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Governor Ron DeSantis Takes Additional Actions to Lower Prescription Drug Prices for Floridians

Sunday, July 10

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 22-164 to drive transparency in prescription costs for Floridians. This order will ensure reforms are in place to hold Pharmacy Benefits Managers (PBMs) accountable when managing prescription drug benefits for insurance companies. Governor DeSantis... Read More.

Military Heritage Museum Partners With Winn Dixie To Raise Funds

Saturday, July 9

The month of July 2022, the Military Heritage Museum will receive a $1 donation from each purchase of the $2.99 reusable Community Bag at the Winn Dixie store located at 27680 Bermont Road in Punta Gorda, Florida. We appreciate your support of this fundraiser. Through... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office K9 Helps In Narcotics Arrest

Friday, July 8

On Monday, June 6, 2022, the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit was conducting surveillance on a nuisance drug residence in the area of Sugar Babe Road. After observing multiple vehicles leaving the residence at the same time, Detectives conducted a traffic stop on... Read More.

DCSO Traffic Stop Yields Narcotics Arrest

Wednesday, July 6

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office: Tuesday, July 5, 2022, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office's Narcotics Unit completed a traffic stop on SE Hillsborough Avenue. During the stop, K9 Kita alerted to the presence of narcotics, and a search was conducted. The search revealed a Fentanyl/Cocaine mix,... Read More.

Florida Announces Five Sales Tax Holidays Beginning July 1, 2022

Sunday, July 3

Tallahassee, Fla. - Consumers can purchase qualifying items exempt from tax during five sales tax holidays and exemption periods that begin on Friday, July 1, 2022. The exemptions apply to both in-store and online purchases. "With rising inflation affecting the cost of everything from daily necessities... Read More.

Operation “Dry Water” In Effect This Weekend!

Saturday, July 2

Don’t Get a BUI DYK .08 blood/breath alcohol level is over the limit? Now you do. Choose a sober operator, stay safe and have fun! Read More.

Outdoor Activities Supplies Sales Tax Holiday Begins Today

Friday, July 1

OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SUPPLIES The sales tax holiday begins on Friday, July 1, 2022, and ends on Thursday, July 7, 2022. During this sales tax holiday period, tax is not due on the retail sale of admissions to music events, sporting events, cultural events, specified performances,... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Reminds You To Be Safe Around Fireworks!

Wednesday, June 29

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) recognizes the importance of practicing proper safety habits when handling fireworks. June is National Fireworks Safety Month. DCSO encourages residents who work with fireworks to adhere to basic firework safety. To learn more about firework safety and gather tips,... Read More.

New Florida Law Can Ticket Drivers Blasting Loud Music

Tuesday, June 28

Beginning July 1, drivers can receive a fine of up to $114 for blasting music in their cars. The new law allows officers to ticket those playing music audible from a minimum 25-foot distance. According to the law, audio coming from a vehicle that can... Read More.

Grandma With Infant In Arms Smuggles Drugs Into Correctional Institution

Monday, June 27

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) Sunday June 26th 2022, 44 year old Melissa Webster of Tallahassee, FL, brought her infant grandchild, along with 100 grams of cocaine and heroin, into DCI during visitation. Thankfully DCI officers conduct thorough searches of visitors and the contraband was... Read More.

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Governor Ron DeSantis Takes Additional Actions to Lower Prescription Drug Prices for Floridians

Military Heritage Museum Partners With Winn Dixie To Raise Funds

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office K9 Helps In Narcotics Arrest

DCSO Traffic Stop Yields Narcotics Arrest

Florida Announces Five Sales Tax Holidays Beginning July 1, 2022

Operation “Dry Water” In Effect This Weekend!

Outdoor Activities Supplies Sales Tax Holiday Begins Today

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Reminds You To Be Safe Around Fireworks!

New Florida Law Can Ticket Drivers Blasting Loud Music

Grandma With Infant In Arms Smuggles Drugs Into Correctional Institution

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