Hearing Aid Bill Sent To Trump

The United States Senate worked on something Thursday that may be important to many older Floridians who struggled with hearing issues. It passed the Over-the-Counter Hearing Aid Act of 2017. The measure is designed... Read More.

Charges Filed in Englewood Overdose Death

An Englewood man has been arrested in connection with a March drug overdose. Back on March 28th, deputies were called to the area of Egerton Circle and Wexford Lane on calls of a man... Read More.

State Pays Out Another $82,000 in Legal Fees

Florida is paying attorneys who represented the state and national Democratic Party more than $82,000. Court records filed last week show the administration of Gov. Rick Scott agreed to pay the money to end a... Read More.

Area Adds 2,400 Construction Jobs in June

2,400 construction jobs were added across Southwest Florida in June, a 9.4 percent growth rate compared to last year. The Sarasota-Manatee and Charlotte County metro areas were among 264 out of 358 nationwide where... Read More.

Sales-Tax Holiday Starts Friday Across Florida

Florida's "sales-tax holiday" starts tomorrow and runs through Sunday. The program was put together by lawmakers this past session md is expected to provide over $91 million in tax breaks. Back-to-school supplies will be... Read More.