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Traffic Chaos: Kings Highway Comes to a Screeching Halt After Multi-Vehicle Crash!

Friday, January 23

Kings Highway is currently closed in both directions after a late-morning multi-vehicle crash left drivers at a standstill. The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office reports that eastbound lanes are shut down at Sandhill Boulevard, while westbound traffic is backed up near the DeSoto County line... Read More.

Intersection Tragedy: Two Lives Lost in Hardee County Crash

Thursday, January 22

In a heartbreaking incident that is hard to wrap your head around, two young men from Southwest Florida lost their lives in a fatal crash near Hardee County recently. The accident unfolded when their 2025 Kia, driven by a 35-year-old man from Fort Myers,... Read More.

Traffic Stops and Tears: The Heartbreaking Story of a Family Torn Apart by ICE

Wednesday, January 21

In a world where a simple traffic stop can lead to a family’s worst nightmare, Elizabeth Alejo is enduring a heart-wrenching ordeal. Her husband, Mario Garcia-Falcon, was pulled over near Hillsboro Avenue in DeSoto County for not coming to a complete stop. Though he’s... Read More.

Mysterious Hit-and-Run Shakes Arcadia: Can the Driver Be Found?

Wednesday, January 21

A recent motorcycle crash in Arcadia has left a 36-year-old man seriously injured and authorities on the hunt for the driver responsible. The incident occurred at the intersection of SE Airport Road and SE Airport Estates Street when a pickup truck made a left... Read More.

Water Wars: Punta Gorda’s Battle with a State Bill

Tuesday, January 20

In a dramatic showdown over water supply, State Representative Vanessa Oliver has filed House Bill 4077, claiming that Punta Gorda lacks the capacity to meet its peak water demand. This proposed legislation has sparked fierce pushback from city leaders who argue it is based... Read More.

From Waffle House to Wild West: A Juvenile’s Unfortunate Decision

Sunday, January 18

In a startling turn of events, a juvenile was involved in a dramatic incident outside a Waffle House in Port Charlotte, Florida. After being asked to leave the restaurant due to a disturbance, the young suspect decided to escalate matters by brandishing a firearm... Read More.

Walmart Run Gone Wrong: How a TikTok Challenge Landed a Teen Behind Bars

Thursday, January 15

In a story that highlights the thin line between entertainment and trouble, 19-year-old Isaac Matthew Hurley found himself in hot water after attempting a TikTok challenge at a Walmart in Englewood. It was just past 11 p.m. when deputies responded to reports of a... Read More.

Gunfire Grit: When Your Dream Home Turns into a Shooting Range

Wednesday, January 14

In a baffling twist of suburban life, homeowners in Charlotte County are facing an uninvited neighbor—gunfire from the nearby Sheriff’s Office firing range. Connie Wendt, who traded the bitter cold of Minnesota for sunsets in Florida, is now waking up to what she describes... Read More.

From Crowns to Rescue: How a Hurricane-Damaged Dental Office Became Firefighters’ Training Ground!

Tuesday, January 13

Englewood firefighters are taking training to a whole new level. Instead of practicing in their well-worn training facility, they’re utilizing a hurricane-damaged dental office, providing a unique landscape for real-life rescue operations. This innovation is not just about getting creative with real estate; it’s... Read More.

Firing Range vs. Neighborhood: The Battle for Peace in Charlotte County

Monday, January 12

Charlotte County is stepping back into the fray as commissioners take a second look at ongoing noise complaints from residents in Waterford Estates about the nearby sheriff’s office firing range. The recent noise testing revealed that during regular training, noise levels reached an average... Read More.

Current Weather

Traffic Chaos: Kings Highway Comes to a Screeching Halt After Multi-Vehicle Crash!

Intersection Tragedy: Two Lives Lost in Hardee County Crash

Traffic Stops and Tears: The Heartbreaking Story of a Family Torn Apart by ICE

Mysterious Hit-and-Run Shakes Arcadia: Can the Driver Be Found?

Water Wars: Punta Gorda’s Battle with a State Bill

From Waffle House to Wild West: A Juvenile’s Unfortunate Decision

Walmart Run Gone Wrong: How a TikTok Challenge Landed a Teen Behind Bars

Gunfire Grit: When Your Dream Home Turns into a Shooting Range

From Crowns to Rescue: How a Hurricane-Damaged Dental Office Became Firefighters’ Training Ground!

Firing Range vs. Neighborhood: The Battle for Peace in Charlotte County

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