The Clark Kent of ecologists
You’d think Professor Edwin “Win” Everham was just a nice-guy science teacher, bespectacled and mild mannered, maybe the Clark Kent of academic ecologists. And he is. To start with. Everham’s been teaching at Florida Gulf Coast University for a quarter of a century, now in the Department...
Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office’s Criminal Investigation Unit conducting investigation
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. — The Charlotte County Sheriff's Criminal Investigation Unit is conducting an investigation around Kenesaw Street and Cedarwood Street. CCSO says that the roads in the area are shut down; however, there is no threat to public safety. They're asking residents to find another way when traveling...
Woman accused of pushing child under water at Gaylord Palms pool, sheriff’s office says
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. – A woman arrested Friday at Gaylord Palms is accused of pushing a 6-year-old boy under the water in a resort pool, according to the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office. Tiffany Griffith, 36, faces a charge of aggravated child abuse, records show. Deputies were called Friday...
Kings Highway to be widened; meetings set for questions, input
ARCADIA — Florida transportation officials are planning to widen Kings Highway near the Charlotte-DeSoto County line, and they’re inviting residents to learn about — and to comment on — the project.
Port Charlotte artist Janie Duke took an experimental journey in glass
PORT CHARLOTTE — Some people discover their artistic skills at a young age and experiment with a variety of different mediums before finding one they master.
Your waterfront dream home at Harbour Isle Yacht & Racquet Club!
Discover your waterfront dream at Harbour Isle Yacht & Racquet Club! Experience a rare opportunity to own in one of SW Florida’s best-kept secrets- a flood-free boating community perfectly situated near Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel and Captiva Islands. This beautifully updated three-bedroom, three-bath riverfront condo...
Prizes announced for Charlotte County Chamber Christmas Parade
PUNTA GORDA — Thousands lined up to watch the 47th annual Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce Christmas parade Dec. 13 in downtown Punta Gorda.
Fishermen’s Village to host annual NYE celebration
This family-friendly event begins at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31, and will keep you entertained throughout the night. Join the celebration and keep the dance floor at Center Court groovin’ until the clock strikes midnight! Live music to be presented includes the American Made Band on the beach, DJ Michael White in...
Driver charged with DUI manslaughter in Bonita Springs crash
Ever Alfredo Matias Burgos, 25, was arrested for DUI manslaughter after his SUV struck two pedestrians and a dog in Bonita Springs Saturday night.
Driver arrested for going 133 mph on I-75
Abraham Arredondo, 20, was arrested Saturday for driving 133 mph on I-75, violating Florida's Dangerous Excessive Speed Law.

















