By JOHN HAUGHEY STAFF WRITER, Charlotte Sun-Herald Newspaper. Reprinted with permission. THE ‘PEARL’ OPENS TO A BIG CROWD Charlotte unveils new Oyster Creek Regional Park ENGLEWOOD — It was billed as the grand opening of a new park but it was actually the new opening of a grand park. More than 300 people attended ceremonies Friday evening commemorating the official opening … Keep reading... about Oyster Creek Regional Park
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A Tour of Windmill Village, Punta Gorda, Florida
Windmill Village The adult community of Windmill Village in Punta Gorda, Florida is a deed restricted adult (over 55 years of age) community on the Punta Gorda waterfront. Windmill Village offers an exceptional value to its residents, including a pool, recreational facilities, hobby areas, a beautiful clubhouse (open June 2007) and a deep yacht basin with harbor and gulf … Keep reading... about A Tour of Windmill Village, Punta Gorda, Florida
Port Charlotte Canal Tour
Port Charlotte Canals For many people it is a dream to live in a waterfront home. The canals in Port Charlotte, FL make that possible. There are homes on canals in Port Charlotte, FL in a wide range of prices. Sailboat canals have access to Charlotte Harbor without the necessity to motor beneath a bridge. For a less expensive home, choose one in a location behind a … Keep reading... about Port Charlotte Canal Tour
Port Charlotte Beach Complex
A tour of the Port Charlotte, FL beach on beautiful Charlotte Harbor. Residents of Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda and Deep Creek do not have to drive all the way to Englewood, Venice or Fort Myers to enjoy a great beach experience. The Port Charlotte Beach Complex is conveniently located at the south end of Harbor Boulevard and has everything you need for loads of fun. The … Keep reading... about Port Charlotte Beach Complex
Charlotte County population increases 9 percent in last six years
By NEIL HUGHES STAFF WRITER, Charlotte Sun-Herald Newspaper. Reprinted with permission. Charlotte County, Florida residents: Say hello to your 12,811 newest neighbors. That’s how many new residents the area gained from 2000 to 2006, according to new information from the U.S. Census Bureau. The bureau released its annual Population Estimates Program numbers for U.S. metro- … Keep reading... about Charlotte County population increases 9 percent in last six years
Festival seeks redfish art, cardboard boats
PROVIDED BY CHARLOTTE COUNTY VISITOR'S BUREAU The Charlotte County Visitor's Bureau is gearing up for the 2007 Oh Boy! Oberto Redfish Cup Festival May 4–6, and is seeking an unusual combination of participants to enhance the popular event. This most visible and lucrative redfish tournament series in the world, with $1.1 million dollars awarded to anglers, brings … Keep reading... about Festival seeks redfish art, cardboard boats
Sailboat racing on Charlotte Harbor, FL
A brief video of a sailboat race on Charlotte Harbor, Florida aboard the F-27 Trimaran, “Surrender”. Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte FL are towns on Charlotte Harbor, FL. Punta Gorda is on the south end of the harbor, Port Charlotte on the north. The Peace and Myakka Rivers converge to form Charlotte Harbor. There are few places on earth as beautiful and inviting! If you enjoy … Keep reading... about Sailboat racing on Charlotte Harbor, FL
Venice: Famous for Shelling and Shark's Teeth
Any home or condo on Venice Island, near downtown, is a very easy walk to the beach. Venice beaches are famous for shelling and especially hunting shark’s teeth. Never fear, though, Venice is not known for sharks! The gentle currents of the gulf wash shells and teeth up on the beaches. Venice is well named as much of the architecture is in the Mediterranean style. It has a … Keep reading... about Venice: Famous for Shelling and Shark's Teeth
Real Estate in Charlotte County, FL – Scrub Jay, cont'd
On Tuesday, 3/13/2007, the Charlotte County Commission voted to work with the USFWS to streamline permitting of construction on lots found to be free of scrub jays in suspect areas. Hopefully, this will expedite matters once the proper study for an owner's lot has been completed. This decision will not automatically release scrub jay suspect lots, it will only make the process … Keep reading... about Real Estate in Charlotte County, FL – Scrub Jay, cont'd
More and more events finding their way to us
By JOHN FINERAN, Charlotte Sun-Herald Newspaper. Reprinted with permission. Our little corner of paradise is becoming quite the place for sporting action. The South Coast League will begin play in May with one of its six franchises, the Charlotte Redfish, occupying Charlotte Sports Park. Meanwhile, the park will once again host college baseball teams from the colder climates … Keep reading... about More and more events finding their way to us