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HEALTH ALERT - RED TIDE Dead fish are reported washing up on local beaches causing putrid smells and breathing issues for some. The red tide organism Karenia brevis produces brevetoxins that affect the central... Read More.

February 27, 2023 – Port Charlotte, Fl A 35-year-old man was arrested on Saturday after allegedly meeting up with a minor to engage in sexual activity. On Saturday, February 25, 2023,... Read More.

Ghost Orchid Busters! One of the Florida Fish and Wildlife  K-9 handlers was called to the scene of a crime in progress… people digging up plants... Read More.

Sarasota County has released their annual summary of their projects, programs and initiatives undertaken during the in 2022. In addition to... Read More.

Ron DeSantis is gearing up for a potential 2024 presidential run with an official book launch in Venice, Florida next week. On Tuesday, Feb 28 at 8:30 a.m., the Governor's book − "The Courage... Read More.

The Florida Department of Health (DOH-Charlotte) has recently confirmed a Florida case infected with Naegleria fowleri, likely caused by practices involving tap water use for sinus rinsing.Naegleria fowleri is a microscopic single-celled amoeba found... Read More.

North Port Police Department North Port Florida Five juveniles have been identified in the VANDALISIM of The North Port Police and Fire Training Facility on Price... Read More.

Charlotte County Sheriff's Office February 21,2023 A Port Charlotte man was arrested after running a stop sign while driving with a suspended license, carrying a trafficking amount of suspected fentanyl and over $15k in cash. On the... Read More.

Charlotte County, Fl Charlotte County officials have taken the precautionary measure of closing two dog parks in the county due to a confirmed case of Bordetella. Ann & Chuck Dever Regional Park and Katherine Ariens... Read More.

A 65-year-old man from Punta Gorda passed away on Sunday, 6 days after being struck by a car while riding his bicycle in Charlotte County. According... Read More.