Florida beekeepers struggling after Hurricane Ian decimates at least 100,000 hives
Florida's beekeepers are still feeling the impacts of Hurricane Ian now more than two months later. According to Greater Good Charities, the storm decimated at least 100,000 hives, and beekeepers said hives are continuing to dwindle because queen bees rattled by the storm aren't laying as many eggs as usual.
Warm Mineral Springs Park remains closed due to Hurricane Ian damages
Warm Mineral Springs Park has remained closed since Hurricane Ian passed in September. The City of North Port is working to reopen as quickly as they can with many trying to come out to the park.
Michigan Army veteran killed in Florida crash while delivering free bikes to kids affected by Hurricane Ian
A Michigan Army veteran and bicycle shop owner, who was in Florida to deliver free bikes to children affected by Hurricane Ian, died in a crash in Punta Gorda. Steven Pringle was hauling a trailer full of bikes when he drove through an intersection that was missing a stop sign due to the hurricane.
'Shop with a Cop' in North Port brings holiday spirit to residents impacted by Hurricane Ian
More than 120 kids were picked for the North Port Police Department's “Shop with a Cop” event this year.
Local environmental groups help clear waterways of Hurricane Ian debris
When Hurricane Ian destroyed homes along Florida's gulf coast, all that debris went everywhere, including into the water. In Englewood, scrap metal, parts of roofs and so much more are still visible in the water.
City of North Port employee turns City Hall into winter wonderland for Christmas season
A City of North Port staff assistant, who has been with the city for 22 years, has worked each year to put smiles on residents' faces every Christmas season. This year, it's needed even more with so many people still rebuilding after Hurricane Ian.
DeSantis says Florida will provide $25M for hurricane victims after FEMA denied state's aid request
After FEMA denied Florida's request for funds to purchase building materials for homes damaged by Hurricane Ian, Gov. DeSantis announced the state will provide $25 million to storm victims: "We're not just going to sit there and take no for an answer," he said.
Tampa Bay Rays won’t go to Charlotte County spring training facility due to Hurricane Ian damages
The team usually holds spring training at Charlotte Sports Park in Port Charlotte, but the complex was significantly damaged by Hurricane Ian, county officials said.
North Port resident still waiting on insurance company after Hurricane Ian causes major damage to home
Hurricane Ian damaged Sylvia Kennedy's home in North Port more than two months ago, and she's waited patiently ever since for her insurance company to process her claim.
Clearwater elementary students, staff to donate items to Fort Myers elementary school damaged by Hurricane Ian
Lily Pettengil and her fifth-grade classmates in Leila Davis Elementary School's community service "Save Club" ran the show Wednesday morning, working together to separate and place donated items in boxes that will go down south.
Hurricane Ian recovery efforts continue 2 months later
More than two months after Hurricane Ian swept across Florida, those living in North Port and Venice are still trying to recover.
Displaced Hurricane Ian victim confined to wheelchair after accident
Hurricane Ian took away a Sarasota County woman's home and her normal way of life. While dealing with the stress of being displaced, a horrible accident confined her to a wheelchair.
Human waste transforms hurricane debris into superfood for citrus crops
Hurricane Ian left a massive mess in its wake, but the debris will be put to good use.
Tangled hurricane debris remains, frustrating some residents in rural Polk, Hillsborough counties
Many residents are still waiting for the debris from Hurricane Ian to be picked up from the curbs along Tampa Bay area roadways. Some residents in Polk and Hillsborough counties are growing frustrated.
Request denied by FP&L to remove tree from power line on disabled man's home
The city of North Port felt some of the worst of Hurricane Ian’s wrath. It's been seven weeks since the storm, but a homeowner, who has a disability and a limited budget, is worried the tree that fell from an abandoned property onto his home's power lines could eventually catch fire.
Hometown: North Port's recovery after Hurricane Ian
From first responders answering seemingly endless calls for help at the height of the storm, to city officials working to repair roads and make them stronger for the future, the city of North Port has been through a lot since Hurricane Ian.
Hope by boat: Neighbors rescued neighbors as Ian flooding moved in
As Hurricane Ian’s eye wall sat over North Port, Alex Keith’s neighborhood turned into a river. But Alex didn’t just sit back and wait for help. He joined neighbors, wading in the water and clearing debris and cutting downed trees.
Sarasota County's first responders drop everything to serve others during Hurricane Ian
Answering calls for help comes natural for first responders in North Port. In the face of a massive storm, they had to leave their families to help others. "When you sign up to be a first responder. Whether it is a police officer, EMT, paramedic or firefighter you think of the daily routine of it. The calls for service, going to traffic crashes and helping people in that way," said North Port PD Sgt. Scott Guzman.
Recovery efforts become grueling for business owners, residents, 7 weeks after Hurricane Ian
The strength of those who live in North Port can be felt daily.
Help after Ian: Disaster relief center open Thursday in Tampa
The Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) has set up at Raymond James Stadium, to provide food assistance for to those impacted by Hurricane Ian and who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).