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Regional baptism event set for May 4
VENICE — One Christ Won City, a Florida-based nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring Jesus with word and deed, will host the second annual Baptism In The Gulf on Saturday, May 4, at Maxine Barritt Park on Venice Island, Manasota Beach and Coquina Beach in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island.
Port Charlotte man involved in 130 mph chase and crash that tore a car in half in Central Florida
LAKELAND, Fla. — A Port Charlotte man was involved in a 130 mph chase with state troopers, which ended in a crash that ripped a car apart in Lakeland Thursday night. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, around 11:54 p.m., a Toyota Camry was spotted by a trooper heading west on I-4, going 102 mph in a 35 mph zone.
Port Charlotte drug dealer receives 12-year prison sentence
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A Port Charlotte man was sentenced on Friday to 12 years in prison for possession of methamphetamine with intent to distribute. According to the State Attorney's Office, 58-year-old John Alton Knight, Jr. was arrested by Charlotte County deputies on August 9, 2022, after he was found with over 2,700 grams of methamphetamine and approximately 49 grams of fentanyl.
Suspect who allegedly killed Fla. man with glass ashtray in 1988 is positively identified
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (TCD) -- A cold case has come to a close after investigators used the DNA from cigarette butts to positively identify a suspect in the beating death of a 58-year-old man in 1988. In late November 1988, friends contacted the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office to request a...
Big trucks roll though Cool Today Park
VENICE, Fla. (WWSB) - Many families and individuals celebrated the 28th annual Big Truck Day at Cool Today Park. The event featured an interactive look at over 40 big trucks, specialty equipment, and heavy equipment. Those who attended the event also got a chance to tour Cool Today Park. The...
Port Charlotte man accused of shooting and killing barber pleads not guilty
A Port Charlotte man who allegedly shot and killed a barber has been arrested on second-degree murder charges and pleaded not guilty for the incident. According to authorities, 34-year-old David Hull claimed he was standing his ground against 37-year-old Manuel “Macho” back in March. After working on the...
Area Police Departments host Drug Take-back Day
SUNCOAST, Fla. (WWSB) - Venice and Sarasota Police Departments hosted a drive thru Prescription Drug Takeback event. Citizens were able to responsibly dispose unwanted or expired prescription medications. This event will allow the community to prevent pill abuse and theft by getting rid of the unwanted medications.
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