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“The Bridges of Madison County” with Gulf Coast Symphony
Southwest Florida Theatre Company Presents “The Bridges of Madison County” with Gulf Coast Symphony
Gulf Coast Symphony Brings “The Bridges of Madison County” to Life in Southwest Florida. Right now, “The Bridges of Madison County” is lighting up the stage at the Music & […]
Wellen Park will host its fourth annual Half Marathon and 5K Race
A Community in Motion: Wellen Park’s March 21 race tests a certified 13.1-mile route
The Wellen Park Half Marathon and 5K Race is back on March 21, and this year, runners get a brand new, officially certified 13.1-mile course. It’s the fourth year for […]
Flags fly as North Port residents rally in support of the Ukraine
Flags Fly as North Port Observes Four-Year Anniversary of the Ukraine Conflict
North Port residents rally on four-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine Dozens of people lined up along US-41 on Tuesday, Ukrainian and American flags waving in the breeze. Four […]
Principal George Kenney
North Port High Hypnosis Scandal: Three Students Die After Sessions with Principal
Did a Florida High School Principal’s Hypnosis Sessions Really Lead to Three Student Deaths? A new ID docuseries digs into a bizarre and tragic chapter at North Port High School […]
New Englewood News Shows Feb. 25th, 2026
Englewood News Show: The top stories of the week!
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 […]
