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Stitched Together with Love: Fandango Sanctuary
Stitched Together with Love: How a Woman’s Fierce Devotion Built a Sanctuary of Hope for Rescued Animals (Video)
Jane Goodall once said, “We’re not, after all, separate from the animal kingdom. We’re part of it.” That idea pulses through every inch of The Fandango Sanctuary. Picture a single […]
One Fence Post at a Time
“We’re not, after all, separate from the animal kingdom. We’re part of it.” Jane Goodall How one single mother built an animal sanctuary, and found hope, purpose, and love along […]
Aubrey Souza is scooping up success, one sale at a time.
Scooping Up Success: How One Teen Made Her Own Dream Job
At just 15, Aubrey Souza has already done something most teens only daydream about: she turned her passion into an actual business. While many high school students spend the summer […]
The Englewood REVIEW latest edition is chock-full of stories.
Hot off the Press, Cool for the Veranda: The Latest Englewood Review is Served
The Englewood REVIEW just dropped its latest edition on Friday, July 17, 2026, and it’s chock-full of stories to read as you sip your sweet tea on the veranda and […]
Tom and Annemarie D’Abrosca with the Englewood REVIEW on a river cruise along the Danube.
Join the Adventure: Show Us Your Englewood REVIEW Traveling the World
Where in the world will you take the Englewood REVIEW next? There’s something special about how the Englewood REVIEW gets around. It’s not just a local newspaper, it’s a well-traveled […]
Marching Band officially counts towards both physical education and performing arts credits.
Trade Your Gym Shorts for Uniforms: Marching Band Officially Counts as Gym Credits
Starting next week, Lemon Bay High School’s Marching band kicks off its summer camp. If you’ve ever marched in the Florida heat, you know the drill; this isn’t just playing […]
Oppose Manasota Beach Rd. It’s been a long battle. Courtesy OMBR Facebook
In the Judge’s Hands: Oppose Manasota Beach Road Makes Its Case, Now Waits for the Verdict
We won’t bury the headline: Oppose Manasota Beach Rd., represented by Kelly Bauman and Mary Beth Jones, made their arguments directly to Judge Van Wyk and now await her decision, […]
Historic Manasota Beach Club Rebuilds While Preserving Coastal Legacy
Visit This Manasota Waterfront Destination and Explore Nature Quiet sunsets, uncrowded beaches, and a slower pace of life have drawn generations of families to Manasota Beach Club for over 65 […]
The Burmese Python isn’t just an Everglades problem anymore
Not Just an Everglades Problem: Southwest Florida Named Latest Python Breeding Hotspot
Burmese pythons have grabbed headlines recently, especially with the spotlight on the Python Challenge. But the actual story is that these invasive predators are turning up in new places, and […]
Sarasota County Lifts Burn Ban Courtesy Sarasota County
Sarasota County Lifts Burn Ban After Recent Rain Eases Wildfire Threat
The Sarasota County Fire Department lifted its countywide burn ban on July 12, 2026. After a stretch of recent rainfall, the Keetch-Byram Drought Index dropped below 500 for seven straight […]
Bakers have been using potassium bromate since 1916.
Florida Subpoenas General Mills, Pillsbury Over Banned-Abroad Food Additive
People are growing more curious and concerned about what goes into their food. Take potassium bromate, for example. It’s a common flour additive in the U.S., but much of the […]
Lee County deputies used a drone for a dog rescue. Courtesy Lee County Sheriff’s Office
The Ultimate “Fetch”: Drone Spots Adventurous Dog Stuck in Storm Drain
Drones are in the spotlight these days, sometimes for sparking controversy, sometimes for swooping in with prescription meds, especially around Tampa Bay and St. Petersburg. But here’s a story that […]
Lemon Bay Playhouse Courtesy Lemon Bay Playhouse
Brewing Up Talent: Lemon Bay Playhouse Holds Auditions for ‘Bell, Book and Candle’
Ever imagined yourself under the stage lights, stepping into someone else’s shoes and captivating an audience? Here’s your chance. Lemon Bay Playhouse is calling all local actors for auditions for […]
Many animals are waiting for their forever home.
Room in Your Home, Room in Your Heart: Sarasota County Pets Are Waiting for Their Second Chance
Thinking about adopting a pet? Maybe you’ve been wishing for a dog or cat to brighten your days. Now’s your chance. The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office Animal Services shelter has […]
Tal Anderson scores an Emmy nomination. Courtesy thetalanderson.com
Cape Coral Native Tal Anderson Scores Emmy Nomination For HBO’s “The Pitt”
If you’re hooked on HBO’s “The Pitt,” here’s a fun Southwest Florida tie-in: Tal Anderson, who grew up in Cape Coral, just picked up her first Emmy nomination. She’s up […]
Oppose Manasota Beach Rd. Group
Manasota Beach Road Legal Battle: Judge to Decide on Developers’ Push to Dismiss Case This Thursday
On Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., Kelly Bauman joins a public Zoom hearing before the Administrative Law Judge at the Chamber of Commerce. The main item: arguments on […]
