**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**Local Nonprofit Responds to Government Shutdown: Keeping Families TogetherEnglewood, FL — As the government shutdown continues, families face increased food insecurities that deeply aƯect every member of the household, including pets. The absence... Read More.

North Port Parks & Recreation offers free dog training and group walk Dec. 13 NORTH PORT, FL—Dogs and their owners are invited to take part in a morning of training and connection... Read More.

Outdoor burn ban in effect for the City of North Port Press Release North Port, FloridaIn response to extreme drought conditions and a heightened threat of wildfires, North Port Fire Rescue has enacted a citywide... Read More.

Charlotte County Fire Chief Resigns Amid Department Challenges Charlotte County officials and residents are raising questions following the sudden resignation of Fire Chief Jason Fair on Friday. County leaders... Read More.

Boating Accident Claims Life in Punta Gorda A night out on the water ended in tragedy Saturday after a boat struck a rock jetty near Fisherman’s Village in Punta... Read More.

OFFICIAL UPDATE from The Florida International Board of Directors: Due to the government shutdown, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, F-16 Viper Demo Team, and Heritage Flight Team are unable to participate... Read More.

Agape Flights Mobilizes Relief Effort for Hurricane Melissa Victims VENICE, Fla. – As Hurricane Melissa leaves devastation across parts of the Caribbean, Agape Flights, based... Read More.

Press Release October 28, 2025 Charlotte County Sheriff's Office“It is with great disappointment that I must share with you that a Charlotte County deputy has been arrested after an investigation conducted by our agency revealed he... Read More.