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DeSoto County Residents May Be Eligible For Homeowner Assistance

Wednesday, July 13

The Florida Homeowner Assistance Fund may be able to offer you relief for mortgage payments and other homeowner expenses. ABOUT THE PROGRAM The Homeowner Assistance Fund (HAF) is designed to mitigate financial hardships associated with the COVID-19 pandemic by preventing homeowners’ mortgage delinquencies, defaults, foreclosures, and... Read More.

Country Music Star Toby Keith Reveals Stomach Cancer Diagnosis

Tuesday, July 12

BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS - 06/12/22 7:53 PM ETCountry music star announced Sunday that he has been undergoing treatment for stomach cancer since last fall.The multi-platinum-selling singer said on Twitter that he underwent surgery and received chemotherapy and radiation in... Read More.

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DeSoto Affordable Housing Advisory Committee To Meet

Monday, July 11

DeSoto County Affordable Housing Advisory CommitteeJul 11 | Affordable Housing Advisory CommitteeThere will be an Affordable Housing Advisory Committee meeting on July 11, 2022, at 6:00 pm in the boardroom at 201 E. Oak Street.This committee is designed to help the local government consider how its local policies, rules, and... Read More.

Governor Ron DeSantis Takes Additional Actions to Lower Prescription Drug Prices for Floridians

Sunday, July 10

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 22-164 to drive transparency in prescription costs for Floridians. This order will ensure reforms are in place to hold Pharmacy Benefits Managers (PBMs) accountable when managing prescription drug benefits for insurance companies. Governor DeSantis... Read More.

Military Heritage Museum Partners With Winn Dixie To Raise Funds

Saturday, July 9

The month of July 2022, the Military Heritage Museum will receive a $1 donation from each purchase of the $2.99 reusable Community Bag at the Winn Dixie store located at 27680 Bermont Road in... Read More.

DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office K9 Helps In Narcotics Arrest

Friday, July 8

On Monday, June 6, 2022, the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Unit was conducting surveillance on a nuisance drug residence in the area of Sugar Babe Road. After observing multiple vehicles leaving the residence at... Read More.

DCSO Traffic Stop Yields Narcotics Arrest

Wednesday, July 6

DeSoto County Sheriff's Office: Tuesday, July 5, 2022, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office's Narcotics Unit completed a traffic stop on SE Hillsborough Avenue. During the stop, K9 Kita alerted to the presence of narcotics, and a search was conducted. The search revealed a... Read More.

Florida Announces Five Sales Tax Holidays Beginning July 1, 2022

Sunday, July 3

Tallahassee, Fla. - Consumers can purchase qualifying items exempt from tax during five sales tax holidays and exemption periods that begin on Friday, July 1, 2022. The exemptions apply to both in-store and online purchases."With rising inflation affecting the cost of everything from daily necessities... Read More.

Operation “Dry Water” In Effect This Weekend!

Saturday, July 2

Don’t Get a BUI DYK .08 blood/breath alcohol level is over the limit? Now you do. Choose a sober operator, stay safe and have fun!

Outdoor Activities Supplies Sales Tax Holiday Begins Today

Friday, July 1

OUTDOOR ACTIVITY SUPPLIESThe sales tax holiday begins on Friday, July 1, 2022, and ends on Thursday, July 7, 2022. During this sales tax holiday period, tax is not due on... Read More.