News across Charlotte County
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 29Breast cancer: the second time around
The first call can be one of the hardest. A woman has found a lump, been told she needs more testing or learned that a mammogram revealed something suspicious. She fears what doctors may find, but without health insurance, she also fears what finding out may cost. When that call…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 28Charlotte County Jazz Society launches concert season with Fred Johnson
The Charlotte County Jazz Society (CCJS) will begin its season of curated performances on Monday, Oct. 12. This year’s inaugural concert features vocalist Fred Johnson, who puts his unique talents in jazz scat vocals and improvisation on display. Johnson’s list of the artists who…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 28A 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…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 28It’s a rosé craze
Lately, the wine industry trade journals have been running more stories about the rise in interest of rosé wines. Actually, this is nothing new. It started years ago with the debut of the infamous Sutter Home “White Zinfandel.” This easy-drinking sweetish concoction was…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 28My pet peeve: all those tricky snipe hunts
October is a month with both serious and frivolous events on the calendar. It is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—that’s the serious one—and it is also home to Halloween, which is not serious, unless you’re terrified of Jack-o-Lanterns. But in researching this month’s events and…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 27Collaboratory launches College Access Nights for Southwest Florida
Collaboratory is kicking off its College Access Nights series this fall with four free sessions from October 2026 through January 2027, providing high school seniors, college students and adult learners with hands-on assistance navigating college applications, financial aid and…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 25Englewood 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 –…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 24Mutnik 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.…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 24Charlotte County 2026-09-24 E-Edition
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 23Southwest 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…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 23The hidden mental health toll of decision fatigue
Every day, we make hundreds of choices. Some are relatively simple, like choosing what to wear or what to eat. Others carry more weight, such as decisions surrounding work priorities, family responsibilities, health or financial matters. Over time, the need to constantly make…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 23COMMUNITY IN THE KNOW
County town halls on sales tax, property tax reform Charlotte County Administration will host a series of town hall meetings to provide residents with information and answer questions about the 1% Local Option Sales Tax and property tax reform. The meetings are scheduled for 6-7…