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A Bit O’ Yarn: Englewood’s Favorite Local Yarn Shop
Nine years ago, lifelong knitter Kerrie Cervenka wanted to create a welcoming space for people to learn fiber arts and build community. More than a store, A Bit O’ Yarn […]
Matthew Taylor
Undercover Operation Leads to Arrest of Englewood Cocaine Supplier
On Tuesday, May 19th, 2026, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit and SWAT served a search warrant at 7468 Michael St. in Englewood. This operation followed an earlier investigation […]
Keith Rowley
From Lemon Bay to Local Legacy: Keith Rowley Keeps Florida Covered
Keith has been an active member of our community, which he has called home since 1976, attending Englewood Elementary and then Lemon Bay Junior and Senior High School. In 1988, […]
Nude beach? Englewood? Say it isn’t so.
Uncovering the Past: “Make Englewood Nude Again” Fundraiser
It all began at The Smoked Mullet Awards on Friday, May 15, 2026. Nancy Wille and Esther Horton took the stage and completely captivated the crowd with their fascinating, funny […]
Memorial Day is only once a year, but our gratitude is endless.
Sacrifice and Remembrance: A Guide to Englewood and Southwest Florida’s Memorial Day Weekend Events
Memorial Day 2026 in Southwest Florida isn’t just another long weekend. Across the region, people pause to remember and honor those who gave their lives in service to the country. […]
Peace River Basin Manasota Courtesy regionalwater.org
Peace River Basin Facing Severe Supply Drop as Regional Water Cushion Evaporates
Southwest Florida is feeling the effects of a stubborn drought, and the region’s main water reserve is down to about half its capacity. The Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply […]
Annalise Robbins
Annalise Robbins Wins 2026 “Our Living Democracy” Award and $1,000 Scholarship for Free Speech Essay
Annalise Robbins, a graduating senior from Lemon Bay High School, has won the 2026 “Our Living Democracy” Award. This honor comes with a $1,000 scholarship from the Englewood Democratic Club, […]
Florida’s New In-Person Fishing License Rule
No Quick Catch: Florida’s New In-Person Fishing License Rule Has Tourists Feeling Hooked
Florida’s new rule that forces non-residents to buy short-term recreational fishing licenses in person, instead of online, has a lot of charter boat captains frustrated. They worry this could hit […]
Englewood REVIEW Cover
Legends and Local Lore: What’s Inside the Latest Englewood Review
Did you catch the latest Englewood REVIEW? It’s out now and packed with details on everything happening through June 4. Flip through and you’ll spot an in-depth piece on Keith […]
Chief Kevin Easton cutting the ribbon for the Englewood Fire Department Grand Opening. Courtesy Erin Carter
Englewood Fire Department Welcomes Community to New Headquarters with Grand Opening Event
On Tuesday, May 19, 2026, the Englewood Fire Department held its official Grand Opening and ribbon cutting at their brand-new headquarters, 579 S. Indiana Ave. Attendees were delighted as they […]
Manasota Key
Proposed Manasota Key Resort Threatens Critical Sea Turtle, Shorebird Habitat and Human Safety
A letter to the Englewood REVIEW editor from Carol McCoy In my town there is an attempted rezone of an area. The request would change the area for the worse […]
View of Lemon Bay from Manasota Key Road
The Controversial Englewood Buchan’s Bayside Project Heads Back to Planning Commission May 21
The Buchan’s Bayside project heads back to the Sarasota County Planning Commission on May 21, 2026, at 5 p.m. They’re planning to revisit a project at Dearborn Street and Olde […]
May Is National Water Safety Month: The Department of Health Urges Everyone to Play a Role in Water Safety
Every May, the Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County (DOH Charlotte County) recognizes National Water Safety Month to help people avoid drowning and enjoy Florida’s many lakes, rivers, beaches, […]
Fork-n-Flair’s mozzarella balls
Fork-n-Flair: Where Chef Alison D’Elia Cooks Up Memories, Not Just Meals
Fork-n-Flair isn’t your typical catering company. Alison D’Elia, the owner and chef at Fork-n-Flair, pours her heart into everything she does, and every meal feels like it came straight from […]
“Chapatti” by Christian O’Reilly at The Lemon Bay Playhouse
Lemon Bay Playhouse Serves Up a Heartwarming Dublin Dramedy About Second Chances
Lemon Bay Playhouse’s next production brings a big-hearted and genuinely funny dramedy to the stage: “Chapatti” by Christian O’Reilly. Performances run from June 3 to June 21, 2026. Set in […]
Buc-ee’s is officially coming to Port Charlotte.
Beaver Believers Rejoice: Mega-Travel Center Buc-ee’s Plots Massive Port Charlotte Outpost
Some people are die-hard fans of Buc-ee’s, while others do not understand the hype. Either way, everyone in Southwest Florida is about to get their chance to form an opinion, […]
