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Cape Coral Crew Rescues ‘Dog’ in Canal. Courtesy Cape Coral Fire Department
Cape Coral Crew Rescues ‘Dog’ in Canal, Finds a Wily Little Plot Twist
Firefighters in Cape Coral thought they were responding to a dog in trouble on Britannia Lake early Monday, June 22, 2026, but when the animal crawled beneath a dock, they […]
Sulphur Springs Water Tower
Tampa’s Gothic Giant: The Abandoned Water Tower That Refuses to Let its History Run Dry
Hidden in plain sight, the Sulphur Springs Water Tower in Tampa holds a story that stands out among Florida’s forgotten landmarks. This tall, Gothic-style tower still sweeps the skyline, sparking […]
Light Up Lemon Bay 4th of July Fireworks Celebration! Courtesy Erica Lagerman
Leave the Sparks to the Pros: Choose Light Up Lemon Bay for America’s 250th
Englewood Area Fire Control District recently posted a reminder about the ongoing burn ban. Drought conditions haven’t improved, so the ban is still in effect. That means private fireworks and […]
Marching together for the community. Courtesy Oppose Manasota Beach Rd.
Manasota Beach Road Battle Intensifies as Judge Sets Key July Hearing on Dismissal Motions
The fight that the group Oppose Manasota Beach Rd. and Kelly Bauman have taken on keeps gaining momentum, not just among people who want a say in their own neighborhood, […]
The bond between grandparents and grandchildren is special.
The Secret Superpower of Grandparents: Leaving a Mark That Time Can’t Erase
The bond between grandparents and grandchildren is something special, even if it doesn’t last as long as either side would like. Age gets in the way; grandparents won’t always be […]
Candidate and Ex-NYPD Detective, John Fleming
Turning Up the Heat in District 2: Ex-NYPD Detective John Fleming Challenges Incumbent Chris Constance for District 2
Even though it’s the middle of summer, election season is creeping up fast, and this race is turning up the heat. Residents of Charlotte County are highly attentive this year. […]
Tens of thousands of acres are gone, carved up for development. Courtesy 1000 Friends of Florida
Florida’s Rapid Wetland Loss Threatens Wildlife and Water Systems
Over the past few decades, Florida has watched its wetlands shrink at an alarming rate. Tens of thousands of acres are gone, carved up for development, drained for agriculture, and […]
The Florida Everglades are legendary.
Beneath the Glassy Surface: The Deadly Perils Hiding in Florida’s Waters
Crocodiles can flip boats and kill those on board. That’s not just a rumor; it happens. Some of Earth’s deadliest swamps look peaceful on the surface, with their glassy water […]
Tiny Florida Panther Courtesy FWC
Paws and Effect: How GPS Data and Inner “Instincts” Saved a Tiny Florida Panther
Soon after biologists radio-collared a female Florida panther during the 2026 capture season, GPS data started pointing to classic denning behavior. Denning behavior is an innate instinct in animals, such […]
Lawn watering remains on a strict schedule through October.
The Dry Spell Lingers: Sarasota County and Punta Gorda Taps the Brakes on Water Use
Sarasota County and Punta Gorda are keeping water shortage restrictions in place until at least October 1. The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s board made the call, aiming to save […]
Ways to beat the heat in Florida
Suncoast Scorcher: How to Beat the Heatwave in Sarasota, Charlotte, and Lee Counties
Sarasota County From June 25 to 28, 2026, when Sarasota County faces triple-digit heat indexes, residents can cool off at public libraries, recreation centers, and malls, all free to use […]
NCH launches SWFL’s only heart and kidney transplant program. Courtesy nchmd.org.
NCH Launches Southwest Florida’s Only Heart and Kidney Transplant Program, Ending Decade-Long Gap
In a significant move for local healthcare, NCH just announced the launch of Southwest Florida’s only heart and kidney transplant program. It’s been almost ten years since the region had […]
Englewood, Florida
Englewood Happenings: Limited Swimming, Limited Flushing, But Plenty of Pioneer Planning and Wildflowers Farmers Market
Here’s what’s happening in Englewood: First, if you plan to spend time at the beach, you’ll want to remember that the beach restrooms are out of commission. Repairs are underway […]
Standing up. Speaking out. Courtesy Oppose Manasota Beach Rd.
Part 2: The $15 Million Roadblock—Local Activists Secure Major Victory Over Manasota Beach Extension
Oppose Manasota Beach Rd., the local grassroots group, has reached a turning point. Their case, which was filed by member Kelly Bauman, will not be dismissed and will proceed to […]
“Saw this brush fire and smoke on my way home from work!” Photo of the recent Myakka State Forest fire, submitted by Ken Taylor
Smoke Swirls Over I-75 as Fire Crews Battle Stubborn Southwest Florida Wildfires
Wildfires continue to cause trouble in Southwest Florida. Each day another fire is making the news. On Tuesday, June 23, 2026, smoke poured into the sky near Toledo Blade Boulevard […]
Florida Heat Index Forecast
Southwest Florida Braces for Brutal 111-Degree Heatwave: Key Survival Tips
From June 25 to 28, 2026, Southwest Florida faces a stubborn, oppressive heatwave, according to the National Weather Service. Daytime highs will linger in the low-to-mid 90s, while humidity ramps […]
