Nancy Semon

By Nancy Semon Developers of West Port in Charlotte County announced a major eastward expansion of the master-planned community that will add 423 new homes across 180 acres.

West Port in Charlotte County is expanding by 180 acres with 423 new homes, adding a major retail center featuring Publix, plus infrastructure upgrades to improve traffic and community connectivity

By Nancy Semon Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida found a new home for its retail and donation center in Punta Gorda, and its former location will be converted into a Goodwill Outlet Express, officials said.

Goodwill Industries of Southwest Florida opened its largest Charlotte County store in Punta Gorda, expanding into a 12,000 sq ft space with ample parking and a new training center behind retail.

Charlotte County approved a $340,000 loan for Housing Trust Group’s Murdock Square, an 88-unit affordable housing project addressing local housing shortages amid rapid growth and hurricane recovery.

My Place Hotel opened in Charlotte County, filling a local gap in extended-stay lodging. The new 63-room location offers traditional and extended-stay options with full amenities and competitive rates.

By Nancy Semon Updated The opening of My Place Hotel in Charlotte County on Aug. 6 fills a gap in the local lodging market, which

The Charlotte County Planning and Zoning Board voted 3-1 to recommend denying a rezoning proposal for mining on land planned for a watersports park, citing traffic and community concerns.

By Nancy Semon Updated Prices for single-family homes in Charlotte County continued to show strength in June as shrinking inventory pushed the market slightly in sellers' favor.

Charlotte County’s housing market shows strength with 5.1 months inventory in June, median price up 7.5% year-over-year, signaling a shift toward sellers amid shrinking inventory and steady demand.