DeSoto County Government
LOOKING FOR LICENSED CONTRACTORSThe Social Services Department is looking for licensed contractors for the rehabilitation and demolition/reconstruction of homes.Funding Sources for the projects are the Hurricane Housing Recover Program (HHRP) and the State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP).Interested Contractors should call or email... Read More.
Author: Cecilia Lewis
Child Passenger Safety Week Thru September 23rd
The DeSoto County Sheriff's Office is proud to join hands with parents, caregivers and our community members during Child Passenger Safety Week. The safety of our little ones if a top priority, and this week is all about spreading awareness on proper child passenger... Read More.
Tragic Collision on US-17 Leaves One Dead and Sparks Investigation
DeSoto County, FlA collision occurred involving two vehicles, resulting in a tragic fatality and subsequent vehicle fire. The incident took place on US-17, heading north, in the right lane, south of Earnest Street.Vehicle 1, traveling north in the right lane, collided with the rear... Read More.
DeSoto County Deputy’s Firearm Discharges During Confrontation with Suspects
At approximately 7:28 AM on early Monday morning (9/18/2023), the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office was notified by the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office of a stolen vehicle approaching the Charlotte-DeSoto county lines, which had originated from Fort Myers.When deputies from the DCSO spotted the vehicle,... Read More.
Governor Ron DeSantis Requests USDA Disaster Declaration to Support Florida Farmers Impacted by Hurricane Idalia
ALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis has requested a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Disaster Declaration to support Florida’s farmers who were impacted by Hurricane Idalia. In addition to impacting crop yields, Hurricane Idalia also impacted barns, fencing and other equipment. The Governor has requested... Read More.
MCR Health Hosts Annual Health Fair in Arcadia, Offering Free Health Services and Resources
This weekend, MCR Health is bringing back its highly anticipated health fair to Arcadia, providing essential health services at no cost to the community.Scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 16, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the health fair will take place at the Turner Agri-Civic... Read More.
DeSoto County Sheriff Warns Residents Of Ongoing Scam
Attention DeSoto County residents, the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office needs your help in spreading the word about an ongoing scam in our community.We've recently come across an alarming scam targeting individuals throughout the county. The scam involves a suspicious follow-up on a sponsored survey.... Read More.
Charlotte County To Aid In FREE Hurricane Supplies Distribution Today
HURRICANE SUPPLIES DISTRIBUTION SITE Thursday, Sept. 14 from 4-7 p.m. Charlotte Sports Park: 2300 El Jobean Rd Tarps and clean-up kits will be available for free while supplies last. Project Hope will be making arrangements for mental health services for anyone who may need... Read More.
DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Recognizes National Police Women’s Day
DeSoto County Sheriff's Office will recognize National Police Women's Day by honoring the incredible women who serve and protect at the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office.Throughout our history at DCSO, women have played vital roles in serving and protecting our community. In 1965, Inez... Read More.
FREE MCR Health Fair September 16th
MCR HEALTH FAIR Live Music MCR HEALTH FREE SCREENINGS: Dental, Vision, Blood Pressure, Blood Sugar, Health Education September 16th, 2023 10am-2pm TURNER AGRI-CIVIC CENTER 2250 NE Roan St., Arcadia, FL 34266 For More Information 855-253-9098 FREE EVENT COVID-19 Vaccines Entertainment Free Healthy Food Country,... Read More.
