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DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Reports In Custody Death

Tuesday, January 18 by Cecilia Lewis

The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an in-custody death. On January 17, 2022, inmate Jesse Aaron Boone was discovered unresponsive in his cell of the DeSoto County Jail. Lifesaving measures... Read More.

Governor Ron DeSantis Puts Seniors First for COVID Tests

Thursday, January 6 by Cecilia Lewis

Florida secures up to one million tests for residents of assisted living facilities and nursing homes WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the state of Florida will be providing up to one million rapid tests as needed for residents of assisted living... Read More.

Saturday, January 1 by Cecilia Lewis

ARCADIA — Last January the DeSoto County BOCC Parks Department was awarded a Florida Boating Improvement Program (FBIP) Grant through the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) to relocate and improve the DeSoto Veterans Memorial Park boat ramp. The design includes construction and installation... Read More.

A Reminder To Drive Sober Or Get Pulled Over

Thursday, December 30 by Cecilia Lewis

Local Law Enforcement and the Florida Highway Patrol remind you that as holiday celebrations continue, the

Punta Gorda Airport Will Now Accommodate Turo Vehicle Drop-Offs

Monday, December 27 by Cecilia Lewis

PGD has become the third airport in Florida where Turo customers can drop off and pick up cars in a way that’s efficient, safe, and airport-approved. All Turo vehicle drop-offs and... Read More.

DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners Sets Mitigation Meeting

Friday, December 24 by Cecilia Lewis

DeSoto County Government - OPEN to the public and any interested parties - The DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners along with the DeSoto County Department of Emergency Management has scheduled... Read More.

Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Looking For Possible Witness

Wednesday, December 22 by Cecilia Lewis

The Charlotte County Sheriff's office issued a picture of this individual, Davis Lee Burns (11/17/01), He is being sought as a possible witness to an ongoing investigation. Davis has ties to Charlotte County, North... Read More.

Potential Shoplifters Thwarted By DeSoto County Officers

Tuesday, December 21 by Cecilia Lewis

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office News Release - Lt. Raya was contacted by the Wal-Mart Loss Prevention Manager regarding a possible attempted theft in progress. Apparently,... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Helps Donate Bikes

Saturday, December 18 by Cecilia Lewis

Throughout the year, bikes find their way to the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office for various reasons. So, rather than let them rust, they donate them to

Punta Gorda Family Members Arrested On Gun And Drug Charges

Wednesday, December 15 by Cecilia Lewis

December 14, 2021 – Punta Gorda, FL A father, his son, and his son’s girlfriend were arrested Tuesday, December 14 on charges of possession of firearms by convicted felons, possession of a trafficking amount of methamphetamine (approx. 100 grams), child neglect, and possession of contraband. On Tuesday,... Read More.

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DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Reports In Custody Death

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DeSoto County Board of County Commissioners Sets Mitigation Meeting

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