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North Port, Florida Makes U-Haul’s growth index list
From Hidden Gem to Hot Property: The Evolution of North Port
North Port’s on the rise. If you’ve been in the area for any length of time, you’ve probably noticed. Now even U-Haul’s calling it out. According to their latest study, […]
Swimming with a manatee Photo courtesy of DiscoverCrystalRiverFL.com
Manatee Season: What You Need to Know to Enjoy These Gentle Giants
Manatees really are amazing animals. People call them “sea cows,” and it fits. They’re chill, plant-loving giants who move through the water with such calm grace. But don’t let that […]
Hermitage Fellow Claire Chase at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Hermitage Unveils Exciting February Lineup: Broadway, Music, and Literature Take Center Stage
The Hermitage Artist Retreat just rolled out its February 2026 schedule, and it’s packed with talent you don’t want to miss. Think Broadway star power, world-class musicians, acclaimed writers, and […]
Chophouse285 steaks, “A Cut Above”
Now Open—Chophouse285: The Hidden Gem for Steak Lovers in Englewood
Chophouse285 is now open, bringing a fresh take on the classic steakhouse right to Dearborn Street. Owners Keith and Laurie Farlow, who you probably know from Farlow’s on the Water, […]
Tamiami Trail
The Tamiami Trail: A Journey Through Time and Tradition in the Heart of Florida
Long before anyone drove it, the Tamiami Trail was a path for people on foot and in canoes. For Florida’s original inhabitants, the wetlands weren’t an obstacle; they were a […]
Florida Flamingos
Will Florida Finally Soar with Flamingos as the Official State Bird?
For the fifth year running, Florida lawmakers are back at it, trying to ditch the mockingbird as the state bird and crown the flamingo instead. The mockingbird held the spot […]
NOW OPEN: Englewood’s Chophouse285 (Video)
Discover Englewood’s Chophouse285. Unforgettable Dining Awaits—Don’t miss out on this culinary gem!
Milton Pass and Stump Pass
Milton Pass Closure Divides Englewood
Florida’s plan to close Milton Pass has split Englewood. Some see the new pass as a blessing, a convenient shortcut to the Gulf, carved by Hurricane Milton north of Stump […]
“The Sweet Delilah Swim Club” at Lemon Bay Playhouse
Experience the Magic of Southern Sisterhood in “The Sweet Delilah Swim Club” at Lemon Bay Playhouse
Get ready for “The Sweet Delilah Swim Club at Lemon Bay Playhouse,” opening Wednesday, January 14, 2026. Written by Jessie Jones, Nicholas Hope, and Jamie Wooten, and directed by Jenni […]
Manasota Key Resort Transformed: Big Changes on the Horizon
Manasota Key Resort isn’t just another oasis on Florida’s Suncoast, it’s a fresh take on the classic beach getaway. Tucked away on the scenic shores of Southwest Florida, this tropical […]
Fuel the Future: Join Manasota ASALH’s First Black History Month Scholarship Luncheon
The Manasota Branch of the Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALH) is launching its first Black History Month Scholarship Luncheon on Friday, February 6, at […]
Fort Myers Police Department
Fort Myers City Council Approves 2026 Public Safety Grants to Fight Gun Violence and Drug Trafficking
Fort Myers police just secured a fresh round of funding for 2026, and it’s a big step up for safety across the city. They’re going after gun violence and drug […]
Burmese Pythons Push Beyond South Florida, Creeping Toward Florida’s Gulf Coast
Burmese pythons are on the move again, this time, pushing beyond South Florida and creeping along the Gulf Coast. People keep spotting and even catching these giant snakes in places […]
Beach Access at Stake as Charlotte, Lee Leaders Clash Over Boca Grande Parking
On Monday, January 5, 2026, the leaders of Charlotte and Lee counties tried to sort out a growing fight over new parking rules in Boca Grande. It didn’t go well. […]
Big Waters Land Trust Names 2025 Conservation Partner of the Year
Big Waters Land Trust, formerly the Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast, just celebrated Ann Van Cott as its 2025 Conservation Partner of the Year, shining a spotlight on her […]
Don’t Miss Out! ‘The Rainmaker’ is Coming to Venice Theatre Opening January 16th
In the middle of a bone-dry Depression-era town, a smooth-talking stranger shows up with a wild promise: he can make it rain. “The Rainmaker” isn’t just about drought and desperate […]
