The City of Venice, FL has announced plans to upgrade its reverse osmosis water treatment plant. The project is one of the largest in the city at almost $7,000,000. Venice officials said that the project is necessary due to population growth and real estate development in the area. The city will issue bonds to pay for about 50 projects. … Keep reading... about Venice FL Infrastructure Projects
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Homes for sale in Punta Gorda Florida
Punta Gorda Florida is one of the most desirable and affordable areas of Southwest Florida. The historic downtown section has old style Florida homes along brick paved streets. Punta Gorda Isles, FL is a beautiful section with homes and condos along excellent canals with boating access to Charlotte Harbor and the Gulf of Mexico. Watch the Punta Gorda tour (3:32): … Keep reading... about Homes for sale in Punta Gorda Florida
My “Top 5” of Venice, Florida
In a city that is as vibrant and cultural as Venice, picking my "Top 5" things to do or places to go was a real challenge. Rather than rant about the thousand reasons that I love Venice, I'll try to provide you with some insight as to what I would recommend and what I consider to be the "Top 5" in Venice. Venice is nice. Very nice. In fact, you can't even spell Venice without … Keep reading... about My “Top 5” of Venice, Florida
Sea Turtle Nesting Season
It's that time of year again. Every year, between May 1 and October 31, beach goers will notice small areas of the beach marked with stakes in the sand, blocked off with orange tape. That can only mean one thing: it's sea turtle nesting season. The beaches lining Sarasota's coast have been a safe haven for loggerhead turtles for more than three decades. Heading the conservation … Keep reading... about Sea Turtle Nesting Season
Dolphins have Names
Scientists at Sarasota's Mote Marine Laboratory have determined that dolphins name each other. According to the scientists, dolphins use distinctive whistles to call each other by name. They say that having names enable the dolphins to travel together in groups, a key to their survival. According to CNN: One of the lead scientists in the study, Dr. Randall Wells, is a … Keep reading... about Dolphins have Names