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Rise and shine, Charlotte County!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: School zone speed cameras, a new advanced manufacturing program, and a short film fest + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Charlotte County protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Opening doors to high-tech futures: Charlotte County’s new advanced manufacturing CTE program offers hands-on training with professional equipment and industry certifications, helping students choose college or step directly into local careers in a growing field — get all the details.
Leadership role earns recognition: Charlotte County Emergency Management Director Patrick Fuller was elected secretary of the Florida Emergency Preparedness Association, joining the executive board to support coordination, professional development, and preparedness strengthening local resilience — read the full story.
Fines ahead for speeders: Charlotte County’s new school zone speed cameras began Feb. 27 at nine schools, with $100 citations for drivers going more than 10 mph over the limit starting April 1 — learn what triggers a ticket.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Crave-worthy crispy wings: Whether you like them classic, sticky, or face-tingling, the wings at The IceHouse Pub land that crispy-juicy sweet spot, with sauces that sing, cold pints that keep pace, and a darts crowd that feels local in the best way. Flats, drums, all smiles.
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Greens worth texting about: Whether you’re after a relaxing stroll or shaping shots like you meant it, Riverwood Golf Club hits the sweet spot: scenic, well-kept, and just challenging enough to make pars feel heroic. Ideal for unwinding with a friend, where the walk does the stress-busting.
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎨 Paint Your Pet Fundraiser @ Painting with a Twist | Wednesday (3/4) at 6:00 PM – Grab your favorite sip and head to Painting with a Twist in Port Charlotte for a Paint Your Pet fundraiser that actually does some good. Send a clear pet pic to [email protected], meet TikTok star Mookie, and snag a spot before they’re gone.
🎬 Punta Gorda Short Film Fest @ Charlotte Harbor Event & Conference Center | Wednesday (3/4) at 7:00 PM – Punta Gorda Short Film Fest is back for its 12th lap, serving bite-size stories that make you laugh, cry, and claim it’s allergies. Book dinner downtown, then wander over for good stuff. Grab tickets online, because this crowd fills faster than a January brunch.
🎤 Sharon Owens @ Gulf Theater at the Military Heritage Museum | Friday (3/6) at 7:00 PM – An evening at our Gulf Theater means Barbra-level belting without the Vegas airfare, thanks to Sharon Owens, the tribute the Las Vegas Review-Journal actually calls the best. Expect world-class vocals, the classic Streisand songbook, and the warm glow of supporting the Military Heritage Museum.
🤖 Robotics Workshop for Kids (7-14) @ Comfort Inn & Suites | Saturday (3/7) at 12:30 AM – Got a kid who thinks the TV remote is a robot? Moonpreneur’s free robotics and coding workshop pops up at Comfort Inn in Port Charlotte, where ages 7 to 14 build bots, code, and team up, while you swap notes with parents. Bring a laptop.
🏺 Annual Pottery Sidewalk Sale @ Stoneware Pottery by Jack Vartanian & Friends | Saturday (3/7) at 9:00 AM – First Saturday mornings, resident potters spill onto the sidewalk with handmade pieces for the annual sale. Trade that chipped heirloom mug for functional, decorative, and unique treasures that survive the dishwasher and make your shelves look collected. Come early, the good weird ones go fast.
🌱 March Plant Exchange @ William Gaines Jr Memorial Park | Saturday (3/7) at 10:00 AM – First Saturday mornings call for a free, quick half-hour plant swap at William R Gaines Veterans Memorial Park, Port Charlotte. Bring cuttings, seedlings, or that overachieving aloe, trade with green thumbs, post your wish list ahead of time, and remember, no selling, just neighborly bartering.
🍽 Taste of Punta Gorda @ Laishley Park | Sunday (3/8) at 11:00 AM – Charlotte County’s premier food fest is back, serving tastes from local restaurants and food trucks, vendors, and music all day. Think progressive dinner without the driving, plus a kids’ zone to burn off sugar. Rotary hosts it, you bring an appetite, sensible shoes, and cash.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Charlotte County report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 82°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 23%
A slight chance of rain showers after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 82. East northeast wind 7 to 12 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%. New rainfall amounts less than a tenth of an inch possible. Later: A chance of rain showers before 1am. Partly cloudy, with a low around 64. East northeast wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
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Tomorrow – High: 84°F – Low: 64°F – Precip: 26%
A chance of rain showers after 1pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 84. East northeast wind 7 to 10 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%. Later: A chance of rain showers before 7pm. Mostly clear, with a low around 64. East northeast wind 6 to 9 mph. Chance of precipitation is 30%.
Someone Googled you this week đź‘€
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Thankfully, there’s a really easy way for you – or someone you care about – to clean up outdated results that no longer tell the real story. Learn more here.
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