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There were 1,383 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 502,884 in the last 365 days.

DeSoto County - Florida Press Releases

13 Press Releases
  • Published on November 2, 2026 - 20:28 GMT

    Sandbags Available

    Emergency Management Posted on November 02, 2026 Residents will be able to collect sand today, November 2, 2026, from 2:15 PM to 5:00 PM, and on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM.  Residents must make sure they bring a shovel to collect …

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  • Published on November 2, 2026 - 13:52 GMT

    Flash Flood Warning

    Emergency Management Posted on November 02, 2026 North Mills Avenue is closed due to Flash Flood warning. Residents will not be able to access the Property Appraiser's Office, Tax Collector, and Health Department.  Resident's are encouraged to …

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  • Published on October 23, 2026 - 18:50 GMT

    Hydrant Repairs

    DeSoto County Utilities will be performing fire hydrant repairs in the Lake Suzy area from October 26 – 27, 2026. Utilities Department Posted on October 23, 2026 DeSoto County Utilities will be repairing fire hydrants in the Lake Suzy area from Monday, …

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  • Published on September 15, 2026 - 16:15 GMT

    Fort Ogden Railroad Crossing

    Road and Bridges Department Notices Posted on September 15, 2026 DeSoto County has included several Fort Ogden area roadways in the Fiscal Year 2026/2027 Annual Road Paving Project. As part of this effort, the County is evaluating railroad crossings …

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  • Published on September 2, 2026 - 21:05 GMT

    Scam Alert

    Home Posted on September 02, 2026 We have been notified that scammers are pretending to be the county and sending fake invoices.  Payments can only be made in person or online through our portal found on the County website. Staff will never ask for a wire …

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  • Published on August 26, 2026 - 14:53 GMT

    Notice of Intent it Request a Release of Funds

    Home Posted on August 26, 2026 Notice of Intent to Request a Release of Funds     Date of Notice: August 26, 2026   DeSoto County 201 East Oak Street, Suite 201 Arcadia, Florida 34266 Telephone: (863) 993-4800 These notices shall satisfy two separate but …

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  • Published on August 14, 2026 - 23:07 GMT

    Kings Highway Widening Project

    Road and Bridges Department Notices Posted on August 14, 2026 Charlotte County is undergoing a Kings Highway Widening project with impact to residents and commuters. The below information is pulled from Charlotte County's Project Page.  For a direct …

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  • Published on July 21, 2026 - 23:32 GMT

    Final Notice & Public Review of a Proposed Activity in a FFRMS Floodplain or Wetland

    Activity in an FFRMS Floodplain or Wetland Date of Publication: July 21, 2026 Name of Responsible Entity: DeSoto County, Florida Address: 201 East Oak Street, Suite 201, Arcadia, Florida 34266 Contact: Dennis Johnson, Grants Coordinator Telephone Number: ( …

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  • Published on July 14, 2026 - 23:32 GMT

    County-Wide Burn Ban Lifted

    Home Posted on July 14, 2026 We have good news to share! The local burn ban has officially been lifted. While outdoor burning is now permitted, please continue to burn responsibly. Always follow local regulations, keep a water source nearby, never leave a …

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  • Published on June 9, 2026 - 00:45 GMT

    Comprehensive Plan Workshop

    Home Posted on June 08, 2026 Public Workshop | DeSoto 2050! Comprehensive Plan Update          In Person Meeting:             Thursday, June 18, 2026 | 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM                                                 Turner Agri-Civic Center             …

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  • Published on May 14, 2026 - 15:36 GMT

    Road Closure Notice

    Road and Bridges Department Notices Posted on May 14, 2026 NE Persimmon Drive will be closed on May 19, 2026, from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM for cross-drain replacement between NE Persimmon Drive and NE Moore Avenue. This will result in the road becoming …

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  • Published on May 13, 2026 - 20:34 GMT

    Bridge Closure

    Road and Bridges Department Notices Posted on May 13, 2026 SW Liberty Avenue Bridge will be closed starting at 7:30 AM on May 26, 2026, for bridge repairs and replacement of decking boards. This will result in the bridge becoming impassable on Tuesday, May …

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  • Published on May 4, 2026 - 19:18 GMT

    What's Going Up in DeSoto

    Public art continues to accent areas of Downtown Arcadia and DeSoto County, highlighting the County’s history, rodeo, agriculture, antiques, and more.  Thanks to groups like Arcadia Main Street, DeSoto Arts Center, Pletcher’s on Monroe and others, there …

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