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Bliss Dermatology + Wellness
Glowing Up: Bliss Dermatology Celebrates Three Radiant Years in Englewood
Bliss Dermatology + Wellness is turning 3 years old, and they celebrated with a community open house on Thursday, July 23, from 4 to 6 p.m. at their Englewood office. […]
Englewood Hero, Louie Pierson
Help Bring Louie Home (Video)
Louie Pierson was always the go-to person to call when an animal needed help in Englewood. For 25 years, if a manatee was stranded, or a hawk showed up injured, […]
Louie Pierson in action
Louie’s Final Rescue: A Community Rallies to Bring Englewood’s Gentle Wildlife Protector Home Where the Mangroves Breathe
Englewood’s Louie Pierson spent his life standing up for wild animals that found themselves hurt or alone, with nowhere to go. For 25 years, he built more than a reputation; […]
Shark Week 2026 Takes Center Stage Courtesy Discovery
The Ultimate Summer Splash: Shark Week 2026 Takes Center Stage with 20 Brand-New Thrills
Shark Week 2026 kicks off on July 26. This summer, Discovery is back with the 38th year of wild shark action. Starting Sunday, July 26, at 8 p.m. and running […]
A county map indicating (in orange) the nearly 5,000-acre property targeted for development south of the DeSoto County line and east of U.S. 17. Charlotte County government
The “Pulte Project”—Dr. Robert Robbins and Advocates Expose Sprawl Indicators as Charlotte County’s RSAOD Mega-Project Collapses
The 6,000-home Pulte project in eastern Charlotte County should be dead in the water. The county missed a critical adoption deadline on July 9, which not only halts the project […]
The controversy regarding Data Centers heats up in the Florida gubernatorial race.
Florida’s Race for Governor Collides with the AI Boom over Data Center Power and Water Usage
Florida’s race for governor is brewing into a fight over data centers and artificial intelligence. Democrat David Jolly isn’t mincing words; he wants a statewide moratorium on AI data center […]
Commissioner Stephen R. Deutsch running for a fifth term.
Sleep Can Wait—District 4 Can’t: Veteran Commissioner Deutsch Rockets Toward a Fifth Term
Stephen R. Deutsch is running for another term as Charlotte County Commissioner for District 4. He’s the incumbent, aiming for his fifth term, and he’s squaring off against Kim Amontree, […]
Wanted murder suspect in custody after a tense I-75 barricade in Lee County. Courtesy Facebook
Murder Suspect in Custody After Tense I-75 Barricade in Lee County
Florida Highway Patrol troopers tracked down a man wanted for homicide Wednesday afternoon, July 22, 2026, in a tense standoff that shut down part of I-75 near Fort Myers. It […]
Peace River Gardens Pineapple Fest
Sweet Beats: Peace River Gardens Promises a Fine-Apple Time with No Meltdowns
You don’t want to miss The Pineapple Fest this Saturday, July 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Peace River Botanical & Sculpture Gardens. Join in for a lively […]
Josh the Otter Foundation invites you to get involved. Courtesy Josh the Otter Foundation
UN’s World Drowning Prevention Day Marks July 25 as Josh the Otter Foundation Urges Action
July 25 marks World Drowning Prevention Day, a global moment to pay attention to the devastating toll of drowning and to take action that saves lives. Launched by the United […]
Happy National Ice Cream Month at Sweet Oasis Ice Cream!
Sweet Oasis Ice Cream Makes Friday a “Scoop-tacular” Free-for-All
Celebrate National Ice Cream Month with Sweet Oasis Ice Cream! What’s better than a sweet, creamy treat on a hot summer day? On Friday, July 24, 2026, bring the family […]
Charlotte County “Fit for Life” Courtesy Charlotte County Government
50-Plus, and Ready to Rumble: Charlotte County Launches 2026 Senior Games
Registration is now open for the 2026 Charlotte County “Fit for Life” Senior Games. This Olympic-style event is your chance to compete, socialize, and have some fun with fellow athletes […]
Florida Hurricane Evacuation Flights Courtesy PriorityEvac
New Membership Offers Guaranteed Florida Hurricane Evacuation Flights For $1,250
A Florida-based company is shaking up hurricane season. Instead of scrambling for flights at the last minute or getting stuck in highway gridlock, residents can now buy PriorityEvac memberships. For […]
Southwest Florida Leaders Debate Property Tax Amendment
Southwest Florida Leaders Debate Property Tax Amendment
A proposed property tax amendment will be on the ballot in Florida this November, and it’s already sparking debate among community leaders in Southwest Florida. The Above Board Chamber of Florida […]
Coast Guard rescues ailing 450-pound sea turtle. Courtesy USCG
Coast Guard and Turtle Hospital Rescue Ailing 450-Pound Sea Turtle off Florida Keys
A 450-pound sea turtle found struggling seven miles south of Sugarloaf Key is now on the mend, thanks to a team from Coast Guard Station Key West and staff from […]
Whale Shark sightings off Florida coast.
Rare Whale Shark Sightings Off Florida Coast Suggest Species Visits More Often Than Realized
Off the coast of Florida, researchers caught unexpected footage of a whale shark near the Dry Tortugas Northern Ecological Reserve. It’s not every day you get such a close look […]
