Anyone who watched the news in the last week has seen the devastating floods in South Carolina. The governor said on the news that this was a once in 1,000 year flood. Let that be a lesson to all of us in Florida. Flood insurance is a must. Many people who we help purchase a home in the area do not understand SW Florida insurance needs, especially flood insurance. They … Keep reading... about SW Florida Insurance
General Interest
Charlotte Harbor Oyster Reefs
Charlotte Harbor in Punta Gorda, FL is home to nine man made oyster reefs. With the help of the Nature Conservancy, volunteers in the Charlotte Harbor area have installed the reefs in an area at the mouth of the Peace River. It is hoped that oysters will thrive in the new reefs and help keep the river and harbor clean. Nature Conservancy volunteers will monitor the reefs and … Keep reading... about Charlotte Harbor Oyster Reefs
Port Charlotte Road Project
The final phase of the Midway Boulevard road widening project in Port Charlotte has begun with completion scheduled for mid 2018. Midway Blvd will then be a four lane road from Tamiami Trail (US 41) to Kings Hwy. The first phase from 41 to Harbor Blvd is complete. The current phase will run from Harbor to Kings. Crews have installed “silt fencing” along the 2-1/4 mile … Keep reading... about Port Charlotte Road Project
Southwest Florida Trails
Florida says, “Take a Hike!” The Florida Park Service has designated October as Florida Greenways and Trails Month. As the weather cools, it is a great time of the year to get outside and enjoy the parks. Venture into the many parks to enjoy biking, nature walks, birding as well as kayaking and canoeing on the beautiful lakes and ponds. The Florida Park Service has produced … Keep reading... about Southwest Florida Trails
Southwest Florida Beaches Clean Up
On Saturday, September 19, Ocean Conservancy will sponsor its 30th International Coastal Clean Up Day of Southwest Florida beaches. Friends, neighbors and all those who enjoy a clean, safe, enjoyable beach are encouraged to join in the effort. Get to know others who love Florida’s beaches and help keep our beaches beautiful. You can make new friends who have similar interests … Keep reading... about Southwest Florida Beaches Clean Up