PUNTA GORDA — K-9 handlers Keith Sennett and Michael Watkins were looking for a place to eat in downtown Punta Gorda on Friday afternoon after having arrived from Lenoir County, Tenn., on Thursday.

They’ll be competing in the United States Police Canine Association’s National Field Trials starting today, but they also plan to have some fun around the community. Watkins’ wife planned to fly in before the trials, and he said she was looking forward to seeing what Punta Gorda has to offer.