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.
Traffic Advisory - Peachland Boulevard between Torrington Street and MacArthur Drive Intermittent Lane Closures March 4-6
March 2, 2026 4:22 pm
Peachland Boulevard between Torrington Street and MacArthur Drive will have intermittent lane closures 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, March 4 through Friday, March 6 for Lumos Fiber to install underground fiber.
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.
New Utilities Department Payment Center Location March 9
March 2, 2026 11:21 am
Starting Monday, March 9, the Utilities Department customer payment center will serve customer walk-ins at Promenades Mall.
Charlotte County Emergency Management to Distribute Hurricane Supply Kits at Point of Distribution on March 3
March 2, 2026 10:38 am
With less than 100 days until the start of hurricane season, Charlotte County Emergency Management is reminding residents that it is never too early to prepare. To help the community get a head start, Charlotte County will operate a Point of Distribution site on March 3, 2026, at 10175 S. Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda, FL 33950 (entrance via Acline Road) to provide residents with hurricane supply kits, including tarps, Meals Ready-to-Eat, and water.
The POD will be open from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., or until supplies run out.
To ensure a safe and orderly operation, residents are asked not to arrive early or form a line before the site opens.
Traffic Advisory - Birchcrest Boulevard between Seaton Avenue and Deborah Avenue Intermittent Lane Closures March 9-13
March 2, 2026 9:19 am
Birchcrest Boulevard between Seaton Avenue and Deborah Avenue will have intermittent lane closures 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, March 9 through Friday, March 13 for Irby Construction to install underground fiber.
Traffic Advisory - Midway Boulevard between Edgemere Street and Forest Hill Lane Intermittent Lane closures March 9-13
March 2, 2026 9:18 am
Midway Boulevard between Edgemere Street and Forest Hill Lane will have intermittent lane closures 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, March 9 through Friday, March 13 for Bluestreak to install underground fiber.
Traffic Advisory - Lake View Boulevard between Dobel Terrace and Broad Ranch Drive Intermittent Lane closures March 9-13
March 2, 2026 9:17 am
Lake View Boulevard between Dobel Terrace and Broad Ranch Drive will have intermittent lane closures 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, March 9 through Friday, March 13 for Bluestreak to install underground fiber.