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FBI Makes Arrest On Child Porn Charges In Charlotte County

Tuesday, April 4

FBI SEARCH WARRANT ON EASY ST, CHILD PORN ARRESTThe Charlotte County Sheriff's Office including our Major Crimes Unit, Intelligence Unit, and Road Patrol deputies, assisted the FBI Task Force with a search warrant at 3322 Easy Street early Tuesday morning.After receiving an online tip,... Read More.

NEW Country Music Hall of Fame Members Announced

Monday, April 3

JUST ANNOUNCED: singer Patty Loveless, songwriter Bob McDill, and singer Read More.

Help Shape the Future of DeSoto County

Monday, April 3

DeSoto County is more than just a location on a map. It is a prideful community filled with history and culture, as stated by Sondra Guffey, the Economic Development and Tourism Director. As the community continues to evolve and grow, preserving the hometown feel... Read More.

License-Free Fresh Water Fishing This Weekend!

Saturday, April 1

It’s time to cast a line! Get ready for license-free freshwater fishing this weekend, April 1-2! Whether you’re a seasoned angler or new to fishing, this is the perfect opportunity for you, your friends and family to cast a line without needing to purchase a... Read More.

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FEMA Sheltering In Home for Recovery Continuation Program.

Friday, March 31

Was your home damaged by Hurricane Ian?Do you live in DeSoto County? If you answered YES to both questions, you may be eligible for the Sheltering in Home for Recovery Continuation program.SHRC helps homeowners with minor repairs, so they can live in their home while... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Cracks Down On Gangs

Thursday, March 30

GANG MEMBER CRACKDOWN, THE SEARCH CONTINUES On March 30, 2023, DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office conducted a search warrant at 2649 SE Cedarwood Court in reference to 2 suspects involved in an incident of aggravated assault with a firearm from a citizen in DeSoto County. Through... Read More.

Citizens Insurance Seeks Rate Hikes For Florida Homeowners

Wednesday, March 29

Citizens Insurance Seeks Rate Hikes For Florida HomeownersCitizens Property Insurance Corp., a state-backed insurance company, has proposed a 14.2% increase in average rates this year in an effort to shift policies into the private insurance market. The proposal still requires approval from the Office... Read More.

Deadly Apartment Fire in Charlotte County Leaves Two Dead, Five Injured

Tuesday, March 28

PUNTA GORDA, FLORIDAA tragic fire at Trail Apartments in Punta Gorda, Charlotte County has left two people dead and five injured. The fire was reported at around 7 a.m. on Tuesday and was quickly attended by fire crews who were able to bring it... Read More.

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Historic Legislation to Expand School Choice Options to All Florida Students

Monday, March 27

MIAMI — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill (HB) 1, which expands available school choice options for all students in Florida by eliminating financial eligibility restrictions and the current enrollment cap. Florida already has 1.3 million students who learn full time in a... Read More.

DeSoto County Seeks Public Input As It Considers New Solar Power Center

Sunday, March 26

DeSoto County Seeks Public Input As It Considers New Solar Power CenterDeSoto County in Florida gained recognition for being home to the largest solar-power generation plant in the US, the DeSoto Energy Center, which was commissioned by then-President Barack Obama in 2009.Since then,... Read More.