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Crowds Raise Their Steins for Second Annual Oktoberfest in Downtown Wellen
Downtown Wellen came alive Saturday, October 11, for the second annual Oktoberfest, drawing hundreds for a day filled with live music, contests, and classic German fare. Guests enjoyed keg tapping, […]
DreamLaunch with Jamail Larkins Inspires Charlotte County Middle School Students
The Florida International Air Show is proud to announce that DreamLaunch with Jamail Larkins will be presented to Charlotte County middle schools during Air Show week, offering students an unforgettable […]
Burn Ban Now in Effect for Charlotte County
Charlotte County Fire & EMS has issued a county-wide burn ban due to high fire danger conditions. In a public safety announcement shared on social media on October 10, 2025, […]
Sarasota Superintendent Experiences ‘Friday Night Lights’ with Venice High Band
Sarasota County Schools Superintendent Terry Connor got to trade places with Venice High School’s Director of Bands, David Wing, to get a firsthand look at the school’s celebrated music program. […]
Englewood Chamber Announces 2025 ‘Let’s Eat, Englewood’ Contest Winners
The Englewood Chamber of Commerce has announced the winners of its annual “Let’s Eat, Englewood” restaurant contest, recognizing culinary creativity and community favorites during the two-week dining promotion presented this […]
Burn ban in effect in Sarasota County
Burn ban now in effect due to dry conditions in Sarasota County A burn ban is currently in effect for Sarasota County due to local drought conditions and an increased […]
Sunshine State Good News Tour with Will Graham to Stop in Sarasota Oct. 30
Four-city tour features live music and messages of hope The Sunshine State Good News Tour with evangelist Will Graham will make its Sarasota stop on Oct. 30 at the Sarasota […]
Innovator’s STEM Pavilion to Debut at 2025 Florida International Airshow
The 2025 Florida International Airshow will debut an exciting new attraction this year — the Innovator’s STEM Pavilion — designed to spark curiosity and creativity in science, technology, engineering, and […]
DreamLarge and Ringling College Collaborate to Host 2025 AI Symposium
Ringling College of Art and Design, in partnership with community impact firm DreamLarge, will host the second annual AI Symposium, AI and Creative Innovation: Advocating for Artists and Designers, on […]
Sarasota to Host Veterans Day Parade Tuesday, November 11
The City of Sarasota, in partnership with the Sarasota Patriotic Observance Committee, will host its annual Veterans Day parade at 10 a.m. Tuesday, November 11, in downtown Sarasota. This year’s […]
Englewood Hospital Offers Free Monthly Program to Help Quit Smoking
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital is offering a free resource for community members ready to stop smoking. The hospital announced it is hosting Tobacco Free Florida’s “Quit Your Way” program every […]
Charlotte County Master Gardeners Host Open House for Local Green Thumbs
Gardening enthusiasts across Englewood, North Port, and Wellen Park are invited to explore the beauty and practicality of Southwest Florida horticulture during the Charlotte County Volunteer Master Gardener Demonstration Gardens […]
Charlotte School Board to Review Emergency, Student Policies
The Charlotte County School Board will hold a public hearing on October 14 to review several district policies, including emergency management procedures, student cell phone use, and charter school regulations. […]
Sarasota Schools Considers Wilkinson Conversion, New AI Rules Amid Enrollment Drop
The Sarasota County School Board on October 7 discussed a plan to convert underutilized Wilkinson Elementary into a specialized STEAM academy and teacher training center as part of a major […]
Charlotte County Chamber to Host Workforce Roundtable
PUNTA GORDA – The Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce will partner with Florida Gulf Coast University and the Charlotte County Economic Development Office to co-host the Charlotte County Workforce Roundtable: […]
Englewood Beach Closed for 2025 Waterfest
The Englewood Chamber of Commerce has issued a public reminder that Englewood Beach and Chadwick Park are closed for the 2025 Englewood Beach Waterfest. The Chamber confirmed the closure is […]
