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Charlotte County has lifted the curfew that was in effect just prior to Hurricane Irma hitting the area. Sheriff Bill Prummell said late yesterday that the curfew order was officially lifted as of 5:15... Read More.

A boil water notice is now in effect for Manasota Key, after water service was restored to the barrier island yesterday. Lower than normal water pressure is to be expected from 6131 Manasota Key... Read More.

A boil water notice is now in effect for Manasota Key, after water service was restored to the barrier island yesterday. Lower than normal water pressure is to be expected from 6131 Manasota Key... Read More.

Five patients died at a Hollywood, FL nursing home, due to heat and fumes, possibly from generators. The deaths occurred at the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills and police are conducting a criminal investigation... Read More.

The boil water advisory for the City of Venice has been rescinded. This means the water is safe to drink and use for cooking. The following areas are still under a boil water advisory: "... Read More.

Power has now been restored to over 2 million customers in Florida. By late Tuesday, Florida Power & Light Co. had restored power to 2.3 million customers, which was 40 percent of those affected... Read More.

Starting next month, Allegiant Air will begin some new flights to and from Punta Gorda. In October, the budget airline will be adding nonstops to Rochester and Newburgh, New York, Milwaukee, Flint, Michigan and... Read More.

Plenty of kids will be around the house to help in the cleanup effort across the area. Sarasota County Schools announced yesterday that all schools and district offices will be closed through the rest... Read More.

Things are, bit by bit, beginning to open up once again across the area after Hurricane Irma. Sarasota Memorial Hospital’s urgent care centers at Venice, Stickney Point, University Parkway and Heritage Harbour are now... Read More.

An elderly couple -both who suffer from dementia- have gone missing after they tried to evacuate the area prior to Irma's landfall. The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office issued Silver Alerts Tuesday for Milan and... Read More.