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Executive Order 23-208 (Emergency Management – Impacts of War in Israel)Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Executive Order 23-208 (Emergency Management – Impacts of War in Israel). There are more than 20,000 Americans, including Floridians, in... Read More.

Port Charlotte, FloridaOver 120 individuals gathered at Port Charlotte School Board Meeting with the focus on the school district's position regarding the removal of LGBTQ+ themed books from classrooms and school libraries.Superintendent Mark Vianello... Read More.

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) is investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred following a vehicle pursuit earlier today, October 10 th.Patrol deputies attempted to stop a vehicle in the area of Phillippi Street... Read More.

VENICE, Fla. – Sarasota Memorial Health Care System opened its seventh... Read More.

Residents have offered high praise for their quality of life in Sarasota County, as shown in the 32nd annual Citizen's Opinion Survey. The Sarasota County Commission value the information collected as it provides the... Read More.

Due to popular demand and the success of the past 3 years, The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) is pleased to announce its 4th Annual Halloween Drive-Thru... Read More.

Over 300,000 homeowners in Florida have received a warning regarding an offer letter from a private insurance company, emphasizing the importance of responding to avoid potential financial repercussions. The deadline for response has been... Read More.

FWC issues executive order to close recreational harvest of gag grouper in Gulf state waters starting Oct. 19 At its October meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) issued an executive order to... Read More.

Hurricane Idalia Assistance Now Available… FEMA has approved Charlotte County residents for Individual Assistance from Hurricane Idalia. Homeowners and renters who sustained losses from Hurricane Idalia can now apply for FEMA Individual Assistance, including... Read More.