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09/08/2026

Four years after Hurricane Ian devastated local shade trees, North Port officials have finished planting 85 new canopy trees along a major city corridor.

09/08/2026

NORTH PORT — Parking improvements are underway near Anna Maria Oyster Bar restaurant in North Port.

09/07/2026

09/07/2026

To celebrate Labor Day, most Sarasota County Government offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7. Read the full list of office closures at scgov.net.

09/07/2026

The fan favorite Beer Run returns for another year. 🍻🏃 Join us under the lights on December 4 for a run for those that don't run!

09/07/2026

A new Labor Day tradition is waiting for you at the North Port Aquatic Center!

We're open tomorrow, Sept. 7 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Race down the water slides, float the lazy river, make a splash in the pool or let the little ones find their adventure at the Pelican Playground.

Memories are waiting to be made! We look forward to seeing you!

09/06/2026

🥵 Overheated Holiday Weekend!
Using the 4-Factor FeelsLike
Forecast, most cities will peak between 108-114°F.
4 Factors: Temp + Humidity + Sun + Wind. Believe it or not, traditional NOAA heat index forecasts do NOT include the sun and wind. I’ve always thought they should because many folks spend so much time exposed, especially on weekends. So, I found a formula from Dr. Robert Steadman in an old research paper - a version of which is being used by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology right now. Sun spikes it. In sunny spots the sun adds up to 15°. Generally wind cools it. In Florida this time of year there’s lots of sun, but minimal wind so these numbers are 5-10° higher than NOAA’s heat index (in the shade). Bottom line: you can NOT directly compare this to our NOAA traditional heat index, and it should not be used to replace it. It does illustrate how being in the Sun makes a dramatic difference. So… shade is your friend this weekend. Be safe!!

09/06/2026

09/06/2026

09/06/2026

Sarasota County could see major cuts to critical services if Amendment 3 passes at the ballot box in November, with the Sheriff’s Office alone standing to lose more than $50