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CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (Jan. 8, 2020) – The Board of County Commissioners is seeking volunteers for the following appointments:   Agriculture & Natural Resources Advisory Committee is searching for a Charlotte County resident as a representative... Read More.

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced more than $5.2 million in funding for infrastructure projects in small and rural Florida communities. The funds are administered by the Florida Department... Read More.

PUNTA GORDA/ENGLEWOOD BEACH, Fla. (Jan. 2, 2020) – Offering activities as kayaking, fishing, hiking, and bicycling, Charlotte County’s best side is outside. Pick up the 2020 Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Outsider Guide to learn where... Read More.

Fort Myers, Fl – On December 19, 2019, a portion of Interstate 75, from mile marker 130 to mile marker 133, in Lee County, will be dedicated in remembrance of fallen Florida Highway Patrol Lieutenant... Read More.

SARASOTA COUNTY - Sarasota County Government office closures and service schedule changes for the holidays will be as follows:   Sarasota County Government Offices: Sarasota County Government offices will be closed Dec. 24-25, and Jan. 1, 2020. Florida Health Department in Sarasota County: The... Read More.

NEWS RELEASE 19-204 - DECEMBER 17, 2019 The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office arrested a 31-year-old Sarasota man Monday for Possession... Read More.

FLORIDA GAS PRICES FALL 6 CENTS US-China trade agreement could interrupt the plunge at the pump TAMPA, Fla., (December 16, 2019) — Florida drivers have enjoyed declining prices at the pump, but the latest developments in the... Read More.

Posted: December 6, 2019 The holidays are a time for joy and giving, but unfortunately can create ideal circumstances for criminals. Shoppers rushing around stressing to find the perfect gifts, purchased left in vehicles, and people... Read More.

Andrew D. Bailey, 28, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing two (2) counts of burglary of a structure following two rooftop burglaries in the City of Sarasota between November 29, 2019 and... Read More.