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Florida is one of the most tax-friendly states for older workers and retirees. It’s one of just seven states that don’t collect personal income tax, allowing residents to benefit from tax-free pensions and retirement pay, along with no state taxes on Social Security or investment income. Florida also doesn’t have an inheritance or estate tax. […]

INHABITANTS OF BURNT STORE LAKES AND NEARBY AREAS HAVE ENCOUNTERED ALLIGATORS FROM TIME TO TIME. If you cross paths with an alligator that … a. is in a place considered unacceptable, such as a swimming pool, lanai, garage, etc., b. you consider a threat to people, pets, or property, c. approaches people, or d. doesn’t […]

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 […]

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 […]

Trivia Night At Coastal Expressions & Wine Every Thursday, 6 to 8 p.m. 1133 Bal Harbor, Suite 1135, Punta Gorda Contact information: Lori Sandage at (941) 214-8599 or at loriscoastal-expressions.com Dance Fusion Class Every Tuesday and Friday 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Punta Gorda Isles Civic Association, 2001 Shreve St., Punta Gorda or by Zoom Contact […]

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 three Single-Family Home Applications reviewed by ARC in April. One of these was recommended for approval, and two were held for additional information. Fifteen other applications were reviewed. Twelve were recommended for approval, and three were held for additional information. Effective April 30, 2025, there were 59 new homes in the construction process. […]