Lee County has the highest total number of manatee deaths in the state for 2026 so far, according to newly released preliminary manatee mortality data from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation…
“The manatee’s lament echoes in the deep, a cry for help from the ocean’s keep. Their home under threat, their numbers wane, yet they continue their peaceful reign. A plea for protection, a ca…
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Above, Dusty with his wife, Nicole, and daughters Alana and Ava. Photo submitted
This year, the Boca Grande Fishing Guides Association took on a new re…
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission and partners announced the results and winners of the 2026 Florida Python Challenge, an event intended to raise awareness about invasive species whi…
Editor’s Note: This is one of six weekly wildlife articles submitted by the Barrier Island Parks Society to raise awareness about the issues facing our island communities. This week, the American wh…
Concrete repairs at various Charlotte County parks will begin on Aug. 10, 2026 and are anticipated to be complete by Aug. 24, 2026. The parks will remain open.
Amberjack Environmental Park 6450…
A storm debris dump near Punta Gorda, which had been pulled from the consent agenda back in May, narrowly passed at the Tuesday, July 28, 2026 Charlotte County Board of County Commissioners meeting…
Above, lightning poses dangers to buildings and people, in this 2024 photo taken near the Range Light. Sandi Firtion
Florida used to be called the lightning capital, having been dethroned by Okl…
The Drive, Chip and Putt, a free nationwide junior golf development competition aimed at growing the game by focusing on the three fundamental skills employed in golf, was held at Lemon Bay Golf Clu…
