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Man turns his reptile obsession into a cold-blooded wonderland

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Man turns his reptile obsession into a cold-blooded wonderland

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By Britt Leoni Click here for updates on this story PUNTA GORDA, Florida (WBBH) — Step into Punta Gorda’s Iguanaland, and you will unlock a world that slithers with scales. More than 250 species of reptiles and amphibians call Iguanaland home. And it’s not just home to those creatures but to animal aficionado Ty Park. “Growing up, I always wanted to be a zoo director. I never thought I’d own one,” said Park. “When I was 6, my dad gave me a t…See the Story

Punta Gorda restaurant listed for $3.5 million before closure

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Punta Gorda restaurant listed for $3.5 million before closure

Dean's South of the Border will close after July 6. The building, its assets and its parking lot are on the market.Read Article

Dean’s South of the Border to close July 6

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Dean’s South of the Border to close July 6

After more than three decades of serving Tex-Mex favorites and live music in downtown Punta Gorda, Dean’s South of the Border will close its doors for good July 6. Owners Dean and Sandy Stainton, who weathered multiple hurricanes and rebuilt their business more than once, have decided it’s time to retire and enjoy time with family, Dean Stainton said. Their last day of business is expected to be an all-day celebration filled with food, drinks an…Read Article

Charlotte County companies compete for top manufacturing honor - Gulfshore Business

Two Punta Gorda-based companies are among the finalists in the Florida Chamber of Commerce’s inaugural Coolest Thing Made in Florida competition — a contest designed to celebrate innovation and manufacturing excellence across the state. Baby Barrier and Supertrak, the only nominees from Charlotte County, each offer products built with safety in mind. Baby Barrier manufactures mesh pool fencing designed to prevent children and pets from falling i…Innovation · Punta Gorda Read Article

Punta Gorda Airport considers wage hikes for FBO staff

Punta Gorda Airport is considering wage increases for its Fixed Base Operator employees following concerns about near-total worker turnover. Charlotte County Airport Authority Chair Robert Hancik told board members during a recent workshop that current pay is no longer competitive, and increasing wages may be necessary to attract and retain staff. FBO workers provide essential services to private and corporate aviation, including fueling, mainte…Punta Gorda · Punta Gorda Read Article

Buyer’s or seller’s housing market? Zillow’s new rating for 250 major markets

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Want more housing market stories from Lance Lambert’s ResiClub in your inbox? Subscribe to the ResiClub newsletter. Zillow economists use an economic model known as the Zillow Market Heat Index to gauge the competitiveness of housing markets across the country. This model looks at key indicators—including home price changes, inventory levels, and days on market—to generate a score showing whether a market favors sellers or buyers. Higher scores …Punta Gorda · Punta Gorda Read Article

Punta Gorda downtown spa to move into Fishermen’s Village - Gulfshore Business

Ästhetik, a contemporary spa and retail brand in downtown Punta Gorda, is moving into Fishermen’s Village in about four to five months and will overlook Charlotte Harbor in the space once occupied by the Turtle Bay restaurant. The marketing team of Punta Gorda’s iconic dining and shopping destination made the announcement June 17. The approximately 2,750 square foot space will be demolished and rebuilt into a modern spa and boutique, said co-fou…Fishermen · Punta Gorda Read Article

Visual Arts Center names Sandra Moon executive director

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PUNTA GORDA —The board of directors of the Visual Arts Center announced the appointment of Sandra Moon as the organization’s permanent executive director, on Friday.Punta Gorda · Punta Gorda Read Article

Bear spotted chilling out in a hot tub

A bear was spotted chilling in a Punta Gorda, Florida, resident's hot tub before the grizzly beast was moved out of the property.Punta Gorda · Punta Gorda Read Article

Punta Gorda Chamber hires new director

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PUNTA GORDA — The Punta Gorda Chamber of Commerce reached into the local talent pool to hire its new executive director.Punta Gorda · Punta Gorda Read Article

Charlotte County OKs 400 new homes near Punta Gorda

Charlotte County commissioners on June 10 approved final resolutions that will allow two national homebuilders to move forward with plans to construct hundreds of new homes on more than 100 acres just outside the Punta Gorda city limits. One of the projects, Starling Phase 2, is located at 14100 Burnt Store Road, an area identified as one of the county’s key growth corridors alongside South Punta Gorda and the West Port area in northwest Charlot…Punta Gorda · Punta Gorda Read Article

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