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Smoking bill sparks backlash
From Dining to Shoreline: Florida’s proposed outdoor smoking ban sparks backlash
Florida lawmakers want to roll out a new bill that basically bans smoking everywhere outdoors, including sidewalks, parks, beaches, you name it. They’re even targeting spots just outside schools, hospitals, […]

Charlottes County issues new safety rules
Sidewalks to Sidewalks: Charlotte County ban tightens micromobility safety rules
Charlotte County just rolled out new safety rules for e-bikes, scooters, and other micromobility devices. Micromobility accidents are on the ride. Injuries are up nearly 21% every year, according to […]

Brush fire in Big Cypress Preserve, courtesy Bureau of Land Management
Big Cypress Brush Fire in Hendry and Charlotte County
2,173 acres burned, 95% contained after overnight effort Firefighters have almost stamped out a big brush fire at Big Cypress National Preserve in Hendry County. This blaze tore through about […]

Local ponds and waterways showing signs of drought
Florida Drought Persists: February Rainfall at 25-Year Low
Florida just can’t catch a break from the drought this year. We’re off to the driest start to February in a quarter-century. The last time things got this bad was […]
New Englewood News Shows Feb. 10th, 2026
Englewood News, The top news stories this week in under 2 minutes.

Florida Rhesus Macaques
Hollywood’s Tarzan Monkeys: Florida’s Wildlife Mystery Unraveled
Solving the Florida Monkey Mystery: From Tarzan to Today: How Hollywood and Nature Collide at Silver Springs and Fort De Soto If you want the real Hollywood monkey story in […]

Parkinson’s Association SWFL
400 Strong: Parkinson’s Valentine’s Day Walk in Southwest Florida
Show your support for people with Parkinson’s this Valentine’s Day at the annual fundraising walk in North Collier Regional Park. The Parkinson’s Association of Southwest Florida is a small team […]

“Sweethearts courtesy of Spangled Candy Company”
Modern Love, Vintage Candy: A Tasty Valentine Language of Love
Sweethearts just gave their classic Valentine’s Day candies a makeover that screams 2026. Forget the old “be mine,” now it’s “split rent.” That’s right, romance isn’t dead, but it’s more […]

Englewood’s on Dearborn
Englewood’s on Dearborn Finds Its Groove With Blues, Food and Perseverance
What began as a quiet Dearborn Street property with a handful of small shops has become one of Englewood’s best-known live music and dining destinations. In 2004, Tony and Merrill […]

Feature photo: Chris Golden
From the Oak Ridge Boys to Englewood: Chris Golden Performs Free Concerts Sunday
Pastor Garry Clark and everyone at Fellowship Church of Englewood can’t wait to welcome Chris Golden, singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, for two free concerts on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Chris […]

ESC Past Presidents attend 30th milestone party (l to r) Marilyn Boyd, Anita Wilson, Linda Powers, Meredith Blain, Lisa Ketner, Lori Smith (current president)
Having A Shell of a Time: Englewood Shell Club Turns the Big 3-0
The Englewood Shell Club (ESC) just hit a big milestone: 30 years of seashell love and community. Sixty-five members gathered for a lively luncheon on January 20 at the Waverly […]

Florida’s America250FL Art and Essay Contest
Inspire, Create, Celebrate: Florida’s America250FL Art and Essay Contest for K-12 Students
Florida’s gearing up to celebrate America’s 250th birthday, and the Florida Department of Education, alongside Volunteer Florida, wants every K-12 student in the state to join in. They’re hosting the […]

Lickety Split Cafe
Love Is on the Menu: Lickety Split Features “Heart and Soul” Ice Cream, Just in Time for Valentine’s Week
Valentine’s Week at Lickety Split is always a whirlwind. The name alone grabs your attention. Laura, Carol’s daughter, who co-owns the shop, dreamed it up herself. Lickety Split is packed […]
Fresh Flavors & Waterfront Views: Beachcomber Trading Post Restaurant (Video)
Where Taste Meets Tide: Whether you’re starting your day or winding down after a beach adventure, their doors are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. featuring live entertainment! 🕖 […]

Rafael Gonzales, first pick in Gold this season
Englewood Senior Softball Opens 2026 Season with Record Draft
The Englewood Men’s Senior Softball League started the 2026 Winter season with a bang in January with over fifty players added to teams via the entry draft. The league now […]

Manasota Beach Road Extension
Opposition Groups Form as Manasota Beach Road Extension Plans Revealed
Sarasota County officials gathered on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, to share details about the Manasota Beach Road extension. The meeting, held at the Robert L. Anderson Administration Center in Venice, […]

