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Vino Loco Gourmet blends global wines and Spanish-inspired tapas in Old Englewood Village
Vino Loco Gourmet brings a global wine experience and Spanish-inspired flavors to the heart of Old Englewood Village, pairing its diverse offerings with a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. Located at 420 […]
Florida is ground zero for high tech scams.
The Invisible Thieves: Florida’s Retirement Oasis Faces a New Wave of High-Tech Scams
Southwest Florida has long been the ideal spot for retirees dreaming of beachside living. That image has changed in 2026. Now, Lee, Charlotte, Sarasota, and Collier counties aren’t just known […]
RSW Concourse C
Shutdown Fallout Hits Home: Ice Deployed to Southwest Florida International Airport
Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is one of a handful of U.S. airports suddenly dealing with ICE agents walking the terminals, a pretty unusual sight and a clear sign things […]
Mama’s Italian Restaurant Keeps Family Tradition Alive in Englewood
A longtime Englewood dining staple with deep Italian roots continues its legacy following a major comeback. Mama’s Italian Restaurant, located at 2091 South McCall Road, was originally established in 1982 […]
Darryl Wayne Dye
‘No Remorse’: Judge Hands North Port Man Life Sentence in Roommate’s Murder
On Monday, the court sentenced a North Port man to life in prison after convicting him for the 2023 shooting death of his roommate. A Sarasota County jury found Darryl […]
SWFL Cracks down on water use courtesy SWFLWM
Starting April 3: Southwest Florida Cracks Down on Water Use. Fines Begin for Rule Breakers
Starting April 3, people in southwest Florida will feel the squeeze on water use. The Southwest Florida Water Management (SWFLWM) District’s board just clamped down harder as drought conditions drag […]
Matlacha Marks 100 Years
Matlacha Marks 100 Years With Ribbon-Cutting and Major Rebuild Milestones
Matlacha just hit its 100-year milestone, and the community got together Tuesday to celebrate more than just a century. County, local, and state officials joined residents at a ribbon-cutting ceremony, […]
From Vision to Reality: Imagine School’s New North Port Campus Set for 2026 Opening
In 2025, excitement filled the air in North Port as Imagine School broke ground on its new K–12 campus, set to open for the 2026–27 school year. The future site, […]
Desantis Announces Brand-New Skyway Fishing Pier in Manatee, Major Upgrades for Pinellas
Governor Ron DeSantis announced on Thursday that a brand-new Skyway Fishing Pier will rise in Manatee County, while crews will renovate the aging pier in Pinellas County. He stood in […]
Tiny Hatchlings, Big Responsibility: Your Guide to Turtle-Friendly Beaches
Every year from May through October, sea turtles arrive on Florida’s Gulf Coast beaches to nest, with loggerheads showing up in greater numbers than any other species. You’ll also see […]
Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee
Florida Synagogues Ramp up Security as Lawmakers Advance Armed Volunteer Bill
Synagogues and temples throughout Florida started tightening security in early 2026. The push comes after a wave of threats and antisemitic attacks nationwide, stoking fear among Jewish Americans and leaving […]
An Original Etching, by John Costin
Love Florida Nature? This Southwest Florida Festival is Calling Your Name
In Southwest Florida, we care about our wild places, fresh air, and everything from manatees to seabirds. If you’re the type who loves boat rides, spotting rare birds, or just […]
FWC’s Catch a Florida Memory program is back
Catch a Florida Memory Turns 10: A Decade of Angling Adventures
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Catch a Florida Memory program is hitting its 10-year mark in 2026. You could call it a “Catch-a-versary.” Since its launch back in […]
Sarasota Memorial Prepares to Clear Land for SMH-North Port and $57 Million Expansion, courtesy SMH
North Port’s First Hospital Is Rising, But What’s Next for Wellen Park?
The status of the Wellen Park hospital site has been a hot topic. North Port waited over six decades to get its first hospital, but Wellen Park is likely on […]
Plane crash early Saturday in Upper Captiva
Miracle on Upper Captiva: Four Escape Unhurt After Plane Slams Into Bushes
A small plane went down near a runway in Upper Captiva early Saturday morning, with four people, reportedly a family, on board. They all walked away unharmed, despite the plane […]
Alligators at Everglades National Park
Can the Everglades Help Fight Climate Change? Scientists Say Yes, With a Catch
Climate change keeps dominating the headlines, especially here in Southwest Florida, where people feel its effects daily. Droughts, wildfires, and sudden cold snaps have left manatees, fish, and turtles struggling […]
