DeSoto County Emergency Management Update
DeSoto County Emergency Management Update
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As Hurricane #Milton approaches the... Read More.
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DeSoto County Update Hurricane Milton 10/8/24
*****IMPORTANT UPDATE TO SHELTER LOCATION******
The DeSoto County Middle School at 420 E Gibson St, Arcadia, FL 34266 will be used as the General Population Shelter.
Shelter Opening Announcement!
Weโre opening a special needs shelter and a general population shelter TODAY, 10/8/24, starting at 12... Read More.
DeSoto County Emergency Management Updates On Tropical Storm Milton
October 6, 2024 Updates From Emergency Management Tropical Storm Milton
A Message Form Governor DeSantis
As Tropical Storm Milton intensifies in the Gulf, I have issued Executive Order 24-214 in preparation for a potential landfall on Floridaโs west coast this week. This order declares a state... Read More.
DeSantis Declares State Of Emergency In 35 Florida Counties Ahead Of Milton
Governor Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency in 35 Florida counties, including Southwest Florida, in anticipation of Hurricane Milton. The National Hurricane Center predicts it will reach Category 3 status before making landfall on the west coast of Florida on Wednesday. DeSantis has... Read More.
DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Arrest Update
October 4, 2024
DeSoto County Sheriff's Office Arrest Update
Back in May, we informed you about Gregory Paul Summers Jr.'s arrest during a traffic stop that led to the discovery of illegal narcotics and a firearm. Now, Summers is back in custody after violating his supervised... Read More.
Arcadia Police to Host Annual Tip A Cop Event at Slim’s BBQ
Arcadia Police to Host Annual Tip A Cop Event at Slim's BBQ
Mark your calendars! The Arcadia Police Departmentโs annual Tip A Cop event at Slim's BBQ is just around the corner. On October 17th and 18th, officers will trade their badges for aprons as... Read More.
DMH Offers Special “Moonlight Mammos” Event with Evening Mammogram Appointments
DMH Offers Special "Moonlight Mammos" Event with Evening Mammogram Appointments
DeSoto Memorial Hospital invites women to schedule a mammogram during its special "Moonlight Mammos" event on October 15, 2024. Evening appointments are available from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM.
In addition to receiving top-quality care, attendees... Read More.
DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office to Host National Night Out
DeSoto County Sheriff's Office to Host National Night Out
Arcadia, FL โ The DeSoto County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) invites the community to join them for their annual National Night Out event on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, from 3:30 PM to 8:30 PM. The event will... Read More.
DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Arrests Fugitive After 18-Month Manhunt
DeSoto County Sheriff's Office Arrests Fugitive After 18-Month Manhunt
After nearly 18 months on the run, Rodney Rodriguez Randolph Jr. was arrested on September 26, 2024, by the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office (DCSO). Randolph, who faced multiple felony charges including trafficking illegal narcotics, possession of... Read More.
U.S. 41 Bridge Reopens Following Hurricane Helene Flooding
U.S. 41 Bridge Reopens Following Hurricane Helene Flooding
Charlotte County officials have announced the reopening of both the north- and southbound bridges on U.S. 41 into Punta Gorda. While the bridges are now accessible, residents are encouraged to stay informed about road conditions. "To view... Read More.
