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Punta Gorda Man Arrested After Firing Gun in Residential Area

Monday, May 19

Charlotte County Sheriff's Office PRESS RELEASEMay 19, 2025 – Punta Gorda, FLDeputies arrested a convicted felon who had been discharging a firearm in a residential area, later finding multiple guns and drugs in his home.Just after 2am on Saturday, May 17, deputies responded to a... Read More.

2nd Annual Southwest Florida Hoedown Set for May 17 at Turner Center in Arcadia

Friday, May 16

2nd Annual Southwest Florida Hoedown Set for May 17 at Turner Center in Arcadia ARCADIA, FL — Get ready to boot-scoot and boogie for a great cause at the 2nd Annual Southwest Florida Hoedown, happening Saturday, May 17, 2025, at the Turner Center in Arcadia.... Read More.

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A Burn Ban is in effect for DeSoto County, FL,

Friday, May 16

DeSoto County, Fla. (April 22, 2025) – A Burn Ban is in effect for DeSoto County, FL, which prohibits open burning unless authorized by the Florida Forest Service. The DeSoto County “Emergency Drought Conditions Fire Hazard” Ordinance No. 2017-07 is implemented to limit fire hazards in... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Needs Your Help To Find This Man

Thursday, May 15

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office DeSoto County Sheriff's Office needs your help to find Kristian Anthony Ryder for Read More.

Punta Gorda Man Arrested After Firing Into Occupied Home

Wednesday, May 14

Punta Gorda Man Arrested After Firing Into Occupied Home May 12, 2025 – Punta Gorda, FLA Punta Gorda man is behind bars after allegedly opening fire on a local residence earlier this month. Authorities have charged 32-year-old Uriah Keyes with multiple felonies following the incident. According... Read More.

Honoring Our Heroes: National Police Week Recognizes Law Enforcement Sacrifices

Monday, May 12

Honoring Our Heroes: National Police Week Recognizes Law Enforcement Sacrifices This week marks National Police Week, a solemn and meaningful time dedicated to honoring the brave men and women of law enforcement—especially those who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Held annually... Read More.

Port Charlotte Resident is Brother of Newly Elected Pope

Saturday, May 10

Port Charlotte Resident is Brother of Newly Elected Pope PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — As the Catholic Church marks a historic milestone with the election of its first American pope, a quiet neighborhood in Port Charlotte, Florida, has suddenly found itself connected to the global spotlight.... Read More.

K-9 Kita Assists In Drug Arrest

Friday, May 9

Arcadia Police Department, Arcadia Fl On April 29, 2025, Officer J. Taylor conducted a traffic stop for running a stop sign. Read More.

FDOT to host US 17 at CR 761 Safety Improvements Hybrid (Online and Live In-Person) Public Meeting

Wednesday, May 7

DeSoto County Fl GovernmentFDOT to host US 17 at CR 761 Safety Improvements Hybrid (Online and Live In-Person) Public MeetingThe in-person public meeting will be held tomorrow, May 8, 2025, at the Turner Agri-Civic Center, 2250 NE Road Street, Arcadia, FL 34266 from 4:00... Read More.

Sheriff Prummell Releases Statement Following Internal Affairs Investigation

Tuesday, May 6

Sheriff Prummell Releases Statement Following Internal Affairs Investigation Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell has issued a public statement regarding the outcome of a recent Internal Affairs investigation, which led to the withdrawal of appointments for four deputies."I have always said that the trust our community... Read More.