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Farlow’s on the Water may be celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, but it didn’t take 20 years for the popular restaurant to become the number one dining destination in Englewood.
BY SHARYN LONSDALE | September 25, 2023 at 4:51 p.m.

Sarasota County Solid Waste named recycling Program of the Year

Sarasota County Solid Waste was named Program of the Year by Resource Recycling, Inc.
September 25, 2023 at 4:34 p.m.

Don't Miss The Third Annual Mullet Fest

Hancock Grills, a local grill company, is hosting its Third Annual Mullet Fest on Saturday, November 4, 10am to 10pm, at Pioneer Plaza
September 25, 2023 at 4:19 p.m.

“We Share the Same Sky" Holocaust Exhibit

“We Share the Same Sky”, based on the award-winning podcast & book of the same title, opens Saturday, September 30 at the Florida Holocaust Museum
September 25, 2023 at 4:02 p.m.

Lights at Spooky Point Returns To Spanish Point

Lights at Spooky Point, the Selby Garden’s Halloween-themed light show, returns for a second season at the Historic Spanish Point campus.
September 25, 2023 at 1:40 p.m.

Welcome Home Veterans Celebration at Punta Gorda Airport on October 10

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, October 10 and be a part of the Welcome Home Veterans celebration at the Punta Gorda Airport when the SW Florida Honor Flight returns home from Washington, DC.
September 22, 2023 at 4:01 p.m.

Englewood Bank & Trust is collection point for Food for the Troops drive

Receiving a care package can be a real morale booster for those serving in the military. Englewood Bank & Trust is once again serving as a collection point for the Rotary Club of Englewood’s Food for the Troops drive.
September 8, 2023 at 5:04 p.m.

Mayor 4 A Day: Becca DeRosa

Congratulations to Becca DeRosa, representing Kids Needs of Greater Englewood, who collected the most “votes” (money raised) to become the 2023 Englewood Mayor 4 A Day.
September 8, 2023 at 12:07 p.m.

Women’s Resource Center Presents: A Life Enrichment Workshop “You Are Worthy”

This eight-week program helps participants improve self-confidence, boundary-setting, and negotiation skills.
August 24, 2023 at 9:43 a.m.

Operation Christmas Child

Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan’s Purse, is now in the process of collecting shoeboxes filled with school supplies, personal care items, and fun toys that will be delivered to children in more than 100 countries around the world.
August 23, 2023 at 3:45 p.m.

Punta Gorda Airport Joins Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program

In order to better serve the public, the Charlotte County Airport Authority at the Punta Gorda Airport now participates in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program.
July 17, 2023 at 6:20 p.m.

Charlotte County Commission Chairman Bill Truex Assumes Presidency of Florida Association of Counties Board of Directors

Truex was installed as the 2023-24 president of the Florida Association of Counties Board of Directors recently at the organization’s annual conference.
July 17, 2023 at 6:15 p.m.

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EARS Takes to the Airwaves: Englewood Amateur Radio Society to Demonstrate Ham Radio Operation

The Englewood Amateur Radio Society (EARS) will be operating ham radio stations from the pavilion at Ann and Chuck Dever Park June 24 and 25...
June 14, 2023 at 4:47 p.m.

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Englewood Chamber Celebrates Local Heroes at 2023 Secret Society of Smoked Mullet Luncheon

On May 26th, the Englewood Chamber honored those who have had a significant impact on the Englewood community at the 2023 Secret Society of Smoked Mullet Luncheon...
June 2, 2023 at 10:52 a.m.

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Coast Guard Auxiliary Saves Lives

People ask me “What does the Coast Guard Auxiliary do?” That “what” is boiled down to one simple answer, “We help save lives.” The “how” is the more complicated discussion that involves many Coast Guard active duty personnel and Coast Guard Auxiliarists performing a myriad of tasks and missions to …
BY BY STEVE GORDON | June 2, 2023 at 10:31 a.m.