Community rallies around Port Charlotte business owner after fire

Fishin Franks Bait and Tackle in Charlotte County used to be the place you could bring your kids to learn how to fish. It was the place where Frank wouldn’t let you pay if he knew you were struggling, where you could go to be with the community when you felt alone.

But, Monday, people from all over Southwest Florida rallied around Fishin’ Frank and his place, which meant so much to them after a fire destroyed the business of 35 years.

“He supports the kids, he supports the community, he gives away tackle, he gives away so much to all these little kids. I’d be willing to give my boat, I don’t want the money for it,” David Summers said.

“We gotta find a building for him! We need to do something for Frank … we gotta do something,” Summers added.

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