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North Port Fire Station 81
From Storm Damage to State-Of-The-Art: New Fire Station 81 Set for 2026 Completion
After Hurricane Ian left the old facility damaged and outdated, North Port has started rebuilding Fire Station 81. The city decided not to pour money into fixing an aging building, […]
The Bird Bar at Old Florida Outdoor Gallery and Gallery
Local Rhythms and New Flavors: Englewood’s Wednesdays@5 Series Hits High Note
Dearborn Street was hustling and bustling with activity. The energy? All about Wednesdays@5, back for its 91st round on March 18, 2026. This series has been a local treasure, as […]
Becky Borci, broker, is cutting the ribbon at Coldwell Banker Sunstar Realty
A New Home, a Lasting Legacy: Sunstar Realty Cuts Ribbon on Englewood Office
Coldwell Banker Sunstar Realty marked a new chapter on Thursday, March 12, 2026, with a ribbon-cutting at their new Englewood office. Becky Borci, the broker, handled the big scissors, officially […]
Great White Shark Migration, courtesy of OCEARCH
Sarasota Today, Englewood Tomorrow? Great White Shark Migration Passes Through Gulf
Spring breakers aren’t the only ones making waves along Florida’s Gulf Coast. Bella, a juvenile great white shark stretching 10 feet and tipping the scales at 729 pounds, just showed […]
Rising Smoke BBQ Food Truck
The BBQ Food Truck Everyone’s Talking About: Rising Smoke Delivers Every Time
Nothing hits the spot like a good food truck, honestly. At the recent Buchan Airport Fly-In & Classic Car Show, Rising Smoke BBQ was a major hit at the show. […]
Balloon launch at SKY Academy
EARS & SKY Academy Celebrate as N4EAR-1 Wraps Second World Tour
Mark Garrett from Englewood Amateur Radio Society (EARS) shares some exciting news updates regarding the Pico Weather Balloon project in collaboration with SKY Academy. The N4EAR Pico balloon just finished […]
Floridians are getting hit hard at the gas pump.
Fuel Shock: Florida Gasoline Prices Soar Past National Average
Florida drivers are getting hit hard at the pump this week. State gas prices jumped 84 cents in just 12 days; a spike AAA hasn’t seen this fast in four […]
Nicola’s is back and better than ever!
Can You Smell the Garlic? Nicola’s Italian Kitchen Is Back and Better Than Ever
Can you smell the aromatic garlic? We sure can. After 22 long months of being closed because of Hurricane Ian, Nicola’s reopened its doors on May 29, 2025. The past […]
House fire on Morning Dove Lane, Englewood
Monday Morning Calm Shattered by Fast-Moving House Fire in Englewood
Monday morning started quietly on Morning Dove Lane, Englewood, Florida, but everything changed fast. On March 16, 2026, a house fire ripped through a single-family home. Flames billowed, smoke poured […]
Rescuers Race to Save Injured 10-Foot Manatee Mom and Her Devoted Calf in SWFL Waters
More than a dozen rescuers rushed out to help a huge, 1,042-pound manatee and her calf after spotting her struggling in Cape Coral, Southwest Florida. This mama manatee, nearly ten […]
Shyla M. Robinett and Mark A. Brown, Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office
Second Suspect Arrested in Englewood Vacant Home Burglary Spree
A second suspect is now in custody after a series of break-ins at vacant homes in Englewood, according to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office. This investigation has been unfolding since […]
Dust Off Your Boots: Englewood’s Country Music Festival Returns Bigger Than Ever
Get ready to put on your boots and raise a glass, Englewood. Lemon Bay Sunrise Rotary can’t wait to welcome you to the 3rd Annual Small Town Boots & Brews […]
Wings, Wheels, and Florida Feels: Englewood’s Fly-In & Classic Car Show Soars at Buchan Airport (Video)
Veteran pilot Greg Woods soared over the 2026 Fly-In & Classic Car Show at Buchan Airport, highlighting a vibrant community gathering in Englewood, Florida. The event featured a blend of […]
Dearborn Street’s Scarlett O’Heron
Sham-Rocks and Shenanigans: Why Everyone’s Irish on March 17
Happy St. Patrick’s Day: the one day everyone suddenly discovers their inner-Irish. Remember, as kids, when you had to wear green or risk a sneaky pinch? It’s a day for […]
F23, courtesy of Southwest Florida Eagle Cam Facebook
The Day the Nest Fell Silent: F23’s Disappearance Leaves Viewers Reeling
Between Hope and Loss: SWFL Eagle Cam Community Responds to F23’s Disappearance The news hit hard. F23, the famous Southwest Florida bald eagle, is gone. After days missing, everyone who […]
Flying Car, courtesy of Joby Aviation
The Jetson’s are Here: Electric Air Taxis Cleared for Takeoff Across 26 States, with Florida Leading the Way
Florida is about to see electric air taxis buzzing overhead, joining 25 other states where these futuristic aircraft will start taking flight. Several companies, like Archer Aviation, Beta Technologies, Joby […]
