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Burn Ban Has Been Lifted In DeSoto County

Tuesday, June 6

DeSoto County, FL Burn Ban has been lifted. Please be safe and use caution when burning outdoors. Yard Waste Burning: You may burn yard waste as long as... ~~You meet the required setbacks (see image) and no local city or county ordinances prohibit burning. ~~The yard waste was generated... Read More.

Terrific Tuesdays @ the Turner Center

Monday, June 5

DeSoto County, FL DeSoto County invites you to Terrific Tuesdays at the Turner Center! There will be... Read More.

Reel in some Florida fun on license-free fishing weekends in June

Sunday, June 4

During the license-free weekends, all bag limits, size limits and fishing regulations still apply. Anglers must also follow all other fishing rules, such as gear restrictions, seasons and closures. To help ensure a fun and safe fishing experience, the FWC encourages all anglers to... Read More.

Fisherman’s Village Owner Faces Lawsuit for Alleged Misuse of Company Funds for Extravagant Lifestyle

Saturday, June 3

Date: June 3, 2023 PUNTA GORDA — Jon Larmore, the owner of Fisherman's Village, a popular waterfront shopping and dining complex in Punta Gorda, finds himself embroiled in a lawsuit as allegations arise of his purported misappropriation of company funds for personal indulgences. Larmore stands... Read More.

Hurricane Season 2023 Commences: Experts Predict An Uncertain Forecast

Thursday, June 1

As the calendar flips to June, meteorologists around the globe are closely monitoring the commencement of the highly anticipated hurricane season for the year 2023. The season officially began today, signaling the start of a period when tropical cyclones are most likely to form... Read More.

DeSoto County Will Host “Freedom Fest” On July 4th At The Turner Agri-Civic Center

Wednesday, May 31

DeSoto County Will Host "Freedom Fest" On July 4th At The Turner Agri-Civic Center DeSoto County will host a free all-day event for the community this Independence Day called Freedom Fest, held at the Turner Agri-Civic Center, 2250 NE Roan St, Arcadia. On July 4, 2023,... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff Potter Alerts Public On The Importance Of Signing Up For “OnSolve Code Red”

Tuesday, May 30

Sheriff Potter took to the airwaves on Classic Country 104.5 talking about the importance of signing... Read More.

2023 Florida Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday Begins Today

Monday, May 29

2023 Florida Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday: The tax holiday begins today Monday, May 29, 2023, and ends on Monday, September 4, 2023. During the 2023 Florida Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday, you may purchase admissions to music events, sporting events, cultural events, state park... Read More.

Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM) The Nation’s First Digital Platform Dedicate To the Memory Of Our Veterans

Sunday, May 28

The Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM) is the nation’s first digital platform dedicated entirely to the memory of more than 4.8 million Veterans interred in VA’s national cemeteries. In 2023, we added more than 300,000 service members and Veterans interred in 27 Department of... Read More.

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Legislative Package to Support Florida’s Military Members and Their Families

Saturday, May 27

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – On Friday, May 27th Governor Ron DeSantis signed eight bills to support Florida’s military members and their families. Florida is the most military-friendly state in the nation and is home to nearly 1.5 million veterans, the third largest veteran population in the... Read More.

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Burn Ban Has Been Lifted In DeSoto County

Terrific Tuesdays @ the Turner Center

Reel in some Florida fun on license-free fishing weekends in June

Fisherman’s Village Owner Faces Lawsuit for Alleged Misuse of Company Funds for Extravagant Lifestyle

Hurricane Season 2023 Commences: Experts Predict An Uncertain Forecast

DeSoto County Will Host “Freedom Fest” On July 4th At The Turner Agri-Civic Center

DeSoto County Sheriff Potter Alerts Public On The Importance Of Signing Up For “OnSolve Code Red”

2023 Florida Freedom Summer Sales Tax Holiday Begins Today

Veterans Legacy Memorial (VLM) The Nation’s First Digital Platform Dedicate To the Memory Of Our Veterans

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Legislative Package to Support Florida’s Military Members and Their Families

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