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North Port man sentenced to 35 years in prison for drug trafficking
PUNTA GORDA, Fla. — A North Port man has been sentenced to 35 years in prison after being found guilty of drug trafficking as a repeat offender. Clayton Waidelich, 27, was found guilty and sentenced to 35 years in prison, followed by 10 years of probation. In January 2021,...
Shopping center in Babcock Ranch is fully leased
The Shoppes at Yellow Pine, a shopping center under construction in Babcock Ranch, won't open until 2025 — but it's already fully leased.<\p> Babcock Ranch is a master-planned community that spans 18,000 acres in southeastern Charlotte and northeastern Lee counties. At full buildout, it will have 19,500 residences and 6 million square feet of commercial space. Palm Beach Gardens-based Kitson and Partners is the master developer of Babock Ranch.<\p>
USF researcher’s disaster preparedness app wins funding from Sarasota foundation
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The Community Foundation of Sarasota County has awarded the University of South Florida Foundation a $7,500 grant to support a USF researcher’s development of a disaster preparedness app to help older Floridians and their caregivers better prepare for hurricanes and other potential disasters. Lindsay Peterson,...
Woman facing 19 DUI, Property Damage & Battery on Officer charges
(July 15, 2024) — On July 12, 2024, at around 7:40 PM, officers with the Cape Coral Police Department responded to a traffic stop initiated by a Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy at 400 El Dorado Pkwy S. Reports said a driver hit multiple vehicles and property before fleeing north on Skyline Boulevard.
COLUMN: Englewood Chamber is your community connection
The Englewood Florida Chamber of Commerce serves as a vital bridge between local businesses, government entities, residents and visitors, fostering a robust environment for economic growth and community development.
‘Reptiday’ in Charlotte County brings in hundreds of exotic animals
People in Southwest Florida looking to add another member to the family but wanting something a bit more unique than a dog or cat had their pick for hundreds of reptiles and exotic animals. The one-day event gave them the chance to adopt and grab supplies for their new addition.
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