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Tuesday, April 28, 2026 · Punta Gorda

KZRB Radio Station Seeks New Home in Punta Gorda

KZRB Radio Station Seeks New Home in Punta Gorda

Punta Gorda's local radio station, KZRB, is searching for a new downtown location as its current lease on Taylor Street expires in late 2026.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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Why Bug Off Pest is Your Best Choice for Pest Control in Port Charlotte

Bug Off Pest in Port Charlotte is a highly recommended choice for Punta Gorda residents seeking reliable and effective pest control services.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

South Florida Inventory Surges 20%, Cooling Miami Home Prices

Home sales in Miami-Dade and Broward counties slowed amid a 20% rise in available properties, easing intense price pressures in the region's overheated market. Buyers now face less competition, but a persistent shortage of over 30,000 units keeps affordability elusive. Florida Realtors data signals a shift toward balance in early 2026.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

PortMiami Shatters Cargo Record in Busiest Month Ever

PortMiami has logged its most frenzied month for container shipments, a surge underscoring Florida's rebounding trade networks. Nearly 1.12 million TEUs moved through the gateway last fiscal year, capping 11 straight years above the million mark. As upgrades accelerate, the port cements Miami's role in global commerce.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Orlando Tourism Booms 15% in Q1 on Theme Park Rush

Central Florida's theme parks drew a 15% surge in visitors during the first quarter, propelled by fresh rides at Disney World and Universal Studios. The boom signals robust recovery and expansion fever gripping Orlando's tourism engine. Local leaders eye sustained growth amid multi-billion-dollar investments.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Orlando's Real Estate Surge: Tourism and Tech Drive Florida's Top Growth Market

Orlando has emerged as America's fastest-growing real estate market, ranking No. 1 nationally in job growth, population expansion, and GDP growth among the country's 30 most populous regions. A robust tourism industry anchored by Disney and Universal, combined with a booming tech and healthcare sector, is reshaping the region's housing landscape and attracting major development projects.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

South Florida's Older Condos Surge in Sales Amid Affordability Crunch

In a twist defying luxury trends, South Florida's aging condos are flying off the market faster than new builds, drawing remote workers priced out of gleaming towers. Owners rush to sell ahead of looming financial cliffs from post-Surfside laws, creating bargains in Miami-Dade and beyond. But statewide condo prices plummet, signaling a buyer's paradise with risks.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Winterization Services for Irrigation Systems: A Timely Reminder for Punta Gorda Residents

Punta Gorda residents are reminded to prepare their irrigation systems for the changing Southwest Florida weather, focusing on efficiency and preventing costly repairs.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Free Sprinkler System Inspections Offered to Punta Gorda Residents

Punta Gorda residents can now receive free sprinkler system inspections to promote water conservation and efficient irrigation practices, helping to save water and reduce utility bills.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Local Irrigation Services Crucial for Punta Gorda Landscapes

Punta Gorda residents rely on local irrigation repair services to maintain healthy landscapes and conserve water in Southwest Florida's unique climate.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

Free Sprinkler System Inspections Available to Punta Gorda Residents

Punta Gorda residents can now sign up for free sprinkler system inspections to help conserve water and ensure their landscapes are efficiently irrigated.

Tuesday, April 28, 2026