Centennial Park Recreation Center Closed for Maintenance Oct. 28-Nov. 1
Oct. 18, 2024 1:49 pm
entennial Park Recreation Center, located at 1120 Centennial Blvd., Port Charlotte will be closed Monday, Oct. 28 through Friday, Nov.1 for maintenance.
Early Voting Begins Oct. 21
Oct. 18, 2024 11:56 am
Early voting will take place from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Oct. 21-Nov. 3.
Beaches, Boat Ramps Remain Closed
Oct. 18, 2024 11:52 am
For the safety of our patrons, Chadwick Park, Englewood Beach, Port Charlotte Beach Park, all boat ramps and playgrounds remain closed until further notice.
Charlotte County Government Calendar
Oct. 18, 2024 10:00 am
Charlotte County government meetings for the coming week.
FEMA Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Charlotte County
Oct. 18, 2024 9:45 am
The Federal Emergency Management Agency disaster recovery center has opened at the South County Regional Park Recreation Center, located at 670 Cooper St., Punta Gorda. The DRC will be open 7 a.m.-7 p.m. 7 days a week.
Resources from Nonprofits
Oct. 17, 2024 4:57 pm
In the wake of Hurricane Milton, more resources are available from nonprofit agencies for Floridians and Charlotte County residents.
Red Cross and FEMA DSA Teams Visiting Charlotte County
Oct. 17, 2024 4:41 pm
Red Cross and FEMA Disaster Survivor Assistance (DSA) teams will visit neighborhoods heavily affected by Hurricane Milton. Teams will visit the most heavily damaged areas first, then move on to less impacted areas. DSA teams will carry FEMA photo identification and Red Cross workers will be identified by company branding.
Power Restoration Update for Barrier Islands
Oct. 17, 2024 2:06 pm
Many homes and businesses on our barrier islands are still without power after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Florida Power & Light is actively working to restore electrical services, but Charlotte County Community Development emphasizes that safety is a top priority. In some instances, FPL linemen may find that certain electrical services cannot be safely restored.