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The Great Inflatable Beach Dash: Pure Cardiopia (Video)
Watch absolute chaos unfold as this majestic herd sprints through soft sand, sends photographers scattering for their lives, and competes for the ultimate title of peak human athleticism!
AdventHealth Expansion
North Port’s Healthcare Boom: AdventHealth Expansion Sets the Stage for Massive 5-Story Hospital
North Port is on the verge of a big change in healthcare. AdventHealth plans to build a five-story, 240-bed hospital, but the process starts with a standalone emergency room, 24 […]
Hurricane flooding damage in Florida
From $46K to $400K: How a Florida Couple Made Citizens Insurance Pay Big After Hurricane Ian
Bryan Guerra and Meghan Fitzgerald spent months tangled in a legal battle after their insurance company rejected their claim. It’s been a long wait, but it finally paid off. On […]
President Trump, Erika and Byron Donalds Courtesy Byron Donalds
Trump Heading to Fort Myers: RNC Names FGCU’s Alico Arena as Campaign Stop Venue
Donald Trump will visit Fort Myers on October 23, and FGCU’s Alico Arena will host the event. The university sent out a campus-wide alert about a large, private gathering at […]
A burrowing owl arrives at CROW stuck on a glue trap. Courtesy CROW
Owl’s Well That Ends Well: CROW Rescues Burrowing Owl from Glue Trap Fiasco
A burrowing owl landed in trouble after it got stuck in a glue trap and ended up at the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife (CROW). The sticky mess covered […]
The powerful roar of a Cold War-era jet will greet spectators when Bill Culberson of FighterJets, Inc. flies the MiG-17 at the Florida International Air Show, Nov. 7–8, 2026, at Punta Gorda Airport. Courtesy Radar Contact Photography – FighterJets, Inc.
Cold War Thunder Hits Punta Gorda: Legendary MiG-17 Set to Roar Over Florida International Air Show
When Bill Culberson of FighterJets, Inc. fires up his MiG-17 at the Florida International Air Show this November, you’ll know it. That sharp silhouette and thunderous roar, straight out of […]
Ann and Chuck Dever Regional Park
Englewood Rotary Inspires Hope, Honoring Local Heroes with the Ann Dever Children’s Advocacy Award
The Rotary Club of Englewood just named the newest winners of the Ann Dever Children’s Advocacy Award. They made the announcement at Ann and Chuck Dever Regional Park, the spot […]
Manasota Beach Road
Oppose Manasota Beach Road Group: How a Roller Coaster Year Forged Unbreakable Community Bonds (A Video Interview)
Development keeps sparking lively debate all over Englewood and Southwest Florida. Residents argue about where things should change, or if they should change at all, but everyone’s opinion seems loud […]
Founder, Tammy Tieu, and Director, Laura Davidson, officially cutting the ribbon. Courtesy Marilyn Johnson
Turning Pages, Transforming Lives: The Literacy Center for Dyslexia Celebrates Grand Opening of Vibrant New Home
A big Englewood congratulations to The Literacy Center for Dyslexia! On Thursday, October 15, 2026, TLC held a ribbon-cutting at their brand-new spot: 12267 S. Access Rd. Tammy Tieu, the […]
Keep your umbrellas handy
Classic Florida: “Dry Season” Began October 15 with 50% Chance of Rain
Dry season officially starts October 15, 2026. But Southwest Florida isn’t exactly cooperating. There’s still plenty of moisture in the air, and scattered thunderstorms will break up the afternoon. Meteorologists […]
Discover your family tree at Englewood Genealogical Society.
Dig Into Your History: Englewood Society Hosts Hands-On Workshops for Aspiring Genealogists
If you love “Finding Your Roots” on PBS or you just get a kick out of digging into your family’s past, you’re going to want to check out the Englewood […]
Florida Wetlands
Court Denies Rehearing Request, Securing Major Win for Florida’s Wetlands and Wildlife
Florida’s wetlands just celebrated an important win. On October 7, 2026, the Conservancy of Southwest Florida locked in a big win for the environment when the court denied a request […]
Kellie Dunson Allen
Englewood Chamber Names Kellie Dunson Allen as New Executive Director
The Englewood Chamber of Commerce just welcomed Kellie Dunson Allen as its Executive Director. Kellie steps into this role with a solid track record: she’s led nonprofits, managed finances and […]
Big Boats, Big Smiles: How All Ages Kicked Off Waterfest Weekend (Video)
Big boats, incredible energy, and fun for all ages! 🚤✨ Friday night’s block party was the ultimate way to kick off Waterfest weekend. Fans of all ages got up close […]
Halloween Notte
Fairgrounds or Feargrounds? Halloween Notte Flips Charlotte County Upside Down
Halloween Notte is back at the Charlotte County Fairgrounds, and it’s ready to turn your Halloween upside down. They’ve packed the place with everything: haunted houses that’ll make your skin […]
Dr. Jonathan Hoffberger
Sarasota Hospital Celebrates Groundbreaking, World-First Heart Procedure
Sarasota Memorial Hospital gained attention because Dr. Jonathan Hoffberger performed a new type of heart surgery that no one had done before. He used two advanced heart implants from Edwards […]
