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Early Florida settlers living out of a covered wagon circa 1890
Pioneer Days Taste Test: How Englewood’s First Settlers Survived the Wild Coast
Let’s talk about Pioneer Days and what our earliest Englewood settlers ate. Back then, takeout apps weren’t even a dream. No DoorDash, Uber Eats, fast food, no pizza delivery, just […]
Coyote Raid in SWFL Beaches
Coyote Raid: Smart Predators Outfox Sanibel and Captiva Island Conservationists to Devour Sea Turtle Nests
Coyotes are outsmarting efforts to protect sea turtle nests on Sanibel and Captiva islands, and right now, the Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation team is feeling the frustration. Last summer, coyotes feasted […]
Andy Sandberg and Jaylin Vinson Courtesy The Hermitage
Aspen Composer Jaylin Vinson Wins 2026 Hermitage Prize, Lands historic Commission and Florida Residency
Jaylin Vinson, a composer studying at the Aspen Music Festival and School, just took home the 2026 Hermitage Prize in Composition. This honor comes with a residency and Fellowship at […]
“Publix, Where Shopping is a Pleasure!” Courtesy Publix Social Media
Green Light for Groceries: Publix Makes Every Lane an Express Lane for Stress-Free Checkout
It’s easy to overlook a story like this with everything else going on in this turbulent world, but sometimes, these small changes make the biggest splash. Publix just scrapped the […]
At the scene on Pasadena Drive
Suspect in Custody After 10-Hour Fiery Barricade Standoff on Pasadena Drive
A tense night on Pasadena Drive ended early Tuesday, August 18, 2026, when deputies took a barricaded suspect into custody after hours of chaos. Neighbors said things got loud around […]
“Four Old Broads” Venice Theatre Courtesy Venice Theatre
Venice Theatre’s ‘Four Old Broads’ Brings Big Sass and Comedic Chaos to the Stage
“Four Old Broads” brings together sass, chaos, and a dash of mischief. Picture four sharp-tongued seniors plotting their escape from an assisted living facility, dodging the villainous Nurse Pat at […]
We Have a Case of Pioneer Days Fever! (Video)
Can you feel it? Pioneer Days is right around the corner, and this year, we’re celebrating 70 years of Englewood’s favorite tradition. The theme? “70s Disco.” So dust off your […]
A wildfire burning near the US Highway 98 is picture, in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, U.S, May 6, 2020. in this still image taken from the social media video. Ryan Debran/via REUTERS THIS IMAGE HAS BEEN SUPPLIED BY A THIRD PARTY. MANDATORY CREDIT.
From Ash to Action: Florida Shifts Gears with 157-Acre Prescribed Burn as Historic Drought Eases
Florida has spent months battling wildfires during one of the worst droughts in its history. Just as the water tables finally start bouncing back and the smoky haze clears out, […]
Candidates Jolly and Donalds
Florida Primaries: Byron Donalds and David Jolly Clash for Governor Seat as Voters Oust Longtime Charlotte County Commissioners in Election Upheaval
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds clinched the Republican nomination for Florida governor, while the Democrats picked former Rep. David Jolly on Tuesday night. With Ron DeSantis stepping down, he can’t run […]
Scammers are using AI to target over 88,000 seniors each year.
Florida’s Ongoing Cyber Threat: How Scammers are Using AI to Target Over 88,000 Seniors Yearly
Most of us like to think we’re immune to scams. That only happens to someone else, right? The truth is, scammers know what they’re doing, and they’re getting smarter every […]
Timmy the Turtle Courtesy Marathon Turtle Hospital
Hundreds Gather to Cheer 270-Pound Timmy’s Return to the Sea
When Timmy, the hefty loggerhead turtle with a stubborn streak, lumbered back into the Atlantic Friday, the crowd in Key West cheered. You could feel the relief, a real sense […]
Wellen Park Eagles Soar in Historic Debut Courtesy Facebook
Eagles Soar in Historic Debut: Wellen Park Crushes Bobcats 45-7 in First-Ever Football Game
The Wellen Park High School Eagles kicked off their football program in style, hosting the Bobcats for a Week 0 matchup on Friday, August 14, 2026. This wasn’t just any […]
I Voted
Decision Day: Florida Voters Head to the Polls for Critical Primary Elections
Florida’s primary election has arrived. Polls open statewide on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. And it’s a big one. Voters will choose party nominees to […]
Cape Coral Fire Department Gives Free LED Lights to Kids. Courtesy Cape Coral Fire Department
Cape Coral Fire Department Gives Free LED Lights to Keep Kids Safe in the Dark
The Cape Coral Fire Department wants to make sure kids stay safe on their way to school or the bus stop, especially in the early morning when it’s still dark. […]
Flying Cars Coming Soon. Courtesy SunTrax
Flying Cars in Florida: “Where we’re going, we don’t need roads. We’re going to get you up in the air,” says DeSantis
Ever since “The Jetsons” hit TV screens back in 1962, people have dreamed of flying cars. Baby Boomers, Generation Jones, Gen X, Millennials, everyone wanted their own version of George […]
Giovanni Pimienta
Venice Teen Arrested After Threats of Mass Shooting
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrested 19-year-old Giovanni Pimienta from Venice on some serious charges: writing threats to kill, threatening to bomb or carry out a mass shooting, and […]
