**REVISED** Centennial Park Pool Open
May 7, 2026 9:18 am
Centennial Park pool in Port Charlotte is open.
Midway Boulevard Lane Closure May 12-13
May 7, 2026 7:41 am
The right lane from 20415 to 20445 Midway Blvd. will be closed from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12, and Wednesday, May 13.
Leadership Charlotte Class of 2026 Hosts House Party Through the Decades to Benefit Local Children and Animals
May 6, 2026 1:12 pm
Leadership Charlotte Class of 2026 will host House Party Through the Decades from 6 to 10 p.m., Saturday, June 13, at Holy Trinity Church Orthodox Event Center, 24411 Rampart Blvd., Port Charlotte, to raise funds for Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County and Valerie’s House, two local organizations serving families, children and animals throughout the region. The “Home is Where the Heart Is” main event will bring the community together for an evening of music, connection and purpose. Guests are encouraged to dress in their favorite decade attire from the 1970s, 1980s, 1990s or 2000s while supporting projects that will help create safe spaces for grieving children and animals in need.
Charlotte County Committee Vacancies
May 6, 2026 9:00 am
The Board of County Commissioners is seeking volunteers.
Charlotte County Government Calendar
May 6, 2026 9:00 am
Charlotte County government meetings for the coming week.
County Commission Strategic Plan Update Workshop Set for May 12
May 5, 2026 3:34 pm
The Charlotte County Commission has scheduled a Strategic Plan Update Workshop at 2 p.m., Tuesday, May 12.
**REVISED** Boil Water Notice Rescinded – Ackerman Area
May 5, 2026 1:05 pm
The Utilities Department has rescinded a precautionary boil water notice for some customers in the Ackerman area.
Jonathan Varner Proves Charlotte County Is Built for Veteran Workforce Success
May 5, 2026 12:15 pm
Charlotte County Economic Development has released its latest Homefront Hero feature highlighting Jonathan Varner, an Army veteran, husband, father and insurance professional whose story reflects the strength of Charlotte County’s veteran workforce. Varner’s journey from military service to civilian leadership shows how veterans are finding purpose, careers and community in Charlotte County. After serving in the Army, Varner returned home and built a life rooted in family, service and professional growth. Today, he is part of Wampler Varner Insurance Group, where his military experience continues to shape the way he leads, serves clients and supports his community.
County Commission Issues Request for Applications for Affordable Housing Development Assistance
May 5, 2026 9:35 am
The Charlotte County Commission is requesting applications for the consideration of providing local government support for the development of affordable housing.