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Active Assailant Command Training at Memorial Elementary School…Designed To Keep Our Students Safe

Saturday, June 22

The FBI defines an active shooter as one or more individuals actively engaged in killing or attempting to kill people in a populated area. According to other research, 69.8% of active shooter incidents ended in 5 minutes or less. This week members of the Arcadia... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Launches Back-to-School Donation Drive

Thursday, June 20

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office Launches Back-to-School Donation Drive DeSoto County, June 20, 2024- The DeSoto County Sheriff's Office announces the commencement of its annual Back-to-School Donation Drive, aimed at supporting local students as they prepare for the upcoming school year. Starting next week, the Sheriff's Office... Read More.

Citizens Property Insurance Corp. Considers Double-Digit Rate Hike Proposal Amid Policy Growth

Wednesday, June 19

Citizens Property Insurance Corp. Considers Double-Digit Rate Hike Proposal Amid Policy Growth Tallahassee, FL — The future financial landscape for Florida homeowners hangs in the balance as the Citizens Property Insurance Corp. Board of Governors prepares to deliberate on a significant rate increase proposal scheduled... Read More.

Teen Driver Challenge This Saturday

Monday, June 17

Save the date! Our Teen Driver Challenge is set for Saturday, July 13th, starting at 8:00 am at the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office. Is your teen ready to elevate their driving skills? This free course is open to teens aged 15 to 19 with... Read More.

DeSoto County Budget Workshop Dates Announced

Friday, June 14

DeSoto County, Fl The Board of County Commissioners will start their series of budget workshops at the County Administration Building (201 E Oak Street) in Arcadia. The meetings will be held in the County Commissioners Boardroom, Suite 103. The workshops are held to discuss and review... Read More.

Join In the DeSoto County Annual Terrific Tuesday Series

Thursday, June 13

DeSoto County's now 2nd Annual Terrific Tuesdays series continues next week at the Turner Agri-Civic Center, beginning with Family Trivia Night (June 11); Crafts, Games and Bounce Houses (June 18); and DeSoto's Got Talent (June 25). All events are FREE and open to the public. Participants/Teams... Read More.

Adventure Into Safety at the Library: A Week of Fun and Learning

Wednesday, June 12

Adventure Into Safety at the Library: A Week of Fun and Learning Arcadia, FL - The DeSoto County Library is gearing up for an exciting and educational event titled "Adventure Into Safety A!" happening from June 11th to June 15th. Packed with activities suitable for... Read More.

Wauchula Woman Dies In Head On Crash

Monday, June 10

BOWLING GREEN — Authorities report that a woman from Arcadia was driving the wrong way on U.S. 17 when she collided with another vehicle, killing its driver and seriously injuring its passenger. The crash occurred at 3:02 a.m. Sunday, just south of Bowling Green, according... Read More.

One of Charlotte County’s “Most Wanted” Located and Arrested

Saturday, June 8

June 7, 2024 – Punta Gorda, FL A man who has been on Charlotte County’s “Most Wanted” list was arrested on a warrant for 10 counts of child pornography and one count of using a computer to lure or seduce a child. Just before noon on... Read More.

Hit And Run Vehicle Stop Results In Drug Arrest

Friday, June 7

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office On June 6, 2024, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office received a call regarding a hit-and-run accident. Thanks to the swift action of our Read More.

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Active Assailant Command Training at Memorial Elementary School…Designed To Keep Our Students Safe

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Launches Back-to-School Donation Drive

Citizens Property Insurance Corp. Considers Double-Digit Rate Hike Proposal Amid Policy Growth

Teen Driver Challenge This Saturday

DeSoto County Budget Workshop Dates Announced

Join In the DeSoto County Annual Terrific Tuesday Series

Adventure Into Safety at the Library: A Week of Fun and Learning

Wauchula Woman Dies In Head On Crash

One of Charlotte County’s “Most Wanted” Located and Arrested

Hit And Run Vehicle Stop Results In Drug Arrest

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