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.
AI Made Practical for Small Business Workshop to Help Local Businesses Choose the Right Tools
May 18, 2026 10:28 am
Charlotte County Economic Development and the Florida Small Business Development Center at Florida Gulf Coast University will host “AI Made Practical for Small Business: The Right Tool for the Right Job,” a workshop designed to help small business owners better understand how artificial intelligence tools can support everyday business needs. The workshop is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 11, at Charlotte County Economic Development, 18501 Murdock Circle, Suite 302, Port Charlotte.
Rescission of Precautionary Boil Water Notice – Ohara Area May 17
May 17, 2026 8:16 am
A precautionary boil water notice has been rescinded for customers in the Ohara area on May 17.
Traffic Advisory - Ingraham Boulevard Bridge between Edsel Drive and Santa Cruz Drive Closed May 18-June 19
May 13, 2026 11:24 am
The Ingraham Boulevard bridge between Edsel Drive and Santa Cruz Drive will be closed Monday, May 18 through Friday, June 19.
Englewood Beach Basketball Court Resurfacing
May 12, 2026 11:26 am
Resurfacing of the basketball court at Englewood Beach began May 11 and is anticipated to be complete by July 10, 2026.
Randy Spence Park Construction
May 8, 2026 2:37 pm
Beginning the week of May 11, 2026, construction will begin at Randy Spence Park. A temporary fire station will begin construction in the open grass area of the park.
Park Restroom Renovations
May 7, 2026 9:38 am
Restroom renovations at Bissett Park, Englewood East Park, G.C Herring Park, and Maracaibo Kidspace Park will begin June 1, 2026 and is anticipated to be complete by Oct. 6, 2026.
Mid-County Regional Library Reopening May 11
April 28, 2026 3:47 pm
The Mid-County Regional Library, located at 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., in Port Charlotte, will officially reopen to the public on Monday, May 11, following extensive repairs from damage sustained during Hurricane Ian in 2022.
**REVISED** Ann and Chuck Dever Regional Park Pool Maintenance Closure
April 28, 2026 12:15 pm