Local News in Charlotte County

A latte more than coffee

Coffee has never been just a product. It’s also a reason people come together. Pop-up coffee shops are the latest craze in a place better known for nice restaurants, retirement communities and dinner reservations before 5 p.m. For years, the area’s coffee culture could be…

Englewood Hospital earns national recognition for stroke care

HCA Florida Englewood Hospital has earned national recognition from the American Heart Association for its commitment to delivering high-quality stroke care based on the latest scientific evidence and treatment guidelines. The hospital received the Get With The Guidelines –…

Mutnik makes Economic Development’s 40 Under 40

Charlotte County Economic Development is highlighting Zack Mutnik through its 40 Under 40 feature, part of the Careers on the Coast program. The program shares the stories of young professionals who are building careers, businesses and community connections in Charlotte County.…

Southwest Florida debates taxes, jobs and data centers

The controversial property tax, the hotly debated data center issue, and the future of business and the workforce in Southwest Florida were the hot topics at the State of the Region 2026 forum this week. Business leaders, community stakeholders, elected officials and regional…

NETWORKING: August 2026 Ribbon Cuttings

The light makers

Many of us have heard Candle in the Wind or Candle on the Water. We may think of candles poetically, like lyrics in a song, and for their pleasant, aromatic décor, but also, they may find their way into our hurricane survival kits. Combining these, South Florida candlemakers…

Charlotte Behavioral Health Care announces new CEO

Charlotte Behavioral Health Care (CBHC) has announced the appointment of Amy Hood, LMHC, as its new chief executive officer. Hood previously served as the organization’s chief operating officer and succeeds longtime CEO Victoria Scanlon, LMHC, who retired after nearly two decades…

What goes with what

My last column delved into the so-called “rules” about how to pair wines with various types of food and cuisines and how breaking those rules can lead us to new culinary experiences and discoveries. It’s an extensive (and sometimes controversial) topic, so I decided to seek out…

The wait is over — Sizzle Dining is served

Sizzle Dining, Southwest Florida’s premier culinary fundraiser, is now underway, with 137 restaurants from Marco Island to Babcock Ranch serving specially priced menus through Sept. 30. The milestone 10th year marks the first time the event spans the entire month of September,…

NETWORKING: Crews Bank & Trust new Englewood branch groundbreaking

Leaving a legacy at Lee Health

Healthcare has always been an essential lifeline worldwide; nobody can beat the flu with their own two fists. It takes a team of doctors, nurses, therapists, surgeons and many other health care professionals to care for patients and help people reach a healthy, fulfilling life.…

Is your Florida home suffering from one hot room?

A bedroom that never cools down at night, a sunroom that becomes unusable by noon, or a garage workshop that feels like an oven are all common comfort problems in our area. The best rooms for mini splits are usually the spaces your central system cannot cool consistently, cannot…