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Hurricane Relief deadline extended to Jan. 1.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Extends $600M Hurricane Relief Deadline to Jan. 1
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson just extended the deadline for Florida’s hurricane disaster relief grant, giving farmers hit by hurricanes in 2023 and 2024 more time to apply for over […]
Devastating hurricane destruction in Florida
Florida’s Blueprint for Survival: How the Sunshine State is Reshaping Coastal Defense for a Rising Sea
(Reporting by the Associated Press contributed to this story.) Jeffrey Huber still sees it clearly: one day there was a roof on his family’s house, and the next, Hurricane Andrew […]
Sea Turtle Season is Winding Down Courtesy AMITW
Anna Maria Island Hatchlings Dash to Sea as Nesting Season Winds Down
Sea turtle hatchlings are still making their way out of nests along Anna Maria Island, even as the season finally winds down. The Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch (AMITW) reported […]
Eclipse Thursday Night, Early Friday Morning
Englewood Gets a Front-Row Seat This Friday: 96% ‘Near-Total’ Blood Moon to Turn Our Night Sky Deep Red
Circle Friday, August 28, 2026, on your calendar because this is a lunar eclipse you really don’t want to miss. From Thursday night into early Friday morning (August 27/28), almost […]
Florida Mandatory ECG Screenings
The Law That Saved a Sophomore: 15-Year-Old Athlete Shocked by Heart Diagnosis
A routine heart screening changed everything for Cameron Crider, a 15-year-old sophomore at Calvary Christian High School. He never felt sick, not a single symptom. All his life, he’d been […]
Hurricane season is here
Before the Storm Hits: Five Ultimate Hurricane Preparedness Steps
Hurricane prep isn’t just about comfort; it’s about safety. If you skip the basics, hurricanes don’t forgive. They can rip apart homes, flood neighborhoods, and leave you scrambling. Preparation is […]
A home on Knight Island in flames on Kettle Harbor Drive
Firefighters Race Across Kettle Harbor to Fight Knight Island Blazes
On the afternoon of August 22, 2026, a home on Knight Island (also known as Palm Island), just off Kettle Harbor Drive, went up in flames. Smoke rose over the […]
Pioneer Days 2026: Back to the 70s (Video)
We love our Pioneer Days, and this year marks a huge milestone: 70 years of Englewood’s favorite tradition. The theme this time? “70s Disco.” Time to dig out those bell-bottoms, […]
Nothing beats an Englewood sunset.
Saharan Dust Easing Out: Catch Englewood’s Vibrant Sunsets Before Wet-Season Routine Returns
Longing for one of those brilliant orange Englewood sunsets? Now’s the time to catch one, because the magic comes from Saharan dust, and that’s leaving soon. With those thick plumes […]
Kevin Guthrie Courtesy Facebook
Guthrie Resigns: Florida Emergency Chief Exits for 2026 Gubernatorial Campaign Run
Florida’s Emergency Management Director, Kevin Guthrie, stepped down this week. The move came quickly, as he resigned to join Jay Collins’ campaign for governor, aiming for the lieutenant governor slot. […]
Allegiant and Sun Country Courtesy Allegiant Airlines
Escape to New England: Allegiant Launches New Nonstop Winter Flights from Tampa Bay
Allegiant just rolled out some new nonstop flights from two Tampa Bay airports. Starting February 13, you can fly direct from St. Pete-Clearwater International (PIE) to Boston Logan (BOS), and […]
The Fight for Manasota Beach Road
Manasota Beach Road Activists Secure Major Legal Win as Judge Clears Way for September Hearing
On Friday, August 21, 2026, the news broke: Kelly Bauman and the Oppose Manasota Beach Road group celebrated a big win. Judge Suzanne Van Wyck ruled in Kelly Bauman’s favor. […]
Back to School Safety
Back to School, Back to Safety: The Lifesaving Reminders Every Driver Needs
School’s back in session, so let’s talk about keeping kids safe on the roads. These reminders from Sarasota County Schools apply to everyone, no matter where you live. As you […]
Post Office on Dearborn Courtesy Lemon Bay Historical Society
Pioneer Days Special: The 1896 Midwest Roots of Englewood’s Dearborn Street and Bridging ‘the Trail’
To celebrate Pioneer Days, let’s take some time to revisit the stories and spirit that shaped Englewood, especially its beloved Dearborn Street and the development of Tamiami Trail. How Dearborn […]
(From left) Paul Jr., Kristen, Paul Sr. and Aubrey Wagenseil cut the ribbon at the new location for Gulfstream Insurance Agency. Courtesy Marilyn Johnson
Gulfstream Insurance Agency Rides New Wave of Growth with Englewood Road Ribbon-Cutting
Congratulations to the team at Gulfstream Insurance Agency. On August 20, 2026, Paul Jr., Kristen, Paul Sr., and Aubrey Wagenseil just cut the ribbon at their new office at 1600 […]
Verdict looming for the fate of Manasota Beach Road.
Verdict Looming: Judge Set to Decide Fate of Manasota Beach Road Controversy
There’s another update in the ongoing fight over the fate of Manasota Beach Road. On August 19, 2026, supporters and critics gathered on Zoom for the latest in a series […]
