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Gas prices continue to rise
Florida Dreams, Rising Bills: Families Feel the Squeeze
Living in Florida has gotten a lot more expensive, and the pace of rising costs is leaving many residents struggling to keep up. Over the last decade, the cost of […]
Celebrating Earth Day and Its Florida Beginnings
Earth Day lands on April 22, beginning back in 1970. In Florida, people wasted no time getting involved. Pollution had become impossible to overlook; pesticides were killing off eagles, fish […]
Hurricane Season 2026
Forecasters Eye Powerful El Niño for 2026 and What It Means for Florida Hurricane Season
A strong El Niño looks set to develop by summer 2026. Forecasters say there’s about a 61-62% chance it takes hold between June and August. There’s even a 1-in-4 shot […]
Manwela and Hans Picinich soaking up the sun with Englewood REVIEW
Join the Adventure: Show Us Your Englewood REVIEW Traveling the World
Where in the world will you take the Englewood REVIEW next? From sunny St. Thomas to your local coffee shop, our beloved newspaper is truly a globetrotter. Just look at […]
Ray Hazel’s Lemon Bay Series: A Journey Through History, Legends, and Suspense (Video)
Have you ever felt the pulse of a place in a story? Meet Ray Hazel, the brilliant mind behind the bestselling Lemon Bay Series.
Nihal Gelli from Lee County
Spelling It Out: Southwest Florida Students Win Big at District Bees
Nihal Gelli from Lee County and Nixon Diveley from Collier County earned their way to the top of their district spelling bees, contests open to all middle schoolers in sixth, […]
The scrub-jay, Florida’s only endemic bird, courtesy Southwest Florida Water Management District
Could One Florida Bird Reshape the Endangered Species Act? A Charlotte County Lawsuit Says Yes
A lawsuit unfolding in Charlotte County might reshape how the Endangered Species Act works, and it all centers on a bird you can only find in Florida: the Florida scrub-jay. […]
Homeowner insurance prices are on the rise
Navigating Rising Insurance Costs: The Struggles of Southwest Florida Homeowners
Homeowners in Southwest Florida already shell out more for insurance than anyone else in the country, and it’s not getting any easier. Costs keep climbing, and the latest data shows […]
SWFL faces new brush fire crisis
Southwest Florida Faces New Brush Fire Crisis Despite Hope for Rain
Last week, residents across Southwest Florida were counting on the forecasted storms to finally ease our drought and brushfire problems. Instead, the rain barely showed up. Now, we’re left with […]
Michael Turner: Painting
Celebrate Creativity: Art on Dearborn Art & Craft Show Is Back April 18 & 19
Get ready for a colorful weekend at Pioneer Plaza. It’s not your ordinary event; this is a showcase for local handmade art, creative crafts, and the talented people who make […]
Weather balloon launch, February 2026
SKY Academy and EARS Weather Balloon Completing Fourth Orbit Around the World, Starting Its Fifth
Back in February 2026, the Englewood REVIEW covered a story that honestly soared way beyond expectations. This wasn’t just any classroom project. On February 19, SKY Academy students, led by […]
Time to Give Back
Time to Give Back: Lemon Bay Conservancy’s 2026 Giving Challenge Runs April 15-16
Lemon Bay Conservancy (LBC) is an outstanding group right here in Englewood, Florida, working hard to protect and restore the natural beauty of Lemon Bay, Charlotte Harbor, and the nearby […]
A second chance for suspended drivers in Lee County.
Operation Green Light Returns to Lee County: A Second Chance for Suspended Drivers
In 2026, roughly one in 24 driving-age adults in Florida, totaling just over 716,000, cannot legally drive. Florida suspends its licenses mainly because of unpaid fines. Out of nearly 14 […]
Algal blooms, courtesy of CDC
Airborne and Dangerous: Experts Warn of Hidden Threats From Harmful Algal Blooms
Experts, researchers, and environmental advocates packed into Florida SouthWestern State College to dig into the real health and environmental dangers of harmful algal blooms. These blooms aren’t just local annoyances, […]
2025 Earth Day Poster Contest Winner: “Protect & Preserve Florida’s Living Waters” Alejandra, 11th Grade, “Let Our Waters Thrive”
Calling All Englewood Kids: You’re Invited to Dive Beneath the Waves for Earth Day Art Contest
Come celebrate Earth Day with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) on April 22, 2026. Earth Day’s not just a day; it’s a reminder to appreciate the planet and […]
Rumours Wine Bar
Rumours Wine Bar Blends Wine, Community and Events in Englewood
Located in Lemon Bay Plaza, the wine bar offers 25 wines by the glass and over 300 bottles available for retail purchase, allowing guests to enjoy selections on-site or take […]
