Saturday, February 7, 2026

Around Wellen Park

Michael Saunders & Company Breaks Ground on New Office in Wellen Park

Michael Saunders & Company officially broke ground on their future Wellen Park office, bringing a major name in Gulf Coast real estate to one...

Local, Loud & Proud: Why Hyper-Local News is Worth Celebrating This 4th of July

A Thank You to Those Who Made It Possible Before we dive into all the red, white, and blue happenings around town, let’s pause for...

Stay Prepared: North Port Extends Sandbag Station Hours Ahead of Forecasted Heavy Rain

As the summer rain ramps up and hurricane season looms, the City of North Port is stepping up its storm prep by extending the...

July 4th in Wellen Park: Fireworks, Festivities, and What to Know About the Weather

Wellen Park is getting ready for a big Independence Day celebration, with fireworks, food, and family fun planned across the community. From the concerts...

The Secret Star of Wellen Park: Meet the Florida Bobcat

Word’s been spreading around Wellen Park—bobcats have been spotted in and around the neighborhoods. And for some, that’s sparked concern. Are they dangerous? Should...

What Are They Really Fighting For? Understanding the Gran Paradiso Irrigation Lawsuit

Wellen Park was built to be different. Built for connection. For calm. For that Florida feeling you can’t quite explain—but you know it when...

Hurricane Season 2025: Why Now is the Time to Prepare — Even in Resilient Wellen Park

The Gulf is warm, the air is thick, and June 1 marked the official start of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. On paper, it’s...

The Wellen Park Weekender: What’s Happening June 27–29

We’re closing out June with a weekend full of live music, local markets, and small-town summer charm. Expect hot and mostly sunny days with...