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New CCF Scholarship Opportunities for Charlotte County – Apply Now
The 2026 scholarship season is now open at the Charlotte Community Foundation, creating opportunities for local residents to pursue higher education. The program supports a wide range of students, from […]
Volunteer Open House Highlights Opportunities on The Legacy Trail
Sarasota County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources is inviting community members to learn about year-round and seasonal volunteer roles along The Legacy Trail during a Volunteer Open House on December […]
Historical Marker Honors Early Englewood Settler and Tamiami Lodge
Community members gathered on Tuesday, December 2, at Cherokee Park, 67 Cherokee Street, for the dedication of the William Goff/Tamiami Lodge historical marker. The new addition is the latest to […]
Charlotte County Public Safety to Host Santa Pancake Breakfast
CHARLOTTE COUNTY – Charlotte County Public Safety will hold the 26th annual Santa Pancake Breakfast from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on December 23 in the parking lot of the […]
Boca Grande Opens Parking Permit Applications as Counties Remain at Odds
Lee County has started issuing parking permits under its new Boca Grande parking ordinance, even as Charlotte County continues to challenge the changes it says limit fair access to island […]
Tringali Center to Host “Honoring Elvis” Tribute Concert
ENGLEWOOD — The Tringali Park Community Center will host a tribute concert titled “Honoring Elvis” on Saturday, December 20, 2025, featuring Rockin’ Rich Charles as Elvis Presley. Doors open at […]
Pearl Harbor Ceremony in Englewood to Mark Eighty-Fourth Anniversary
ENGLEWOOD, Florida — Community members, veterans and local organizations will gather on December 7, 2025, for the Eighty-Fourth Anniversary Ceremony of Pearl Harbor at It will be held at Englewood’s […]
Santa Photos to Benefit EARS Rescue on December 13
ENGLEWOOD, Florida — The Englewood Animal Rescue Sanctuary will host Santa photos with pets on Saturday, December 13 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Green Street Church, located at […]
Shop Small, Give Big: BBB Urges Community Support This Small Business Saturday
November 29, 2025 – As the holiday shopping season begins, the Better Business Bureau Serving West Florida is encouraging residents to take part in Small Business Saturday by supporting local […]
Charlotte County Backs Rebuild Plan for Englewood Beach and Chadwick Park
Charlotte County commissioners have approved a path forward for rebuilding Englewood Beach and Chadwick Park, directing Community Services Director Tommy Scott to begin design and permitting for a midrange plan […]
Enith Mata Promoted to AVP, Retail Banking Officer at Crews Bank
WAUCHULA, Fla., Nov. 26, 2025 — Crews Bank & Trust has announced the promotion of Enith Mata to Assistant Vice President, Retail Banking Officer. In her new role, Mata will […]
Manta Rays take the win in one-point thriller
Lemon Bay snapped its three-game skid Tuesday night, grinding out a 67–66 road win over DeSoto County in one of the closest finishes the Manta Rays have delivered since January […]
Growing Veggies in Space Topic of Selby Library Talk
SARASOTA — Dr. Edward Rosenthal will discuss the challenges of growing vegetables in space during a Community Library Speaker Series program on December 3 at Selby Library. The event, hosted […]
Englewood Invitational Fall Art Festival Moves to Pioneer Plaza for Thanksgiving Weekend
The Englewood Invitational Fall Art Festival will debut at its new location in Pioneer Plaza on Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30 from 10 am to 4 pm, marking […]
Lemon Bay Playhouse Presents “A Christmas Tail” This Holiday Season
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. — Lemon Bay Playhouse will bring a touch of holiday magic to the stage when “A Christmas Tail” opens on December 3 and runs through December 21, 2025. […]
Calling all dogs: GoldenFest XV
BY CATHY COTTRILLcathycottrill@gmail.com The most golden day of the year is coming up at the Lee Health Sports Complex – Hammond Stadium. GoldenFest XV, hosted by Golden Retriever Rescue of […]
