Community In The Know

Military museum hosts Fourth of July festival

The Military Heritage Museum, 900 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, is sponsoring a full day of fun activities for the whole family, celebrating and remembering our patriotic heritage. From 10:30 to 11 a.m. in the Gulf Theater is a live presentation of “The Story of our Flag” by the Punta Gorda Elkettes #2606, as they tell the story of the history of the American flag using nine actual flags from the past.

In addition, a Liberty’s Kids Video, “The First Fourth of July 1776,” will be shown from 11:30 a.m. to noon, followed by a live presentation from 1:30 to 2 p.m., “After the Battle: A History of Healing.” Also enjoy the documentary “Revolution” and the 3D movie “Journey to Space,” as well as Huey cockpit tours, flight simulator, virtual reality and a remote control tank course. The lunch counter is open from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., cash only. A food truck, Smooth Treats and More will be available on the front lawn from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Fourth of July hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5 for kids up to 14 years, $12 for veterans, and $14 for adults. For more information, see www. militaryheritagemuseum.org , or call 941-575-9002 or 941-655-8315.

New webpage launched for Burnt Store Area Plan

Charlotte County Community Development has launched a new webpage dedicated to the Burnt Store Area Plan. This user-friendly platform is designed to streamline information, updates and resources for residents and stakeholders involved in the development of the Burnt Store Road corridor, an area that has experienced substantial growth over the past two decades.

The new webpage provides a centralized hub for all information related to the Burnt Store Area Plan, reflecting the county’s commitment to addressing the changes and demands in this rapidly evolving region. The creation of this webpage marks a significant step in addressing both the challenges and opportunities presented by the growth in the Burnt Store Road area. Community Development is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and transparent process, ensuring that all stakeholders benefit from these planning efforts.

For more information, see www.CharlotteCountyFL.gov/BurntStore. ¦

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