2,000 petition signatures to remove the West Villages from North Port. West Villagers for Responsible Government formed... Read More.

PUNTA GORDA — The Military Heritage Museum in Punta Gorda opened Friday after being closed for months in response to the coronavirus pandemic. The museum,... Read More.