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All our old favorites are back — and some new ones too! Find fresh produce, food, and unique wares every Thursday through May, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Come by, say hi, and check out this short video from opening day.
One of the most popular traditions of Englewood Pioneer Days, the cardboard boat races, made a big splash on August 30 at Indian Mound Park on Lemon Bay. This year’s […]
The PicklePlex of Punta Gorda has announced Katie Mell as its new executive director, effective Monday, July 28. Mell will work alongside the board of directors to guide the facility’s […]
Celebrate the arts all summer long! Find performances, exhibits, workshops, and cultural gatherings for all ages and interests. Let’s get inspired… Free Adult Monologue Writing Workshop at Solis HallDiscover the […]
Charlotte County Fire & EMS has introduced new sensory assistance bags aimed at helping patients with autism spectrum disorder and others who experience sensory sensitivities during medical emergencies. The initiative, […]
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital has announced the launch of new walk-in lab services to make essential health screenings more accessible to local residents. According to a recent Facebook post, patients […]
The State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program will open applications Monday, November 3, offering $2.9 million in funding to expand safe and affordable housing in unincorporated Sarasota County. Eligible homeowners […]
Restaurateurs Laurie and Keith Farlow are honoring Laurie’s hometown Kentucky roots by implementing century-old “Prohibition Wood” into the design of their new steakhouse, Chophouse285, currently under construction at 285 Dearborn […]
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and OneBlood are teaming up this October with a special offer for blood donors. Participants who donate blood during select dates will receive a free ticket […]
The Englewood Chamber of Commerce will host its premier annual event, Manasota Mystique: The Ballpark Bash, on Oct. 4 at CoolToday Park in Wellen Park. The evening gala, presented by […]
ENGLEWOOD – Englewood Elementary School held its annual Veterans Day program on November 11, 2025, drawing a large crowd of students, families, veterans and community members. The morning began with […]
PORT CHARLOTTE – Helping Hearts for Heroes will hold its annual “High Rollers for Heroes” fundraiser on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Riverwood […]
SARASOTA COUNTY, Fla. — Sarasota County is asking residents to share their input on a plan to address natural hazards that can affect the community. The Sarasota County Unified Local […]
Lee County Commissioners unanimously passed a revised parking ordinance for Boca Grande on Tuesday, enacting new restrictions designed to manage growth while preserving public access to the island’s beaches. Dubbed […]
Construction is underway on a new recreation center and pool at Port Charlotte Beach Park, marking another step in the county’s long-term recovery and resilience efforts. The County Commission will […]
The Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary is seeking donations and sponsors to help fund their annual “Light Up Lemon Bay” fireworks show on the Fourth of July. This is a huge […]
The Englewood Amateur Radio Society will join thousands of radio operators across North America for the 2025 Amateur Radio Field Day on Saturday, June 28, at the South Gulf Cove […]
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