Hurricane season begins June 1, and now is the time to prepare
STAFF REPORT – With June 1 on the horizon, signifying the beginning of hurricane season, one errand you should prioritize is…
POLICE BEAT: Mysterious van filled with fuel found abandoned at Placida boat ramp, CCSO asks all island residents to lock up their boats, tackle and other gear
On Friday, May 7 Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office investigators and Charlotte County Fire were on scene at the Placida boat…
OBITUARY: Mike Weddle
Michael Lee Weddle, born September 29, 1954, passed away on May 7, 20…
PROFILE: Virginia Williamson
BY T MICHELE WALKER – While most mothers spent Mother’s Day being pam…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: A tribute to local artist and historian Patti Middleton
To the Editor:
During the past six years we were very fortunate to spend time with this special lady. As soon as Patti would…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Many thanks for a terrific prom, from grateful parents
To the Editor:
As parents of this year’s senior class at Lemon Bay High School, we would like to issue a heartfelt thank you…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Please respect our beaches, take out what you bring in
To the Editor:
Diapers. Sandals. Broken glass. These are just a few of the things that I find on a regular basis when I walk…
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: FWC launches the new Florida fishing pier finder
To the Editor:
Are you looking for a place to fish from shore? Check out the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commissi…
Is the fate of the NHR proposal sealed? Appeal filed, but state announces that more than half of residents in the district have objected to the nomination
BY MARCY SHORTUSE – Word from Tallahassee this week is that the controversial National Register of Historic Places nominatio…