By BARRY MILLMAN STAFF WRITER, Charlotte Sun-Herald Newspaper. Reprinted with permission. The good news just keeps on coming for Charlotte County Schools. Just two days after learning the district was among an elite handful to maintain an overall “A” grade for four consecutive years, state leaders announced Friday that Charlotte educators were among Florida’s best at … Keep reading... about Teaching all kids to read
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Charlotte County schools score top grades
Residents proud of Charlotte County schools By BARRY MILLMAN STAFF WRITER, Charlotte Sun-Herald Newspaper. Reprinted with permission. For the fourth year in a row, the Charlotte County school district has brought home a report card that would make any parent proud. When the Florida Department of Education announced its annual grades for the state’s 67 county school … Keep reading... about Charlotte County schools score top grades
What you need to know about the Office of the County Tax Collector
By Oscar Door, Charlotte Sun-Herald Newspaper. Reprinted with permission. Vickie Potts, merely because of the elected position she holds as Tax Collector, may have an undeserved, unpopular reputation among county taxpayers when a tax notice is received. Actually, Potts is a lovely lady of considerable personal charm, who has nothing to do with the taxes you pay except to … Keep reading... about What you need to know about the Office of the County Tax Collector
What you need to know about the Office of the County Sheriff
By Oscar Dorr, Charlotte Sun-Herald Newspaper. Reprinted with permission. Editor’s note: This is the fourth in a series on Charlotte County elected officials. Sheriff John Davenport was elected Sheriff of Charlotte County on Nov. 2, 2004, and took office Jan. 4, 2005. Sheriff Davenport is dual-certified in corrections and law enforcement, and has been a law enforcement … Keep reading... about What you need to know about the Office of the County Sheriff
Did you know about the Office of the County Supervisor of Elections?
By Oscar Dorr, Charlotte Sun-Herald Newspaper. Reprinted with permission. Mac V. Horton is the newly elected Charlotte County Supervisor of Elections. Even though elections are held only every two years, Mac and his staff stay very busy all yearround with the myriad of tasks involving his office. Horton has his main office in the Charlotte County South County Annex at 410 … Keep reading... about Did you know about the Office of the County Supervisor of Elections?
Edgewater, Flamingo widening projects to be completed in two years
UPDATE- Sept 2015 Charlotte County, FL road widening projects have seen delays but several are now on track. Edgewater Drive is currently closed between Harbor Blvd and Midway Blvd. Construction continues on the replacement of bridges, widening of the roadway and installation of traffic circles. This section should be complete in 2016. Construction on the final section to … Keep reading... about Edgewater, Flamingo widening projects to be completed in two years
Fire and water: The elements of rebirth
By Joe Polidoro, Charlotte Sun-Herald Newspaper. Reprinted with permission. These days, you’ll find eggs in more places than just the dairy section and candy aisle at Publix. They’re also starting to appear in the nests of scrub jays. Eggs symbolized rebirth long before there was an Easter, which seems to be celebrated around the vernal equinox only because some early … Keep reading... about Fire and water: The elements of rebirth
Florida Suncoast Weather
Florida Suncoast Weather 7-Day forecast from the National Weather Service Suncoast temperatures are pleasant year round. While summer temperatures (June through mid September) can get into the 90’s during midday, afternoon showers are the rule and can cool the day significantly. The summer daily average is in the low 80’s and the evening temperatures are generally in … Keep reading... about Florida Suncoast Weather
Charlotte Harbor, Florida
By BRIAN GLEASON, Charlotte Sun-Herald Newspaper. Reprinted with permission. Down by the riv, er, harbor In my column about the new auditorium, I wrote it will sit on the Peace River. I got a note from Punta Gorda native Gussie Baker, taking me to task for the statement. “I have to tell you the center is on Charlotte Harbor,” Baker wrote. “All my life I have been told … Keep reading... about Charlotte Harbor, Florida