CCSO: One teen dead, one faces charges in shooting
PORT CHARLOTTE — Charlotte County Sheriff’s officials released updated information about Saturday night’s shooting that left one teenager dead and another wounded in Port Charlotte.
End Kidney Deaths Act: A lifesaving opportunity for Florida | Opinion
As a living kidney donor, I’ve experienced firsthand the incredible gift of saving someone’s life. Donating my kidney — while difficult — was one of the most rewarding choices I’ve ever made. Yet, every year, 1,500 people in Southwest Florida die while waiting for a lifesaving kidney transplant. We can change this...
Bank of the Islands Giving Program Hits $150K Milestone
The Bank of the Islands has reached a significant milestone in its “We Love Our Islands” corporate philanthropy program. The “We Love Our Islands” program has funded donations to 45 non-profits, houses of worship, first responders, and service organizations working to enrich our island community. With the most recent...
Knights of Columbus boosts community’s nonprofits
PUNTA GORDA — The Knights of Columbus Council 8074, based at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Punta Gorda, held its annual dinner recently.
Sermon of the Week: Coffee-shop religion
Have you noticed the explosion of new coffee shop chains that have been opening in the last few years?
‘It’s definitely a blessing’ – Child struck by car returns home
PORT CHARLOTTE — Eden Moody, 12, has returned home after months in the hospital with injuries she suffered from being hit by a car.
Governor OKs $1.75 million for manufacturing training center
PUNTA GORDA — With $1.75 million from the newly approved Florida budget, Charlotte County Public Schools can move forward with building the Southwest Florida Advanced Manufacturing Training Center at the Punta Gorda Airport.
This Tiny Town In Florida Hides One Of The State’s Best Seafood Restaurants
Ever had that moment when you stumble upon something so unexpectedly delicious that you wonder how it’s remained a secret?. That’s exactly what happens when you discover Temptation Restaurant tucked away in the charming coastal haven of Boca Grande, Florida. The journey to culinary enlightenment sometimes requires...
New Report Helps Nonprofits Make Better-Informed Hiring and Employment Decisions
The goal of every nonprofit, regardless of mission, is to benefit the public. Whether by preserving natural land, bringing cultural opportunities to the area or guiding children, families and seniors in need to resources like food, legal aid and health care, hundreds of local nonprofits work to better our community...
Workshop will teach Google tools
PORT CHARLOTTE — Small-business owners can learn about using Google tools at a free in-person workshop July 15.
