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Boil Water Notice in Effect May 21 – Part of Rotonda and West County

May 21, 2026 3:29 pm

The Charlotte County Utilities Department has declared a precautionary boil water notice for some customers in parts of Rotonda and West County due to repairs made to a water line. The affected customers will remain under a precautionary boil water notice until further notice.

Charlotte County 40 Under 40 Spotlights Ashley Turner as Homegrown Talent

May 21, 2026 11:22 am

Charlotte County Economic Development is proud to recognize Ashley Turner, public information officer for Charlotte County Public Safety, as a 40 Under 40 honoree, highlighting the young professionals who are helping shape Charlotte County’s future. Turner is a Charlotte County native and graduate of Charlotte County Public Schools who returned home to build her career and life in the community that shaped her. Her story reflects the goal of Careers on the Coast: showing that Charlotte County is a place where young professionals can grow, lead, raise families and make a meaningful impact close to home.

Traffic Advisory - Peachland Boulevard between Hallcrest Terrace and Torrington Street Intermittent Lane Closures May 26-29

May 21, 2026 8:52 am

Peachland Boulevard between Hallcrest Terrace and Torrington Street will have intermittent lane closures 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Tuesday, May 26 through Friday, May 29 for Lumos to install underground fiber.

Traffic Advisory - Road Closure on San Cristobal Avenue between Bismarck Road and Sandhill Boulevard May 27

May 21, 2026 8:49 am

San Cristobal Avenue between Bismarck Road and Sandhill Boulevard will be closed 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, May 27 for Public Works crews to complete stormwater maintenance.

Franz Ross Tennis Court Resurfacing Complete

May 20, 2026 4:49 pm

Resurfacing of the dedicated tennis courts at Franz Ross Park is complete. All areas of the park are open.

Memorial Day Holiday Schedule

May 20, 2026 1:33 pm

Charlotte County Government offices and facilities will follow these schedules on Monday, May 25

Marine Advisory - South Gulf Cove Lock Memorial Day Weekend Operating Hours

May 20, 2026 11:01 am

The South Gulf Cove Lock is extending its operating hours to 10 p.m., Saturday, May 23, through Monday, 25 to accommodate increased holiday boating traffic. Normal operational hours will resume 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 26.