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The Flesh-Eating Screwworm Fly
Florida Enacts Emergency Border Restrictions Following the Return of the Flesh-Eating Screwworm in Texas
Florida moved quickly this week, rolling out emergency restrictions after the flesh-eating New World screwworm turned up in Texas for the first time since the 1960s. This parasite, which the […]
Earthquakes have been reported along the Caribbean Plate in the last 24 hours, according to the USGS earthquake map. Courtesy USGS
Florida Rattled by Back-to-Back Quakes: The Big Question, “Did You Feel It?”
Living in Florida, we learn to roll with hurricanes, tornadoes, sinkholes, and floods; that’s simply the price we pay for sun, sand, and paradise. But earthquakes? No one ever warned […]
SKY Academy and EARS Balloon Launch
World Tour Concludes: SKY Academy and EARS Say Goodbye to Their High-Flying Student Project
Back on February 19, 2026, students teamed up with their STEM teacher, J.T. Tremaine, and experts from the Englewood Amateur Radio Society (EARS), led by Bill Reed, to launch a […]
Sample Florida Driver’s License, Courtesy FLHSMV
Show of State: Florida Driver’s Licenses to Reveal Citizenship Status in July
Starting July 1, Florida will roll out a new driver’s license and state ID rule: these cards will now show whether the holder is a U.S. citizen. This comes from […]
Sip Sip Hooray, Garden Café
Sip Sip Hooray: The New Englewood Café Putting the ‘Oh!’ in Organic
Dive into a world of bold flavors and vibrant dishes at Sip Sip Hooray, Garden Café. This isn’t just another place to grab a bite; it’s an experience. They want […]
Nurses like Kathleen Wheeler at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital help
Englewood Hospital Secures 23rd “A” Safety Grade in Major Milestone
Englewood Hospital just picked up its 23rd “A” Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group. That’s a major milestone, with 23 times rated “A” in 29 cycles. It doesn’t happen […]
Red, White and Blue Drone Show
Flag Day Event to Honor Veterans and Celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary
On June 14, American Legion Post 103 is throwing a Flag Day celebration you don’t want to miss. It’s happening right on the shores of Charlotte Harbor, and the big […]
It’s Black Skimmer season. Courtesy Audubon Florida
Beachgoers Rejoice: Black Skimmer Baby Bird Season Is Officially Underway
If you spend enough time at the beach, chances are you have come across the unique bird, the Black Skimmer. Skimmers like to visit local tidal flats and beaches such […]
6.1 magnitude earthquake June 8, 2026, Courtesy USGS
6.1 Magnitude Earthquake Off Cuban Coast Sends Tremors Across Florida
Did you feel the ground move? A powerful 6.1 earthquake, the strongest in nearly 150 years, shook the waters off Cuba’s northwest coast on Monday, June 8, 2026. The tremors […]
Lemon Bay Playhouse Courtesy Lemon Bay Playhouse
The Curtain Rises on a New Act: Susana Falcon Takes the Stage as Lemon Bay Playhouse’s New Executive Director
A new chapter begins at Lemon Bay Playhouse in June 2026. There’s been a mix of nostalgia and excitement at the Playhouse. After years of guiding the theatre with dedication […]
Northeast Venice Park
Get Ready to Play: Northeast Venice Park Officially Opens with a Grand Celebration on June 15
Northeast Venice Park is almost ready, and everyone is invited to join the big celebration on June 15 when they officially open the park with a ribbon-cutting and grand opening. […]
Driving in Florida can be a risky bet.
Deadly Toll: Florida Claims Eight of America’s Ten Most Dangerous Highways
Englewood locals know all too well how risky it is to drive on I-75. Just last week, two major accidents shut down the interstate in the early hours, right around […]
Brush fire in Venice, Florida, Friday, June 5, 2026
41-Acre Brush Fire in Venice Completely Contained After Forcing Evacuations
On Friday, June 5, 2026, a brush fire tore through the Stoneybrook area in Venice, forcing residents from at least ten homes to evacuate. Sarasota County firefighters rushed to Tempest […]
From left: General Manager James Embalabala, Field Marketing Manager Kasey Lumpp, District Manager Florida Chris Meli, Vice President of Operations Chris Stevens, Chief Development Officer Heather Frye
AquaShine Express Opens in Englewood, Bringing Clean Cars and Community Spirit to Town
AquaShine Express Car Wash, with its official ribbon-cutting on Friday, June 5, 2026, is excited to welcome drivers to its new Englewood location. The team isn’t just here to clean […]
Florida Cottonmouth Moccasin
Four of Florida’s Six Venomous Snake Species Inhabit Southern Florida
Out of Florida’s six venomous snakes, only four actually make their home in South Florida. You’ll find cottonmouths, eastern diamondback rattlesnakes, pygmy rattlesnakes, and coral snakes in this region. The […]
Cherie DeVaux makes more history with Belmont Stakes victory
Historic Double: Golden Tempo and Cherie DeVaux Conquer the 158th Belmont Stakes
Golden Tempo seized the spotlight at the 158th Belmont Stakes, powering down Saratoga’s stretch just five weeks after winning the Kentucky Derby. Jose Ortiz guided him past Commandment in the […]
