Latest News

SARASOTA COUNTY — Stephen Dukes, co-owner of HD Custom Homes in Englewood was arrested in Sarasota on a warrant for fraud and misapplication of construction funds. A warrant for business partner, Matthew Harden has... Read More.

NORTH PORT -The City of North Port officials have been discussing a property tax increase for its residents. The current proposal would take the tax rate to 4.2% mills from the current 3.4%. If the... Read More.

Southwest Florida’s Kia Car King, New Yorker Billy Fuccillo,  has agreed to sell two flagship Kia dealerships in Port Charlotte and Cape Coral. Buyer LMP Automotive Holding expects to close the the 36 million... Read More.

Englewood, FL – A tough decision to cancel the November 19-22, 2020 event was made by the Englewood Beach Waterfest (EBW) Board of Directors on Monday, September 14th. “After examining and reviewing the statistics,... Read More.

ENGLEWOOD- The Chamber announced Friday the resignation of their Executive Director Ed Hill. Directors noted that Ed was instrumental in implementing and overseeing programs that have resulted in growth to over 700 members, raised... Read More.

  The Department of Business and Professional Regulation has issued and emergency order to re open Florida Bars starting Monday. Gov. Ron DeSantis and DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears issued the order, permitting bars and other alcoholic... Read More.

A 5-month long investigation, lands one woman in handcuffs after conspiring with inmates to bring contraband into the Charlotte Correctional Institution. Through collaborative efforts between several units within the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, North Port... Read More.

From Gene Sweeney, organizer of the annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony in Patriots Park: It is with great sadness and disappointment that I inform you all that there will not be the annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony... Read More.

Charlotte County Sheriffs Department reminds you that Charlotte County students are headed back to school today! This is a reminder that children will heading to bus stops or walking/riding to school while you are... Read More.

Venice City Council passed an ordinance on second reading Tuesday requiring face coverings in the City. The ordinance passed 4-3, with Mayor Feinsod and Council Members Cautero, Moore and Fiedler in agreement. A note that... Read More.