Florida Horseshoe Crab Watch…Help Gather Vital Information
Join Florida Sea Grant Charlotte County for the Florida Horseshoe Crab Watch (FHCW) in Charlotte County! Help us... Read More.
Author: Cecilia Lewis
DCSO Takes Dangerous Predator Off The Streets
On September 18, 2002, Jason Wayne Pearson pled guilty and was convicted for committing heinous crimes, including one count of Sexual Battery with Force/Weapon and two counts of Kidnapping, under Florida State Statutes (FSS) 794.011(3) and 787.01(1)(a)2. As a result, he became a registered... Read More.
Mark Your Calendars: Florida’s Inaugural Tax-Free Weekend for Back-to-School Supplies Commences on July 24th!
Florida residents are eagerly anticipating the arrival of the state’s first tax-free weekend, which marks the beginning of two such weekends dedicated to back-to-school supplies and more.
Governor Ron DeSantis made history in May by enacting Florida’s most substantial tax relief plan ever, amounting to... Read More.
Notice of Public Hearing To consider a rate increase for Curbside Garbage Collection
The Board of County Commissioners of DeSoto County, Florida, will hold a Public Hearing on
August 15, 2023 at 6:30 pm,
in the Administration Building, Room 103, 201 East Oak Street, Arcadia, Florida, to consider a rate increase for CURBSIDE GARBAGE COLLECTION.
This purpose is to provide... Read More.
News From The Desk Of Sheriff Potter
“Strengthening Our Community: Reporting Crime and Suspicious Activity”
As your dedicated Sheriff, it is both an honor and a privilege to serve and protect our community. Today I want to reflect on a crucial message that requires your support and active participation to benefit each... Read More.
DCSO Traffic Snapshot for This Week
YOUR safety on the roads is our top priority! As part of our commitment to foster safer driving habits in our community, we present you the weekly Read More.
Need More Info On Broadband Internet? Workshops available!
ARE YOU CONNECTED? TALK BROADBAND WITH US!
FloridaCommerce will be holding 3 public webinars to hear directly from Florida citizens and stakeholders about barriers to accessing broadband Internet service.
Virtual Workshop Dates & Times
July 14 @ 10:30AM - 12:00PM EST/ 9:30AM-11:00AM CST
July 24 @
2:00PM-3:30PM EST/
1:00PM -... Read More.
DeSoto County Sheriffs Office Makes Significant Arrest
DeSoto County Sheriffs Office Makes Significant Arrest
On July 13, 2023, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) made a significant arrest that ensured the safety of our community. Christopher Hodges, a dangerous individual with a history of violence, was apprehended following a domestic situation that... Read More.
Watch Your Speed…Operation Southern Slow Down July 17-23rd
Operation Southern Slow Down
Officers with the Sarasota Police Department will participate in Operation Southern Slow Down beginning Monday, July 17, 2023. The Sarasota Police Department partners with law enforcement agencies throughout Florida, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
Operation Southern Slow Down, which will take... Read More.
Arcadia Police Assist FBI In Capture
Arcadia Police Department
The FBI requested the assistance of the Arcadia Police Department in reference to some... Read More.
