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Wauchula Woman Dies In Head On Crash

BOWLING GREEN — Authorities report that a woman from Arcadia was driving the wrong way on U.S. 17 when she collided with another vehicle, killing its driver and seriously injuring its passenger. The crash occurred at 3:02 a.m. Sunday, just south of Bowling Green, according... Read More.

Historic Preservation Meeting To Be Held In Arcadia

YOU ARE INVITED to Attend the Historic Preservation Commission Meeting on June 6, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. – To Discuss the Potential Expansion of the Arcadia Historic District to Include Southwest Arcadia There will be a special meeting of the City of Arcadia Historic Preservation... Read More.

DCSO Says Stay Informed and Safe: 2024 Hurricane Season Tips

As of June 1st, the 2024 Hurricane Season has officially begun. It's crucial for everyone in our community to be well-prepared for potential storms. Reflecting on past experiences, we remember Hurricane Ian, which struck Southwest Florida on September 28, 2022, as a Category 4... Read More.

Two DeSoto County Affordable Housing Meetings Set

Social Services Fair Housing Event Jun 04 | Social Services Fair Housing Event FAIR HOUSING DeSoto County Social Services Department will be holding a Fair Housing Event on Tuesday, June 4, 2024 starting at 4:00 pm At the Turner Agri-Civic Center; 2250 NE Roan St. *The Fair Housing Law prohibits discrimination based... Read More.

Florida’s Disaster Preparedness Tax-Free Holiday Begins June 1st

Florida's Disaster Preparedness tax-free holiday coincides with the start of hurricane season, running from June 1 to 14. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecasts 23 named storms and 5 major hurricanes for this season. To aid in storm preparation, the state is offering financial assistance... Read More.

2024 Florida Python Challenge Announced

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez announced the opening of registration for the 2024 Florida Python Challenge®. Participants can compete for over $25,000 in prizes by removing invasive Burmese pythons from the wild. The 10-day competition, running from August 9-18, 2024, is... Read More.

Burn Ban In Effect For DeSoto County

May 29, 2024 Due to dry weather conditions over an extensive period resulting in a high drought index rating, the Desoto County Board of County Commissioners has approved a burn ban for the county to take effect immediately. The burn ban includes, but is not limited... Read More.