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We Love Englewood: Keeping the “Old” in Florida and the “Relaxed” in You (Video)
People are drawn to Englewood, Florida, for its relaxed, Old Florida vibe. You won’t find packed beaches here, just long stretches of sand on Manasota Key, dotted with shells and […]
Englewood REVIEW Mother’s Day Cover May 8, 2026
The Englewood Review’s May Mix: Celebrating Moms, Mentors, and Monday-Thursday Office Hour Shifts
Hey Englewood, we have big news! The latest Englewood REVIEW just arrived, and it’s packed with scrumptious stories for May. In our May 8, 2026, edition, we’re spotlighting our incredible […]
Aerial view of Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay Gets $24M ‘Berthday’ Present to Make Room for More Big Ships
Port Tampa Bay just landed a $24 million federal grant to expand its berth so it can handle more ships. The funding comes from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime […]
Manasota Key Residents Rally at Englewood Beach
Manasota Key Residents Rally at Englewood Beach Ahead of Crucial May 11th Charlotte County Zoning Meeting
On Saturday, May 2, 2026, concerned residents and neighbors gathered at Englewood Beach to protest a proposed expansion of the Manasota Key Resort. People showed up with handmade signs, letting […]
Shovels in place, ready to break ground.
Charlotte County Breaks Ground on New South County Fire & EMS Station
On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Charlotte County held its official groundbreaking for its new Fire & EMS Station 17. At 12051 Maryland Ave., south of Punta Gorda, […]
Bess Wohl Wins 2026 Drama Prize, Courtesy Facebook
From Hermitage Beach to the Pulitzer: Alum Bess Wohl Wins 2026 Drama Prize
The Hermitage couldn’t be happier, as Bess Wohl, a Tony-nominated playwright and Hermitage alum, just picked up the 2026 Pulitzer Prize for Drama for her play “Liberation.” Much of this […]
Games, bounce houses and face painting
Get Ready for Adventure: Charlotte County Hosts Spring Safari Family Fun Event May 9
Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon. Charlotte County is throwing a Spring Safari, and you won’t want to miss it. Bring the whole […]
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s (FWC) 2026 Lionfish Challenge Courtesy FWC
Reeling in the Changes: Florida’s Lionfish Challenge Gets a Personal Makeover
The 2026 Florida Fish and Wildlife Lionfish Challenge kicks off on May 22 and runs through September 14. This year’s competition introduces several new categories, branching out beyond past titles […]
Arctic Alligator Creamery & Bakery and A Better Scoop
A Natural Churn of Events: Arctic Alligator Creamery & Bakery and A Better Scoop Creating a Local Legacy
Sarah Gleba and her husband, Kevin, run two sweet spots in Englewood, Florida: Arctic Alligator Creamery & Bakery and A Better Scoop Ice Cream Shop. What’s special about The Arctic […]
The Robert Kinsley Band
Sunny Days & Smooth Tunes: The Robert Kinsley Band Brings Oldies & Folk to Dearborn Street
Englewood, Florida isn’t just about its perfect weather, sunshine, and beaches. There’s something else this town offers in abundance: the arts. You walk down Dearborn Street, and you’ll hear live […]
The arts are alive at Englewood Center for the Arts. Courtesy ECFTA Facebook
Anything But Ordinary: Englewood Center for the Arts Launches New Era with “Anything Goes”
The Englewood Center for the Arts (ECFTA) has just launched a new era, and it’s off to a lively start. Their opening celebration for World Collage Day drew a crowd […]
Off Key Chorale Courtesy Key Chorale
Life-Changing Music Programs for People with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s
In Sarasota, Florida, adults living with Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s know that music isn’t just an art; it’s a lifeline. Singing brings them more than joy; it lifts their mood, strengthens […]
Star Wars Day is celebrated on May 4
May the Fourth Be With You: Jedis, Followed by Jalapeños
Everyone makes a fuss over the big holidays: Christmas, Thanksgiving, Easter. These are the heavyweights, demanding attention and preparation. But the start of May brings in a kind of magic […]
Kissing Bugs in Florida
Forget Lovebugs: Kissing Bugs Bring a Silent, Deadly Threat to Florida
As spring rolls in, most people in Florida brace themselves for the usual lovebug swarms that dirty up cars. But few realize something far more troubling is lurking; kissing bugs, […]
Lemon Bay Grad, Cher DeVaux First female Trainer to Win the Kentucky Derby
Lemon Bay Grad Cherie DeVaux Sets the Pace as First Female Trainer to Win the Derby
“Golden Tempo pulled off a stunning upset at the 152nd Kentucky Derby on May 2, 2026. Ridden by Jose Ortiz and going off at 23-1 odds, the colt surged from […]
Hurricane preparedness month, Courtesy NOAA
Ready or Not: May is Florida’s Month-Long Countdown to Hurricane Season
Hurricane Preparedness Week begins Monday, May 4, 2026, and with Florida’s hurricane season starting June 1, everyone across the state has a month to prepare. If you’re feeling more anxious […]
