Outdoors
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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Can I Ride My E-Bike There? Here’s What You Need to Know Around Wellen Park
With more trails, more sunshine, and more people choosing electric rides to get around, it's no surprise e-bikes are everywhere in Florida right now....
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Big Governance News for Wellen Park: CS/HB 4061 Is Now Law
Here’s what it means for our growing community.
On June 24, 2025, Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law CS/HB 4061, a Florida bill that updates how...
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New Apartments Under Construction in Wellen Park’s Downtown District
Photo credit: Wellen Park resident Bill Pauley
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How Far Is Wellen Park From The Beach?
Wellen Park to the Beach: Current Commute
Right now, the most direct beach route for Wellen Park residents is to head west via S. Tamiami...