Daily editionWednesday, October 7th, 2026
Good morning, North Port.
The 5AM North Port Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of October.
Business
Smoke & Fire BBQ is moving from its longtime location to Brew Life Brewing at 5767 Beneva Road, and the weekend-only restaurant plans a soft opening Oct. 16 with added menu items.
Customers can look forward to a fresh dining experience in Beneva-Clark Plaza.
Sarasota Herald-TribuneRead more
Krispy Kreme is releasing four Looney Tunes-themed Halloween doughnuts starting Tuesday, Oct. 6 at participating North Port locations (available individually or as a set).
Customers in costume on Oct. 30 or 31 can also get a free Original Glazed or Classic Ring doughnut.
Sarasota Herald-TribuneRead more
Environment
Flood alerts remain active as heavy rain is expected throughout Florida this week — including in North Port — with up to 8 inches possible in northern areas.
Local residents should prepare for fast downpours while officials monitor a tropical system in the Gulf that may boost rainfall.
Sarasota Herald-TribuneRead more
Tropical Storm Isaias formed early this morning in the southwestern Gulf and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane by Thursday.
North Port's Suncoast should remain safe + residents can still expect increased rain, gusty winds and dangerous rip currents along the Gulf, according to forecasts.
WWSB ABC7 MySunCoastRead more