Residents, This notice serves as a reminder of zero-tolerance enforcement for fishing activities in Burnt Store Lakes. Fishing Is Permitted ONLY Under The Following Conditions: • Fishing privileges may be extended only to house guests and only while they are guests (owners must be present with the guest at all times). • When fishing away […]

One Single-Family Home Application was reviewed by ARC and recommended for approval at the January Board Meeting. Nine other applications were reviewed. Four were recommended for approval and five were held for additional information. Effective January 28, 2026 there were 50 new homes in the approved construction process. Thirty-one are in Active construction status, 15 […]

The Association has been made aware of increasing concerns about feeding wildlife in and around our community park areas. Recent observations indicate that this activity is negatively affecting both native wildlife behavior and resident safety. Over the past several days, residents walking dogs in the park have reported an unusual number of squirrels approaching people […]

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has implemented, effective December 24, 2025, new procedures for dating mail, postmarking letters and packages with the date they are processed at a postal facility rather than when they are dropped off in a mailbox—a shift that could affect whether time-sensitive mail is considered on time. The USPS says the […]

Baby, it’s cold outside! I probably shouldn’t complain. I probably should just “suck it up.” But dang, where did my Florida go? I know it’s only in the 40s, but I am reacting as though it is below zero. My body aches and doesn’t want to get out of bed in the morning. I even […]

Dear Burnt Store Lakes Residents, Maintaining your property is not only important for curb appeal, but also an essential part of being a good neighbor and remaining in compliance with the Burnt Store Lakes Deed Restrictions. In Florida’s humid climate, roofs and driveways can accumulate mold, mildew, algae, weeds, and debris over time. If left […]

St. Patrick’s Day is all about the Irish and our beautiful country Ireland, but did you know that there are many aspects of the big day that we cannot claim as our own invention? Such as the St. Patrick’s Day parade phenomenon, for instance? To get you up to date with all the weirdest and […]

PGD LAUNCHES NEW ONLINE TRAVEL PLANNING FEATURE PuntaGorda Airport (PGD) has launched a new online feature, FlyMyAirport, that allows passengers to plan and book their flights from http://www.FlyPGD.com. Passengers can use it to search for flights, compare prices, and explore rental car and hotel deals all in one place. “This new search function makes it […]

FLORIDA HAS BEEN THE SET OF MANY FAMOUS MOVIES Florida’s versatile scenery of coastlines, boating canals, bustling cities, and swampy parks makes it a hit among Hollywood directors and filmmakers. Some of the best movies shot here include Marley & Me, Moonlight, The Truman Show, My Girl, Apollo 13, Ace Ventura, and Edward Scissorhands.

Florida’s warm, humid climate provides an ideal habitat for various spider species, including some that may wander indoors. While spiders help keep pest populations down, homeowners can benefit from knowing which species they’re most likely to encounter. Here’s a guide to some of Florida’s common spiders, with tips for identifying and understanding them. The Most […]