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Punta Gorda Sets Record For Driest September

Thursday, October 3

Last month was the driest September on record in Punta Gorda and other parts of Charlotte County. According to both NOAA and the National Weather Service, the official reporting station at the airport picked... Read More.

Thousands Turn Out at Sarasota Nat’l Cemetery for Vet’s Funeral

Wednesday, October 2

More than 2,000 people gathered Tuesday at Sarasota National Cemetery to pay respects to veteran Edward Pearson. Many had no idea who Pearson even was. Pearson, a resident of Naples, died Aug. 31. His... Read More.

Hands-Free Ban Goes Into Effect Tuesday for School, Construction Zones

Tuesday, October 1

Today is the day the hands-free texting ban goes into effect for school and construction zones. Drivers need to be hands-free of any type of wireless device in active school and construction zones. Through... Read More.

No Swim Advisory Issued for Brohard Beach

Friday, September 27

Sarasota County officials issued a no swim advisory Thursday afternoon for Brohard Beach in Venice. Officials said during routine testing on Wednesday, the amount of enterococcus bacteria found were outside acceptable limits. The beach remains... Read More.

Battle of the Bridges Regatta Set for Saturday

Friday, September 27

The second annual 5K Battle of the Bridges Regatta is Saturday. 152 entries from 18 different clubs are registered to participate. The 3.1-mile headrace, which is hosted by Sarasota Scullers, runs from 8 a.m. to... Read More.

Steube Pushing for Reclassification of Marijuana

Friday, September 13

Sarasota US Representative Greg Steube is pushing for the federal government to lower the classification of marijuana. Currently, pot is a Schedule 1 drug- the same as heroin and other substances that are deemed... Read More.

Venice recognized for Make A Difference Day

Tuesday, September 10

This year’s Make A Difference Day is coming up next month, and the City of Venice has won an award for its effort for last year’s Make A Difference Day. The City won a... Read More.

Police looking for woman who stole razor blades

Monday, September 9

Venice Police are looking for a woman who is seen on video stealing razor blades from a Publix in Venice, on August 23rd. Police say she stole $300 in razor blades from the store... Read More.

Ceremonial ribbon cutting planned for recreation center

Monday, September 9

A ribbon-cutting is coming up later this week, to mark the completion of the Ann and Chuck Dever Regional Park Recreation Center. The event is set for September 12th at 2:30 p.m. The center... Read More.

Repaving set for parking lot

Monday, September 9

If you’re around Port Charlotte Beach Park, be aware that the parking lot will be getting some repaving, from September 16th to 22nd. Parking will be limited. The park is located at 4500 Harbor... Read More.