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Top Writers Compete
If you show them the photos, they will write. That simple principle started the Florida Weekly Writing Challenge back in 2010. And it recently carried the popular contest through its 13th year. If you are unfamiliar with our Writing Challenge, here are the basics about how it worked in 2023: Every two weeks this fall, the paper published three photos […] The post Top Writers Compete first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Speakers share medical breakthroughs and discoveries
Shell Point will host a free lecture series that explores several of this year’s biggest medical topics. The Legacy Foundation of Shell Point announced the lineup for Medical Breakthroughs & Discoveries 2024. The series of six educational presentations features prominent local and national experts in the fields of urology, Parkinson’s disease, cardiology, oncology and more. The free presentations are open […] The post Speakers share medical breakthroughs and discoveries first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Get the most out of your senior living tour
Making an informed decision is the best practice for many journeys in life. When touring a community, no exceptions should be made when it comes to asking all the right questions. It’s important to have all possible answers as you prepare to make the transition into senior living, and to learn as much as possible about your potential future home. […] The post Get the most out of your senior living tour first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Pets of the WEEK
EARS is open from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday at 500 N. Indiana Ave., Englewood. See www.earsanimalrescue.com or call 941-681-3877 for the shelter, or 941-460-6757 for the thrift store. All donations go to help the EARS animals. Volunteers and donations are always needed. These pets are available for adoption at the Suncoast Humane Society, 6781 San Casa Drive, Englewood. All adoptable […] The post Pets of the WEEK first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
A shy backyard dog is learning a new life
After Brent and Katherine Williams bought the house next door to them to have as an occasional guesthouse, they discovered that the seller, who was moving out of state, planned to take his 11-year-old backyard dog, Chance, to the shelter. “We’ll take him, too,” said the Williamses, who live in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Now Chance, renamed Champ, lives in their […] The post A shy backyard dog is learning a new life first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
History Center’s annual Southern Supper honors notable figures from Punta Gorda’s past
Distinguished Punta Gordans who made significant contributions to the city — along with a business, a church and a veteran from the community who lost his life while serving in the military — are to be honored at the Punta Gorda History Center’s eighth annual Southern Supper. The History Center announced the following honorees: Dr. Braxton Blount came to Punta […] The post History Center’s annual Southern Supper honors notable figures from Punta Gorda’s past first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Community In The Know
Charlotte County to host USA BMX national qualifier Hundreds of racers ages 3-65 will gather Jan. 12-14 at the Charlotte BMX track in Punta Gorda’s Carmalita Park for the USA BMX Citrus Nationals. An estimated 600 riders in all age groups from across the United States are anticipated to participate in this year’s competition. About 2,000 family members will accompany […] The post Community In The Know first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
The best way to spend a winter morning is on the water
Note: Capt. Kirk is on leave for a while. In the meantime, enjoy a version of this classic from our archives. Nancy and I headed out into the fog from our dock on the Peace River. Our 25-foot Panga boat is a shallow draft, easy riding vessel made for skinny water and to be beached on the shore. It is […] The post The best way to spend a winter morning is on the water first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Going to the dogs
Some people think of politicians as no better than dogs. But not people who own dogs. They generally recognize that dogs are an advanced species and should never be compared to politicians, anymore than dolphins should be compared to catfish or lions to house cats. More than other creatures, dogs can humanize people, even civilize them, requiring their owners to […] The post Going to the dogs first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
C.A.R.E. Ball sets ambitious goal to continue services to abuse and rape victims
For more than 40 years now, one Charlotte County organization has stood firm against the darkness of abuse, providing a lifeline for those grappling with the harrowing aftermath of violence. In a world where compassion meets courage, the Center for Abuse and Rape Emergencies (C.A.R.E.) has positioned itself as a safe haven — offering not only solace, but also vital […] The post C.A.R.E. Ball sets ambitious goal to continue services to abuse and rape victims first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Cool Schools
The latest and greatest has been put into the area’s newest schools. From a campus–like design, to partnerships with a top university, to technology for the future, these schools are embracing elements from teacher and student wish lists. Aubrey Rogers High School in Collier County is the newest school, opening just this school year. It was designed more like a university […] The post Cool Schools first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
New and vintage vehicles shine in upcoming show
More than 300 cars and trucks will dazzle when Avow and West Coast Muscle Car Club host the 20th annual West Coast Muscle Car Club Car and Truck Show. The show takes place on Saturday, Jan. 27, at North Collier Regional Park. The day promises to be packed with new and vintage cars on display, plus a variety of vendors […] The post New and vintage vehicles shine in upcoming show first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Shuttering ‘puppy mills’
In response to massive public backlash against a Pinellas County nonprofit shelter providing veterinary services and positive publicity for actors in the multimillion dollar, cruel commercial dog breeding industry — also known as “puppy mills” — Suncoast Humane Society has joined a new statewide coalition of animal sheltering organizations working to promote pet adoption and shut down the puppy mill […] The post Shuttering ‘puppy mills’ first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Want to see manatees? Now is the time!
[Note: Capt. Kirk is on leave for a while. In the meantime, enjoy a version of this classic from our archives.] The sail up Charlotte Harbor from the barrier islands was invigorating. Heading northeast up the Peace River, the winds were calm. The Iron Jenny (engine) purred along, and our 6-knot speed left ripples on the glassy water behind us. […] The post Want to see manatees? Now is the time! first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Pets of the WEEK
• These pets are available for adoption at the Suncoast Humane Society, 6781 San Casa Drive, Englewood. To learn about adoption hours and adoptable pets, visit www.humane.org. EARS is open from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday Saturday at 500 N. Indiana Ave., Englewood. Visit www.earsanimalrescue.com, or call 941-681-3877 for the shelter or 941-460-6757 for the thrift store. All donations go to […] The post Pets of the WEEK first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
What’s your dog IQ?
1. What’s the largest litter of puppies ever born to a domestic dog? a. 17 b. 24 c. 19 d. 12 2. A dog whose coat is any color or pattern plus white spotting is said to be what? a. Irish spotted b. Bicolor c. Flashy d. Tuxedo 3. True or false: Dogs with droopy ears have more ear infections […] The post What’s your dog IQ? first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Wellen Park hosts half marathon and 5K
Calling all Southwest Florida runners and walkers: Wellen Park will host its second annual half marathon and 5K, presented by Hotwire Communications, on Saturday, March 16. The 13.1-mile course is certified by USA Track & Field. Both races start and finish at Solis Hall in Downtown Wellen, with an awards ceremony to recognize male and female winners in the following […] The post Wellen Park hosts half marathon and 5K first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
New laws in the new year
Several changes in state laws will take hold as 2024 begins, from an expansion of the state’s “move over” traffic law to stricter rules involving investments in Iran. Lawmakers during the 2023 regular legislative session and during special sessions approved five laws that will take effect in January. But the arrival of 2024 also will bring other changes, from new […] The post New laws in the new year first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
New year, new rules for snook fishing
A heads up for Florida anglers: New regulations take place this year for snook in state and federal waters. Beginning Jan. 1, these regulation changes will: ¦ Establish nine snook management regions. ¦ Establish closed seasons as well as bag and slot limits for each management region, which are detailed below. ¦ The new regions are part of the Florida […] The post New year, new rules for snook fishing first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
The stars
I now own a telescope so potent you can see a pimple on the nose of the man-in-the-moon. It’s a gift from my youngest son, Nash. People usually point telescopes at the night sky. Then they offer a few breathtaking exclamations and even quantify an object by distance, size and age. After that, they tend to leave it be. Unlike […] The post The stars first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
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