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"Charlotte County E-Bike Ordinance Sparks Debate, Kings Highway Expansion Plans, Electric Dance Party Comes to Port Charlotte, and Rays Spring Training Schedule Revealed!"

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Charlotte County approves new e-bike ordinance, Kings Highway and CR 769 expansion in Port Charlotte, Electric Friday Night Dance Party, Tampa Bay Rays Spring Training updates. Plus, an exciting Photo of the Week!

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"Something Sweet, Something Fried… and One Very Strange Local Headline"

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The Charlotte County Fair is back, dessert is dangerously good, and Charlotte County once made the news for a wild reason. Any guesses?

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"Boca Grande Parking Talks End in Frustration, Top Affordable Beach Town for Retirees, Financial Retreat, Java Revolution"

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Discover the latest in Port Charlotte: parking talks stall, beach town accolades, financial advice, and a booming coffee scene!

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"12 Men Stir Controversy at Local Restaurant! Boca Boycott ScoreKeeping Showdown Jan 5!"

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"Unexpected antics at local restaurant, conflict assessment showdown, beach reopens, Buc-ees' new drive-thru service, and the Boca Boycott ScoreKeeper - all in one newsletter!"

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Port Charlotte sees a Rise in Marijauana Dispensaries

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Brought to you by Green Thumb Industries, serving Southwest Florida patients with premium cannabis products at RISE Dispensary Port Charlotte

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Last but not least....Lacey from Rescue Garage

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Meet an adoptable dog ready to find her forever home through North Port FL dog adoption

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A Massive 83-Data Center Could Soon Be Built Less Than One-Tenth of a Mile From Your Neighborhood.

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What the proposed data center in North Port means for Port Charlotte residents and nearby commercial zoning

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A "Cant' Lose" way to save on your property taxes in Charlotte County

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Guidance on property tax appeal and property tax appeal port charlotte

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Welcome to Port Charlotte Matters – Your Hometown Connection! Port Charlotte Matters is your friendly neighborhood newsletter, created to keep you in the know and in the loop. From city updates and community events to hidden gems, local stories, and small business spotlights, we bring you everything that makes Port Charlotte special—straight to your inbox. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or new to the area, Port Charlotte Matters is here to celebrate the people, places, and passions that shape our community. Think of us as your go-to source for what’s happening, what’s coming up, and what matters most in Port Charlotte. Join us on this journey as we highlight the heart of our hometown—because here in Port Charlotte you matter, and so does your story.

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