The Daily Sun - Punta Gorda

09/04/2024

Builder must stop work after permits OK'd

PUNTA GORDA — Bill Morgan has 40 days to remove concrete foundations from three unfinished duplexes he built. The duplexes were permitted, in error, by Punta Gorda’s planning staff.

09/04/2024

Commissioner Debbie McDowell to host town meetings

NORTH PORT — Commissioner Debbie McDowell will host town hall meetings in the coming months to answer questions and provide information to residents.

09/04/2024

🎨 Meet Our 4 FIERCE Women in the Arts! 🎨

We are thrilled to announce this month's FIERCE Women in the Arts, who are each making a remarkable impact in their fields. Their dedication to creativity, community, and the power of expression is truly inspiring. Let’s celebrate these incredible women who are shaping the future of the arts!

🌟 Kelly Duyn – As the Education and Community Engagement Assistant Director, Kelly has forged her own path in the arts. From mastering her craft at Venice’s top drama program to founding a theater initiative in China, Kelly is a global advocate for theater, education, and opportunity.

🌟 Lisa Gallucci – Art is more than just a moment of reflection for Lisa. As the Executive Director of the Visual Arts Center, she connects her community to art through shared experiences, innovative thinking, and healing practices, ensuring that art remains a vital part of our lives.

🌟 Michele Moore – In a quiet North Port neighborhood, Michele creates fine art jewelry using the bones of decomposed animals. Her unique craft brings her solace and encourages others to embrace their creativity in any form that speaks to them.

🌟 Toni Deeds – Not just a bartender at the End Zone, Toni is also a well-known singer and karaoke queen in the community. To Toni, singing is an art form, and she passionately encourages everyone to sing as much as they desire.

Show your support by voting for these amazing women at sunfiercewomen.com! 💖

🚨And don’t forget to follow us on our new page FIERCE Women to stay updated on all our latest stories and initiatives! 🌟

09/04/2024

WHAT DO YOU THINK?

FREE TO READ: Florida 'whistleblower' says he was fired for leaking plans to build golf courses in state parks

A former state employee who said he leaked information about the plans to build golf courses and hotels in Florida’s state parks has apparently been fired. But James Gaddis told

09/04/2024

North Port man goes from desk job to professional sand sculptor

NORTH PORT — Mitch Guerrero once sat a desk every day as a website developer.

09/04/2024

Chelsea Palmer to run for Arcadia City Council

ARCADIA — Chelsea Palmer is running for a spot on the Arcadia City Council.

09/04/2024

Educator TIME fellowship applications are open

SARASOTA — Educators looking to spice up their teaching and bring some real-world experiences back to the classroom next year are up for a big opportunity in Sarasota County.

09/04/2024

FEMA now funds car damage from hurricanes

Florida residents now may be eligible to receive FEMA assistance for vehicles damaged by Hurricane Debby.

09/04/2024

Charlotte Players announce 2024-25 season

The Charlotte Players’ 64th season includes a variety of entertainment at four venues in Charlotte County. Seven plays, a musical and six special events are scheduled from September through May.

09/04/2024

COLUMN: Pardon me for asking about tattoos, Beatles

I’m seeing signs of a market correction in real estate.

09/04/2024

'The families never forget'

ENGLEWOOD — Shannon and Mitch Mesenburg spent hours putting together kits to honor and remember the 13 fallen military members killed outside Kabul's airport in 2021.

09/04/2024

Goofy Golfers to take over Fred Lang Front Nine

PUNTA GORDA — The Fred Lang Front Nine returns to Punta Gorda on Oct. 5 to help the Fred Lang Foundation.

09/04/2024

Mother and Son Western Night set https://bit.ly/46ihiPu

09/04/2024

Hotel in the works near SMH-Venice

VENICE — The biggest concern of the people attending a neighborhood workshop last week about a proposed hotel south of Plaza Venezia wasn’t traffic or noise. It was flooding.

09/04/2024

RIVER ROAD - Officials: Design, permitting for elevating, rebuilding River Road, Wi******er are underway

ENGLEWOOD — Sarasota County public works employees were able to patch a deep pothole on South River Road on Tuesday.

09/03/2024

Sarasota County fire department seeks fee increase

VENICE — Property owners who pay the county fire assessment should expect to see that item on their tax bill increase by 15% this year, but the additional revenue is

09/03/2024

Study: DeSoto County at a crossroads

ARCADIA — DeSoto County is among the poorest in Florida.

09/03/2024

Venice to try in-house fix of South Jetty

VENICE — The South Jetty remains off limits due to damage caused by Tropical Storm Debby, but the city isn't going to let a year pass to reopen it.

09/03/2024

Andes Clinic co-founders Asperilla, Klein still in our hearts

As we close the summer months, let us pause and reflect on the memories of our beloved co-founders, the late Dr. David Klein and Dr. Mark Asperilla, who both left

09/03/2024

BREAKING NEWS: Death investigation near Port Charlotte Town Center mall

PORT CHARLOTTE — A man suffered extensive burns after catching on fire on Tuesday, only to suffer a heart attack as he was about to be flown to a hospital.

09/03/2024

🌸 Calling All FIERCE Women! 🌸

Do you know an incredible woman in our community who has faced cancer with unmatched strength, courage, and resilience? We want to celebrate her! 🦋✨

Nominate a woman cancer survivor who inspires you, someone who embodies the true meaning of being FIERCE. Let’s honor these warriors who have turned their battles into victories and continue to shine brightly in our community.

👉 Submit your nominations now at sunfiercewomen.com and help us recognize these extraordinary women!

Let's come together to share their stories and celebrate their strength! 💪🌷

09/03/2024

Bill Nye 'Science Guy' to speak at New College event

SARASOTA — The idea that the world can be improved through science has become a growing question in society.

09/03/2024

Carrabba's owner hands out gifts of free meals

VENICE — Marcell Morales, proprietor of Carrabba’s Italian Grill in Venice, is supporting the local heroes of Venice by feeding them at his restaurant.

09/03/2024

Punta Gorda code requires property owners to give up land during seawall repairs

PUNTA GORDA — A city ordinance states Punta Gorda homeowners must allow city-hired contractors to use their property without permission, time limits, insurance waivers nor objections to fix seawalls.

09/03/2024

Storm, tool tax ‘holidays’ underway

TALLAHASSEE — A sales-tax “holiday” started Saturday to help Floridians prepare for storms as the state moves into the peak of hurricane season, while another set of tax breaks is

09/03/2024

School Board settles discrimination case

SARASOTA — After weeks of talks behind closed doors, the Sarasota County School Board settled a four-year-long discrimination case levied against them by the husband of a district employee who

09/03/2024

'We want him to have his life back' - Adin Donatelli needs $8,000 to cover his treatment, travel for epilepsy illness

VENICE — Adin Donatelli was living the teenage dream of social outings and late night adventures until his life took a turn in 2020.

09/03/2024

LOCAL SPORTS: Venice swimmer making his mark in competition at 75 years old

VENICE — One Venice native is defying his age, having won multiple medals at the Pan-American Masters Games in Cleveland, Ohio, last month.

09/03/2024

Englewood East Winn-Dixie will be an Aldi

ENGLEWOOD — Englewood will be losing one of its two Winn-Dixie stores, but it will gain its first Aldi.

09/03/2024

Local Ukrainians share thoughts on recent war developments

NORTH PORT — The ongoing war that began with the Russian invasion of Ukraine has raged on for more than two years.