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North Port Imposes $15,000 Fine, Tackles Unsafe Properties
North Port’s Code Enforcement Hearing on September 24, 2025, imposed a significant $15,000 fine for illegal land clearing. Officials also addressed multiple unsafe and repeat-offender properties, aiming to improve community […]

Thanksgiving Pickleball Tournament set for November 15
CHARLOTTE COUNTY – The Tringali Park Recreation Center, located at 3460 North Access Road in Englewood, will host the Paddle for a Purpose Thanksgiving Pickleball Tournament and food drive at […]

South Venice Community Cleanup: October 18
SARASOTA COUNTY – Sarasota County will host a free community cleanup in the South Venice area from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, October 18. Residents are encouraged to gather […]

Englewood Fire District Issues Safety Warning on E-Bike Charging
The Englewood Fire District is raising awareness about the fire risks associated with lithium-ion batteries commonly found in e-bikes, scooters, and large power tools. In a public safety announcement posted […]

Englewood Elementary’s Everglades Ambassadors Club Sells Student-Designed Native Species Art
The Englewood community is celebrating young environmentalists as the Everglades Ambassadors Club from Englewood Elementary partners with Old Florida Outdoor Center. These creative students have designed and are now selling […]

Vineland Elementary Explores STEM: Hands-On Learning in Science and Robotics
Englewood’s Vineland Elementary students are actively engaged in real-world science and robotics. Recently, Mr. Rodriguez’s STEM classes were bustling with innovation. Kindergarteners built foundational skills using Plus-Plus blocks to practice […]

Kyle Brooks Completes International Professional Designation Process
Englewood Fire Marshal Kyle Brooks has completed the process that awards the professional designation of “Fire Marshal”. The Commission on Professional Credentialing (CPC) met on October 3 to confer the […]

Crowds Raise Their Steins for Second Annual Oktoberfest in Downtown Wellen
Downtown Wellen came alive Saturday, October 11, for the second annual Oktoberfest, drawing hundreds for a day filled with live music, contests, and classic German fare. Guests enjoyed keg tapping, […]

DreamLaunch with Jamail Larkins Inspires Charlotte County Middle School Students
The Florida International Air Show is proud to announce that DreamLaunch with Jamail Larkins will be presented to Charlotte County middle schools during Air Show week, offering students an unforgettable […]

Sarasota Superintendent Experiences ‘Friday Night Lights’ with Venice High Band
Sarasota County Schools Superintendent Terry Connor got to trade places with Venice High School’s Director of Bands, David Wing, to get a firsthand look at the school’s celebrated music program. […]

Englewood Chamber Announces 2025 ‘Let’s Eat, Englewood’ Contest Winners
The Englewood Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of its annual “Let’s Eat, Englewood” restaurant contest, recognizing culinary creativity and community favorites during the two-week dining promotion presented this […]

Burn ban in effect in Sarasota County
Burn ban now in effect due to dry conditions in Sarasota County A burn ban is currently in effect for Sarasota County due to local drought conditions and an increased […]

Sunshine State Good News Tour with Will Graham to Stop in Sarasota Oct. 30
Four-city tour features live music and messages of hope The Sunshine State Good News Tour with evangelist Will Graham will make its Sarasota stop on Oct. 30 at the Sarasota […]

Innovator’s STEM Pavilion to Debut at 2025 Florida International Airshow
The 2025 Florida International Airshow will debut an exciting new attraction this year — the Innovator’s STEM Pavilion — designed to spark curiosity and creativity in science, technology, engineering, and […]

DreamLarge and Ringling College Collaborate to Host 2025 AI Symposium
Ringling College of Art and Design, in partnership with community impact firm DreamLarge, will host the second annual AI Symposium, AI and Creative Innovation: Advocating for Artists and Designers, on […]

Sarasota to Host Veterans Day Parade Tuesday, November 11
The City of Sarasota, in partnership with the Sarasota Patriotic Observance Committee, will host its annual Veterans Day parade at 10 a.m. Tuesday, November 11, in downtown Sarasota. This year’s […]