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Desoto, Hardee & Manatee Growers Invited to Citrus Roundtable on December 2

Monday, November 17

Desoto, Hardee & Manatee Growers Invited to Citrus Roundtable on December 2 WAUCHULA, Fla. — Citrus producers across DeSoto, Hardee, and Manatee counties are invited to attend an upcoming roundtable aimed at identifying the most urgent needs facing the industry. The Emergent Needs for Citrus... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team Seeking New Training Locations

Friday, November 14

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team Seeking New Training Locations The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office is reaching out to the community in search of new locations to conduct SWAT training exercises. Officials say a variety of sites are needed, including vacant buildings, after-hours businesses, warehouses,... Read More.

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UF/IFAS Citrus Growers Roundtable and Field Visit – December 2

Wednesday, November 12

UF/IFAS Citrus Growers Roundtable and Field Visit – December 2 Calling all citrus growers! The University of Florida IFAS Extension invites you to a Citrus Growers Roundtable and Field Visit on Tuesday, December 2, from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. This hybrid in-person and online event offers... Read More.

Local Veterans Day Observances Set For Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Monday, November 10

Veterans Day Observances Across Southwest Florida — Tuesday, November 11, 2025 Southwest Florida communities will come together Tuesday to honor those who served our nation with Veterans Day ceremonies and parades throughout the region. In Charlotte County, the annual Veterans Day Parade begins at 9:00 a.m.... Read More.

FWC Reminds Everyone Florida’s Black Bears Are Active This Time Of Year

Friday, November 7

Be BearWise® as bears are more active in fallThe Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the reminder that Florida’s black bears are more active in the fall as they search for food before winter. Following BearWise® practices such... Read More.

Man Arrested On 84 Counts of Possession Of Child Pornography

Wednesday, November 5

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office Press Release The Internet Crimes against Children (ICAC) Task Force Program is a national network of 61 coordinated task forces representing over 4,500 federal, state, and local law enforcement and prosecutorial agencies.DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Zachary Long is a member of... Read More.

DeSoto County to Honor Local Heroes on Veterans Day

Tuesday, November 4

DeSoto County to Honor Local Heroes on Veterans DayDeSoto County will host its annual Veterans Day Ceremony on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the DeSoto County Courthouse. The community is invited to gather in gratitude and remembrance to honor the men... Read More.

Two Killed in Head-On Collision Near Arcadia

Monday, November 3

Two Killed in Head-On Collision Near Arcadia A tragic crash early Sunday morning claimed the lives of two Arcadia residents on State Road 31 in Charlotte County. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the accident happened just north of County Road 74 when a 22-year-old man... Read More.

🎃 Sheriff Potter’s Candy Cruise Drive-Thru Event Set for Halloween 🎃

Thursday, October 30

🎃 Sheriff Potter’s Candy Cruise Drive-Thru Event Set for Halloween 🎃 Families in DeSoto County are invited to join Sheriff Potter’s Candy Cruise Drive-Thru Event on Thursday, October 31st, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office, 208 E Cypress St.,... Read More.

Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Bloodhound Team Locates Missing Passenger from Crash Scene

Tuesday, October 28

Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Bloodhound Team Locates Missing Passenger from Crash Scene The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Bloodhound Team, led by Cpl. Steven Sella and his partner K9 Zoe, successfully located a woman who went missing following a rollover vehicle crash. Deputies initially responded to the... Read More.