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New Englewood News Shows Feb. 25th, 2026
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Meteorologist Greg Rule (Facebook)
Inside WINK’s Weather Shakeup: Departures of Devitt, Sheaks, and now Greg Rule
WINK News in Southwest Florida has gone through a whirlwind lately, especially in the weather department. Since the start of 2026, three meteorologists have walked out the door, and people […]
Cold Weather Shelters
As the Cold Snap Hits Southwest Florida: Shelters open across Lee, Charlotte, Sarasota, and Manatee counties
Shelters are opening across Lee, Charlotte, Sarasota, and Manatee counties as a cold snap hits Southwest Florida. If you need a warm place to stay, local officials have set up […]
Tiki Bar
Rotonda V Opens Doors to Public While Honoring VFW Roots
Rotonda V, at 3725 Cape Haze Drive, has reintroduced itself to the community with a new name, a fresh attitude and an expanded welcome to the public. Established April 5, […]
End Zone Coastal Sports Bar & Grille: Your Local Hangout for Every Season
Looking for a spot to catch the game and feel right at home? Swing by the End Zone Coastal Sports Bar & Grille, your local hangout for every sports season. […]
Esther Horton and Nancy Wille
A History of Early Englewood
Join the Lemon Bay Historical Society for Tuesday, February 24 at 7pm at the historic Green Street Church, 510 South Indiana Avenue, Englewood, as longtime resident Nancy Wille presents “A […]
Myakka State Park, courtesy NPS
The Sunshine State Goes Free: Florida Parks Welcome Visitors for the 250th Anniversary
In 2026, the National Park Service and Florida state parks (NPS) are throwing open their gates for the 250th anniversary of American independence. Free admission days are on the calendar, […]
Strawberry Social
A Berry Special Day at the Lampp House
On Saturday, February 28, 2026, the Englewood Museum is hosting a special Strawberry Social at the Historic Lampp House, marking a sweet, community-focused celebration of National Strawberry Day. This event, taking place from […]
A Jaguar wedged under a Florida school bus
Lee County School Bus Crash: Jaguar seizes under bus after rear-end collision
A man driving a Jaguar slammed into the back of a Florida school bus Wednesday morning, February 18, 2026, and the car ended up wedged underneath. A nearby person recorded […]
Guess who’s excited? Grove City Bar & Grill is BAAACCCKKK!!! (Video)
Grove City Bar & Grill has officially reopened! After a long wait and lots of hard work rebuilding post-hurricane, they’re thrilled to welcome you back to an even better experience!
Baby sea turtles are especially vulnerable to the cold
Florida’s Winter Freeze: Manatees, Fish Kills, and Turtle Rescues Pressure Wildlife Agencies
Florida isn’t used to freezing temperatures, but this February, an arctic blast has turned the Gulf Coast upside down. Marine life in Southwest Florida is taking a tremendous hit. With […]
Venice Resident Ronald Racki Held in Connection With Laikyn West’s Slaying
Police in southwest Florida have arrested Ronald Chester Racki, a 75-year-old Venice resident, for the murder of 24-year-old Laikyn Marie West, who vanished more than a year ago. Detectives say […]
Florida’s wildfire season is kicking into high gear.
Southwest Florida’s Fire Season Goes Full Force as Dry Air Meets Rapid Cooling
Florida’s wildfire season is kicking into high gear. What started with warnings for the north and northeast parts of the state on Saturday is sliding south. By Sunday, Tampa Bay […]
Is it time to stop changing the clocks?
Daylight Act of 2026: Rep. Steube Moves to End Daylight Saving Time Nationwide
A Florida congressional representative wants to ditch daylight saving time for good, and he’s got a new plan on the table. Rep. William Steube just introduced the “Daylight Act of […]
Hurricane season runs from June 1 through November 30
From Prep to Recovery: What’s New in Charlotte County’s 2026 Disaster Planning Guide
Everyone knows hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, but even though it’s only February, now’s the perfect time to think about your emergency plan. Charlotte County isn’t […]
Florida Manatee
Lee County Manatee Toll Rises: 25 Deaths in One Week, FWC Investigating Cold-Weather Link
Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission officials say they’ve received 25 reports of dead manatees in Lee County between February 13 and 18. Most of these reports came from the Orange […]
