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Swimmers decked out in red, white and blue took to the Peace River at Thursday at noon to celebrate their freedom. "It's July 4th. It's a great day, it's beautiful. We're going to watch them... Read More.

Forecasters say Tropical Storm Erick is intensifying off the coast of Mexico. The U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami says Eric was centered about 145 miles (235 km) south of Zihuatanejo on Friday morning. Its... Read More.

With word the city's property values are up, Punta Gorda's City Council's looking into lowering its mill rate. They raised it last year by 0.5% in the face of public opposition, to 3.2462,... Read More.

Charlotte and DeSoto Counties are looking into whether or not it would make sense for Charlotte County's stray dogs and cats to be sent to DeSoto County. Charlotte County officials and the Animal... Read More.

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) will conduct regional workshops to present information on the revised management plan and permitting guidelines for gopher tortoises. A workshop is scheduled in Charlotte County. The goal... Read More.

Jurors will be prohibited from taking their smartphones and other electronic devices into deliberations under a new rule approved by the Florida Supreme Court. The court approved the rule Wednesday. It also gives judges the... Read More.

Punta Gorda Police have arrested a suspect in Monday's break in and burglary at the Slip Knot Lounge on Tamiami Trail. Employees discovered someone took a hammer to the businesses glass back... Read More.

3-Charlotte County men have been arrested by Sarasota County Sheriff's deputies after they say a loss prevention officer at the Cattleman Road WalMart spotted them leaving without paying for them last night. ... Read More.

The Florida Highway Patrol, Venice District, will conduct a Comprehensive Roadside Safety Checkpoint (DUI Checkpoint) on July 5th, 2013. The checkpoint will begin at 10:00 PM near 4531 SR 776 (Englewood Road), Venice, FL.... Read More.

4th of July celebrations can be very dangerous for our pets. They can frighten some of them enough to cause them to run away. Often dogs far away from the fireworks can feel the... Read More.