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The Invasive Lionfish
The Invader Capital: Why Florida Leads the U.S. in Unwanted Animal Species
Florida just can’t catch a break when it comes to invasive species. It feels like every week there’s a new headline: some animal is showing up where it shouldn’t and […]
Gulf Pines Memorial Park Courtesy Gulf Pines Memorial Park Facebook
Sarasota County Approves Englewood’s 26-Acre Expansion and New Funeral Home for Gulf Pines Memorial Park
The Sarasota County Commission gave the green light for a big addition at Gulf Pines Memorial Park in Englewood; a 25.9-acre expansion and a brand-new funeral home are coming soon. […]
Mangroves located at Seven Islands in Cape Coral
Unauthorized Mangrove Clearing Sparks Investigation at Cape Coral’s Seven Islands Site
The situation at the Seven Islands development site in Cape Coral is getting messy. Neighbors discovered that hundreds of feet of mangroves were suddenly gone, cut right out along the […]
The Myakka River Courtesy Myakka River Partnership
Unlocking the Hawkins Ranch Deal: Why Sarasota County Protected 3,300 Acres and How Residents Can Get Involved
Englewood REVIEW broke the story last Friday, July 10, 2026. The Sarasota County Commission has done something bold. They all agreed, with no dissent, to add the historic Hawkins Ranch, […]
Everglades National Park Courtesy NPS Everglades National Park
Swamp Sweat and Secret Springs: Why the Everglades and Hidden Florida Gems Are Best Visited in July
Florida in the summer is a sweaty experience and not for the faint of heart. When it comes to exploring our state during the summer months, a little bit of […]
Gopher Tortoise Courtesy Lemon Bay Conservancy Photo Credit: Chad Lyman, Preserve Manager
Lemon Bay Conservancy Helps Gopher Tortoises Relocate Amid Construction
In Florida, gopher tortoises aren’t just another wild animal; people in our community care deeply about them, and the state protects them by law. These tortoises do more than dig […]
Wildflowers Boho Chic Boutique Farmers Market Courtesy Wildflowers Facebook
Where Wildflowers Bloom: A Dearborn Street Market Rooted in Community
On Thursday mornings in Englewood, something special is taking shape along Dearborn Street. The scent of fresh flowers mingles with locally baked treats. Musicians fill the air with easygoing melodies […]
The Northern Curly-Tailed Lizard
Concrete, Rocks, and Crooked Tails: Florida’s Newest Wild Neighbors
The northern curly-tailed lizard, a native of the Bahamas, is making its way through Florida, showing up in places you wouldn’t expect: suburban neighborhoods, shopping centers, anywhere with a slab […]
The Zipline drone making a delivery. Courtesy Zipline
BayCare and Zipline Bring Door-to-Door Drone Delivery to St. Pete
Amazon has changed how we shop; just a few clicks and, sometimes, your order shows up the same day. Not that long ago, nobody expected shopping to be this easy. […]
Three Florida Alligator Attacks in One Week
Three Florida Alligator Attacks in One Week Spark Summer Safety Warnings
Most people know the old saying in Florida: “If there’s water, there’s probably an alligator nearby.” This past week, that’s felt especially true. Three alligator attacks have hit the state […]
Researchers have found that on many coastal beaches, sharks often swim within a range of 60 feet of the shore or swimmers.
Sharks Aren’t Hunting You; They Just Can’t Tell Your Foot From a Fish
It feels like every summer, the same stories pop up: shark sightings, a bite along the coast, and suddenly, the headlines fill up with that familiar mix of fascination and […]
Hawkins Ranch Protection Priority Site Courtesy Sarasota County
Sarasota County Protects 3,300-Acre Hawkins Ranch from Developers
The Sarasota County Commission just made a big move. They unanimously agreed to add the historic Hawkins Ranch, about 3,300 acres, to the county’s Environmentally Sensitive Lands Protection Program (ESLPP). […]
Buchan’s Bayside Project
Sarasota County Approves Expansion of Englewood’s Buchan’s Bayside Project
Englewood’s Buchan’s Bayside project just got the green light for expansion, even though the community remains divided. On Wednesday, Sarasota County commissioners voted unanimously to approve the second phase of […]
Saharan Dust Forecast
Saharan Dust to Bring Hazy Relief from Southwest Florida’s Dangerous Heat Wave, Calming the Tropics
Southwest Florida has been experiencing a stretch of dangerous heat, with some relief as we approach the weekend. By the end of the week, drier air settles in, cutting the […]
Tio Jewelers in Cape Coral
Four Miami Men Face Federal Charges in $1 Million Cape Coral Jewelry Store Robbery
Four Miami-area men are facing federal charges following a sophisticated heist in January that netted more than $1 million in stolen merchandise from a local jewelry store in Cape Coral, […]
The Everglades Python Challenge is Back
The Everglades Python Challenge is Back: High Stakes, Higher Mercury Levels
Florida is kicking off its ninth annual Python Challenge on Friday, July 10, 2026 at 12:01 a.m. and will run for ten days through Sunday, July 19, 2026. Hosted by […]
