Jay's Smokin BBQ
RestaurantsLow and slow cravings: Born as a local food truck, Jay's Smokin BBQ now serves Texas-style brisket, juicy ribs, and scratch-made sides built on secret family recipes.
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Port Charlotte Beach Park
Parks & OutdoorsLocal sunset fix: Port Charlotte Beach Park is that easy go-to for after-work unwind time, with a calm shoreline, boat and kayak launches, basketball and tennis courts, pickleball, picnic tables, and a fishing pier.
Sportsmans Wholesale
Sporting GoodsStock up, anglers: Sportsmans Wholesale keeps the boat bag happy, with reels, jigs, tackle boxes, and deck boots, plus brands like Xtratuf, Lew's, Quantum, and Grundens.
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Heated public comment results in police escort
The Punta Gorda City Council chambers became heated over concerns raised about Council Member Melissa Lockhart's social media post, which included a TikTok video showing Lockhart in a council meeting.
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Florida AG Uthmeier sues contractor accused of hurricane fraud
Florida's attorney general, James Uthmeier, is suing Naples-based construction company Evolve Construction and Restoration for allegedly defrauding residents after Hurricane Ian.
Full story at marconews.com ↗
Outdoor News Bulletin
The Outdoor News Bulletin Board is publishing a list of events that can be featured in the Outdoor News bulletin.
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Below-average rainfall prompts Charlotte County to extend water restrictions through March 2027
Charlotte County, Florida, has announced that current water restrictions have been extended until March 2027 due to below average rainfall.
Full story at gulfcoastnewsnow.com ↗
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