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UF/FSA Looking For Farmers In DeSoto County

Friday, May 17

Brad Buck, our UF/IFAS Senior Public Relations Specialists, is looking for farmers in DeSoto County to contribute to a media campaign about saving water on their farm. Brad is looking for individuals who have worked with UF/IFAS to save water or exhibit environment stewardship... Read More.

Dr. Martha Bireda To Speak On Emancipation In Florida

Thursday, May 16

DeSoto County Historical Society PAST PRESENT FUTURE ARCADIA, FLORIDA 20TH OF MAY EMANCIPATION IN FLORIDA Dr. Martha Bireda, Director of the Blanchard House Museum of African American History and Culture of Charlotte County in Punta Gorda, will speak about Florida Emancipation Day at our meeting at noon,... Read More.

Outreach Event for Congressman Scott Franklin Tuesday, May 21, 2024

Tuesday, May 14

Office of Congressman Scott Franklin May 21 | Office of Congressman Scott Franklin Mobile Office Hours Outreach Event for Congressman Scott Franklin Need assistance with a federal agency? Please join us on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, from 1:30pm - 4:00pm at the Board of County Commissioners for a Mobile Office Hours... Read More.

National Police Week May 12 thru May 18, 2024

Monday, May 13

National Police Week 2024 National Police Week begins Sunday, May 12, 2024 and ends Saturday, May 18, 2024. Peace Officers Memorial Day is Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Police Week provides everyone the opportunity to recognize and show appreciation for the sacrifices police officers make and their... Read More.

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Potent Solar Storm May Disrupt Cell Phone And Radio Communications

Friday, May 10

Updated 11:49 AM EDT, May 10, 2024CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Brace yourselves for a celestial show this weekend as an exceptionally robust solar storm hurtles towards Earth, potentially treating parts of the U.S. to dazzling northern lights while also posing risks of power and... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff Recognizes May As Mental Health Awareness Month

Thursday, May 9

DeSoto County Sherriff's Office- Press Release Here at the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office, we recognize the importance of mental health every day. This month, we're joining the conversation to raise awareness. Remember, it's okay not to be okay. Your mental health matters, and there's no... Read More.

Arrests Made In Suspected Burglaries

Wednesday, May 8

Over the last month, The Arcadia Police Department and the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office received several complaints of stolen vehicles and vehicle burglaries. The suspect(s) were mostly targeting Kia vehicles. An investigation began into these crimes, ending in a lawful search warrant granted for... Read More.

DeSoto County Recognizes Economic Development Week

Tuesday, May 7

DeSoto County celebrates Economic Development Week until Friday with a Thursday community event at the DeSoto County Administration Building, Arcadia. The public can drop in between 2-7 p.m. to discuss key issues and potential opportunities. Input will shape the county's economic development strategy. The... Read More.

The DeSoto Board of County Commissioners To Mark Nurses Week

Monday, May 6

CALLING ALL NURSES! 2023 NURSE WEEK PROCLAMATIONS JOIN US AND BE RECOGNIZED! The Desoto Board of County Commissioners presents Desoto County Nurses a Proclamation officially recognizing May 6 -12, 2023 as Nurses Week!Join us in a White Coat Assembly to receive this Special Declaration.When... Read More.

Two Time Convicted Felon Apprehended By DCSO

Friday, May 3

Thursday, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office dedicated Narcotics Unit swiftly responded to Oak Street Apartments, where they apprehended 23-year-old Javin Jenkins, who was wanted for a Felony Violation of Probation Warrant. Upon confrontation, Jenkins resisted and even threatened our deputies, but our team acted... Read More.