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Starting October 1st, Venice officials will be making a different use of the revenue from the penny sales tax. The Herald-Tribune reports the city plans to fix and replace its old and leaky... Read More.

A felon on probation for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon was arrested in Charlotte County yesterday after CCSO deputies say they found riding in a pick up truck along with several firearms. ... Read More.

Sarasota County Sheriff's deputies arrested 2-men last night after an apparent drug deal turned into an armed robbery. An 18-year old told detectives he and a friend were robbed when they met Tyrone... Read More.

Florida DCF's launching a water safety campaign to keep "Eyes on the kids." The campaign message is simple: Put down your phone, your book, and keep your eyes on your child... Read More.

Gov. Scott says he's going to sue the V.A. for refusing to let state hospital officials inspect federal medical care facilities in Florida. According to WINK, Scott's office says on seven recent occasions... Read More.

29-year-old Curt Rud of Venice has been arrested. He was the man police allege was driving the wrong way on May Street and Bayfront Drive early May 24th when he hit a full... Read More.

The Venice Fire Department wants people to grill safely. The department cites U.S. Fire Administration information showing grill accidents kill 10 people annually. They also cause 100 injuries and $37 million in property loss. The... Read More.

There’s a for a new canal that would substantially cut the boaters spend navigating through Punta Gorda Isles. It would be dug near Sea Edge Drive right where Punta Gorda Isles meets Alligator... Read More.

An airborne bumper may have killed a volunteer at Iowa State Fair Speedway. The Des Moines Register reports 45-year-old Richard Welch acted as a spotter Friday night when a car lost control. The car hit the... Read More.

Harry Chapin Food Bank has received $45,000 from the Walmart Foundation. The money can help fund school pantries in Charlotte and Lee counties through the Kids' Corner School Pantry Initiative.