Traffic Advisory - Kings Highway Widening Project from Sandhill Boulevard to Desoto County Line April 27
April 20, 2026 2:48 pm
The Kings Highway widening project from Sandhill Boulevard to Desoto County Line is scheduled to start Monday, April 27. This project will provide a continuous four-lane divided highway from the I-75 interchange to the DeSoto County line and continuing to Arcadia as part of the DeSoto County project. Protected left-turn lanes will also be installed at critical locations to improve safety and traffic operations.
Water Meter Testing
April 20, 2026 7:35 am
The Utilities Department is testing water meters at homes and businesses across its service area.
Free Webinar to Help Charlotte County Businesses Prepare for Hurricane Season
April 17, 2026 3:31 pm
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (April 17, 2026) – Charlotte County Economic Development, in partnership with local chambers and regional organizations, will host a free Business Hurricane Season Preparedness Webinar at noon on May 6 to help local businesses prepare for, respond to, and recover from severe weather events. The virtual session will be held via Microsoft Teams and is open to businesses across the region.
Franz Ross Tennis Court Resurfacing
April 17, 2026 12:34 pm
Resurfacing of the tennis courts at Franz Ross Park will begin April 28, 2026 and is anticipated to be complete by May 8, 2026.
Kokedama Workshop May 12 at Englewood Charlotte Public Library
April 17, 2026 9:21 am
A workshop on how to create your own Kokedama will be held from 2-3:30 p.m., May 12 at the Englewood Charlotte Public Library located at 3450 North Access Road in Englewood.
Celebrate Mom at the Mother’s Tea Party May 9
April 16, 2026 1:55 pm
Community members are invited to celebrate the special moms in their lives at the upcoming Mother’s Tea Party, a family-friendly event filled with fun, treats, and memorable moments.
News Release - Burnt Store Drainage Study Public Meeting #3 May 19
April 15, 2026 2:54 pm
Charlotte County Public Works staff and Kimley-Horn will hold their third public meeting from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., Tuesday, May 19 in the Sanctuary at the Burnt Store Presbyterian Church located at 11330 Burnt Store Road, Punta Gorda, Florida.
Charlotte County Parks and Recreation Survey
April 14, 2026 3:46 pm
Charlotte County Community Services is conducting a statistically valid survey as part of its budget planning process for Parks and Recreation.
Charlotte County Businesses Earn Regional Recognition for Entrepreneurial Excellence
April 7, 2026 3:44 pm
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (April 7, 2026) – Six Charlotte County business leaders have been named official candidates in the 2026 Distinguished Entrepreneur Awards, hosted by the Florida Small Business Development Center at Florida Gulf Coast University, highlighting the strength and continued growth of the local business community. The Charlotte County candidates include Cole Kelly of Punta Gorda Adventures; Kevin Graham of Suncoast One Title & Closings; Casey Kennedy of Bloom Academy; Cameron and Logan Light of Amaze Games; Mary Rodriguez of Love Your Selfie Studio; and Mohit Pohani of MoAloo Ventures.