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Sunday, July 30

On July 27, 2023, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office joined forces with the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office to execute a co-affiant search warrant here in DeSoto County. Suspect Jose Galindo, known for his violent criminal history and multiple felony convictions, was the target of... Read More.

Hope DeSoto Long Term Recovery Group Is Organizing Help!

Friday, July 28

Hope DeSoto Long Term Recovery Group is organizing help! Partnering with World Renew, free and confidential Community Needs Assessments are scheduled in DeSoto County and Hardee County in August. Meetings are walk-in only. Proof of residency and a photo ID are required, and aid is not... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Needs Your Help In Locating This Man

Thursday, July 27

DCSO needs YOUR help in locating a wanted individual for #WarrantWednesday! Meet Vernon Kenneth Green --... Read More.

Farm Share Food Distribution Event On August 19th At The Turner Agri-Civic Center.

Wednesday, July 26

There will be a food distribution event on August 19th at the Turner Agri-Civic Center. State Representative Spencer Roach, Farm Share, and DeSoto County Administration have arranged the dive-thru event. It starts at 9 AM. Volunteers needed! If you'd like to help call, 863-993-4800. Farm... Read More.

Stuff the Truck & Trailer To Benefit DeSoto County Students

Tuesday, July 25

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office This week we are accepting school supply donations to benefit DeSoto County students. All donations will be prepared and distributed to students in our Back-to-School Drive-Thru event at the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office on Saturday, August 5th. ALL contributions, big or small,... Read More.

Arrested for Attempting To Smuggle Drugs Into DeSoto Correctional Institute

Monday, July 24

On Sunday, July 23, 2023, DeSoto County Sheriff's Office Deputy Thurek responded to an incident at the DeSoto Correctional Institute, involving a pat-down search of Shameka Yvonne Foster, during which alarming discoveries were made. Foster was reportedly attempting to smuggle illegal narcotics inside her person,... Read More.

Florida Horseshoe Crab Watch…Help Gather Vital Information

Monday, July 24

Join Florida Sea Grant Charlotte County for the Florida Horseshoe Crab Watch (FHCW) in Charlotte County! Help us... Read More.

DCSO Takes Dangerous Predator Off The Streets

Saturday, July 22

On September 18, 2002, Jason Wayne Pearson pled guilty and was convicted for committing heinous crimes, including one count of Sexual Battery with Force/Weapon and two counts of Kidnapping, under Florida State Statutes (FSS) 794.011(3) and 787.01(1)(a)2. As a result, he became a registered... Read More.

Mark Your Calendars: Florida’s Inaugural Tax-Free Weekend for Back-to-School Supplies Commences on July 24th!

Friday, July 21

Florida residents are eagerly anticipating the arrival of the state’s first tax-free weekend, which marks the beginning of two such weekends dedicated to back-to-school supplies and more. Governor Ron DeSantis made history in May by enacting Florida’s most substantial tax relief plan ever, amounting to... Read More.

Notice of Public Hearing To consider a rate increase for Curbside Garbage Collection

Thursday, July 20

The Board of County Commissioners of DeSoto County, Florida, will hold a Public Hearing on August 15, 2023 at 6:30 pm, in the Administration Building, Room 103, 201 East Oak Street, Arcadia, Florida, to consider a rate increase for CURBSIDE GARBAGE COLLECTION. This purpose is to provide... Read More.