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Florida leads the nation in lightning deaths.
The Deadly Cost of Sunshine: Why Florida Leads the Nation in Lightning Deaths and Important Tips to Stay Safe
Florida may be called the Sunshine State, but it’s just as famous for its thunderstorms, lightning strikes, and, unfortunately, deaths. Year after year, Florida sees more deaths from lightning than […]

Englewood 14-year-old nets 47-second hat trick to court world record.
Englewood 14-Year-Old Nets Blazing 47-Second Hat Trick to Court World Record
Rowan Boyer, a 14-year-old from Englewood, pulled off something remarkable: he scored three goals in just 47 seconds during a soccer match. That flurry of goals, known as a hat […]

Who watches the wildlife agency?
Did Florida Wildlife Agency Secretly Spy on Activists Using State DMV Records?
Florida’s wildlife agency didn’t just clash with environmentalists at public meetings or online, they went digging through personal driving records, sometimes repeatedly, targeting at least a dozen people who spoke […]

Oppose Manasota Beach Road
Defiant Activists Vow Fight for Manasota Beach Road Isn’t Over After Court Dismissal: ‘We Need the Community Now’ to Battle Big Developers
The fight to stop the Manasota Beach Road extension continues, even after a recent setback. On Tuesday, July 21, 2026, activists Kelly Bauman and Mary Beth Jones learned that Judge […]

Englewood’s Back-to-School Bash
Englewood’s Back-to-School Bash: Free Haircuts, Backpacks, and Big Smiles
Ready or not, it’s almost time to head back to school! The 21st Annual Englewood Back to School Bash is just around the corner, your chance to kick off the […]

Measles cases hit 30-year high
U.S. Measles Cases Hit 30-Year High as Florida Surge Drives National Spike
Measles cases are surging across the U.S. this year, reaching 2,295, already topping the total from all last year and pushing measles cases to their highest point in over thirty […]

Englewood’s Pioneer Days
Groovy Ballots and Bell-Bottoms: Englewood’s 70th Pioneer Days Pairs a Disco Parade with the ‘Mayor for a Day’ Race
Can you feel the excitement in the air? Pioneer Days are almost here! This year marks the 70th anniversary of Englewood’s cherished tradition, and Englewood is turning back the clock […]

Kim Amontree brings decades of community advocacy to district 4 race.
Kim Amontree Brings Decades of Community Advocacy to District 4 Race
Kim Amontree doesn’t just talk about community service; she lives it. Over the years, she’s rolled up her sleeves in all kinds of roles: leading C.A.R.E., guiding the VBA Community […]

Summer fishing strategies for Southwest Florida.
Beat the Heat: Summer Fishing Strategies for Southwest Florida
Timing Is Everything Being comfortable outdoors in Southwest Florida during the summer is mostly a matter of timing. Early starts and a midday siesta—a rhythm common in tropical regions—work just […]

Up close with the Tampa Bay Bucs. Courtesy Tampa Bay Bucs
Tampa Bay Bucs Offers Fans Ultimate Summer Fantasy: Camp with the Bucs
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are gearing up to open their 2026 training camp with eight public practices at the AdventHealth Training Center. It’s a bit of a drive for some, […]

Help Bring Louie Home
Help Bring Louie Home (Video)
Louie Pierson was always the go-to guy to call when an animal needed help in Englewood. For 25 years, if a manatee was stranded, or a hawk showed up injured, […]

Charlotte County Commission Public Hearing
Charlotte County to Consider $70M Bond and Tax Extension for Conservation Lands
Charlotte County Commissioners will hold a public hearing at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, in Room 119 of the Charlotte County Administration Center, 18500 Murdock Circle, Port Charlotte. […]

Dianne and Karen can’t get enough of Englewood REVIEW’s 2026 Images.
Images: The Ultimate Guide to Englewood
Dianne and Karen can’t get enough of Englewood REVIEW’s 2026 Images. Have you seen this year’s annual edition? If not, you’re really missing out on the most comprehensive guide to […]

Changing futures, one hour at a time. Courtesy BBBS
Changing Futures, One Hour at a Time: Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast Shatters Records for Area Youth
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast just closed out its 2025–26 year with some of the most impressive numbers in the organization’s history. Nearly 1,900 volunteers gave a […]

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. […]

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; […]

