By Barbara Rayner, Reporter The Eastern Charlotte Lions Club has been helping needy families at Christmas time for a record 31 years and during that period an estimated $225,000 has been raised to help around 1,200 families. Volunteers and spectators turned out in force again Saturday, Dec. 6 for the annual Christmas Telethon, which is […]
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If there is a season in which Charlotte County reveals its truest self, it is Christmas. And nowhere is that more visible than in the annual Santa’s Helpers on CHCO-TV. Over five hours of live broadcasting, the community raised $63,371, with even more donations pouring in afterwards. Every dollar raised goes directly toward supporting children […]
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year in Charlotte County. From festive markets and sparkling parades to cozy community gatherings, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate the holiday season close to home. The Courier and CHCO-TV have teamed up to bring you the “Christmas in Charlotte County 2025 Guide” — your one-stop list […]
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Saint Andrews business owner Kevin Simmonds is connected to his community, and through the binds of lobster rope, traps, and buoys, he shows that through charity alongside fellow community members and lobster fisher Allisan Spear. It takes about 125 lobster traps to make a Christmas tree, which gets set up in Market Square in Saint […]
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