Sales Tax Focus Group Meeting March 12
March 4, 2026 1:23 pm
The Charlotte County 2026 Sales Tax Focus Group has scheduled a meeting at 3 p.m., March 12.
Charlotte County Fire & EMS Joins Annual MDA Fill the Boot Campaign March 6-8
March 4, 2026 1:20 pm
Firefighters from Charlotte County Fire & EMS will take to the streets March 6-8, 2026, for the annual Fill the Boot campaign, collecting funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA). Firefighters will be stationed from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day at the U.S. 41 & Cochran Blvd. intersection and the Jones Loop Road & Taylor Road intersection.
GC Herring Park Groundbreaking March 11
March 4, 2026 1:12 pm
The Charlotte County Commission will commemorate the beginning of construction of Phase 1 renovations to GC Herring Park at 1 p.m., March 11.
Lower Than Normal Water Pressure in West Port Charlotte March 4
March 4, 2026 10:10 am
Utilities Department customers may experience lower than normal water pressure in west Port Charlotte.
Charlotte County Committee Vacancies
March 4, 2026 9:00 am
The Board of County Commissioners is seeking volunteers.
Charlotte County Government Calendar
March 4, 2026 9:00 am
Charlotte County government meetings for the coming week.
Harold Avenue Regional Park Recreation Center Closed for Maintenance
March 2, 2026 4:56 pm
Harold Avenue Regional Park Recreation Center will be closed March 16-22, 2026 for annual maintenance.
Charlotte County Economic Development and SBDC at FGCU to Host Digital Marketing Trends Workshop
March 2, 2026 4:24 pm
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Charlotte County Economic Development and SBDC at FGCU to Host Digital Marketing Trends Workshop
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (March 2, 2026) — Charlotte County Economic Development, in partnership with the Florida Small Business Development Center at Florida Gulf Coast University, will host an in-person workshop on changing trends in digital marketing from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on March 12, 2026. The event will be offered at no cost to participants.The workshop will take place at the Charlotte County Economic Development Office conference room, 18501 Murdock Circle, Suite 203, Port Charlotte. Lunch will be provided to registered attendees. The session will be led by Theresa Ayers and will examine how shifts in search, social media, paid advertising and consumer behavior are influencing how businesses connect with customers.
Charlotte County Economic Development Honors Jordan Aquila As February 40 Under 40 Honoree
March 2, 2026 1:02 pm
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (March 2, 2026) — Charlotte County Economic Development has recognized Jordan Aquila, President/CEO of Buffalo Graffix and president of the Charlotte County Jazz Society, as a February honoree in its 40 Under 40 program. The initiative highlights young professionals who are shaping the county’s future through leadership, innovation and community involvement. Aquila grew up in Charlotte County and attended local schools before building his career and business here. He has since expanded Buffalo Graffix’s capabilities, invested in new technology and strengthened partnerships that enhance service for businesses throughout the region. In addition to leading a growing company, Aquila remains active in the community, including supporting arts and music education through the Charlotte County Jazz Society. He is also part of the Leadership Charlotte Class of 2026 through the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce.