May is Water Safety Month
April 27, 2026 2:50 pm
National Water Safety Month is observed every May to raise awareness about water safety and promote education on preventing drowning and water related injuries.
Parade of Plants May 26 and 28
April 24, 2026 3:54 pm
U F/IFAS Extension Charlotte County Master Gardener volunteers will present a workshop titled “Parade of Plants” May 26 &and May 28, at Centennial Park,
Marine Advisory - Ainger Creek Waterway under Placida Road Bridge Partially Closed April 24
April 24, 2026 12:49 pm
The Ainger Creek waterway under the Placida Road Bridge is partially closed to boat traffic. The waterway is passable to boating traffic. Please heed all warning signs for safe navigation under this bridge.
Traffic Advisory - Placida Road Bridge, Southbound Westernmost Lane and Pedestrian Walkway Closed April 24
April 24, 2026 12:47 pm
The southbound westernmost lane and pedestrian walkway of the Placida Road bridge over Ainger Creek is closed until further notice.
Changes to Library Hours beginning Monday, May 4
April 22, 2026 1:58 pm
Charlotte County Libraries & History announces upcoming changes to operating hours at select library branches beginning Monday, May 4, 2026.
Traffic Advisory - Kings Highway Widening Project from Sandhill Boulevard to Desoto County Line April 27
April 20, 2026 2:48 pm
The Kings Highway widening project from Sandhill Boulevard to Desoto County Line is scheduled to start Monday, April 27. This project will provide a continuous four-lane divided highway from the I-75 interchange to the DeSoto County line and continuing to Arcadia as part of the DeSoto County project. Protected left-turn lanes will also be installed at critical locations to improve safety and traffic operations.
Charlotte County Parks and Recreation Survey
April 14, 2026 3:46 pm
Charlotte County Community Services is conducting a statistically valid survey as part of its budget planning process for Parks and Recreation.
School Zone Speed Enforcement System Citations Being Issued
April 1, 2026 7:54 am
Charlotte County is implementing school zone speed enforcement cameras to enhance safety. The warning phase of the program ended March 31. Violators will receive a citation notice by mail if caught speeding.
Long Course Swimming at Centennial Park Pool
March 31, 2026 12:54 pm
Centennial Park Pool at 1120 Centennial Blvd, Port Charlotte will offer long course swimming Monday-Thursday April 1, 2026 through May 28, 2026.