PHOTO TAKEN THE DAY THE SANIBEL LIGHTHOUSE WAS RELIT AFTER SUFFERING DAMAGE FROM HURRICANE IAN. The stories of Florida’s lighthouses illuminate history and hope. They are sentinels of safety for ships at sea, but lighthouses provide much more than a safe passage over reefs, rocks, and shoals. They illuminate not only the night sky but […]

The mission of Peace River Wildlife Center is to contribute to the survival of native Florida wildlife through rescue, rehabilitation, and education. Peace River Wildlife Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that receives no local, state, or federal funding. We depend on the generous support of our community and guests to meet this mission. Peace […]

Charlotte County residents must follow these guidelines unless additional Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD) or Charlotte County Utilities restrictions apply. Lawn Watering is limited to two days per week based on the last number in your service address: • Even number addresses may water on Thursday and/or Sunday before 10 a.m. or after 4 […]

95 PERCENT OF FLORIDA’S BISCAYNE NATIONAL PARK IS UNDERWATER Biscayne National Park, located south of Miami in Miami-Dade County, is a natural treasure trove brimming with a living coral reefs, mangroves, shipwrecks, and hundreds of fish species. That said, nearly all of it is located underwater, but it’s also the largest protected marine park at […]

Let us know if you would like to be connected with a neighbor. Neighborhood Watch is accepting resident profiles as a community service for those who may need assistance from time to time, particularly in the event of a severe storm or hurricane. To obtain a copy of the profile and/or to obtain additional information, […]

“IT’S A PAW-TY” SILENT DISCO Date: Friday, June 6 Time: 6:30 to 10 p.m. Description: The Suncoast Humane Society is hosting a Silent Disco fundraiser at the Plantation Golf & Country Club in Venice, Fla., benefiting our shelter pets and pet owners in our surrounding communities. Every ticket or sponsorship helps support the most vulnerable […]

The first roller coaster was used to transport coal down a hill. After people found that it could reach speeds up to 50 miles per hour, tourists asked to ride on it for a few cents.

There were four Single-Family Home Applications reviewed by ARC in March. Two of these were recommended for approval, one was held for additional information, and one was cancelled by the contractor. Fifteen other applications were reviewed. Twelve were recommended for approval, two were held for additional information, and one unauthorized construction was recommended for fining. […]

WeatherBell, a meteorological consulting firm that predicted an active 2024 hurricane season, has already put out its preliminary look at the 2025 hurricane season – and it has some good news! The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is predicted to be a bit less active compared to last year – similar to the 2018 season.  Floridians’ ears might perk […]