More middle-aged women being treated for acneLee County student ran up and hit teacher in head, report shows
FORT MYERS More middle-aged women being treated for acne You probably thought you broke up with it after high school, but acne is rearing it’s ugly blackheads in adult women.
Lee County student ran up and hit teacher in head, report shows The report says a 13-year-old student ran up and smacked a teacher in the head because multiple classmates offered him money to do so.
Collier Planning Commission continues discussion for apartments near Fiddler’s Creek The developer of fiddler’s creek wants to build hundreds of luxury apartments on a slice of a 600 acre-plus property known as section 29.
CAPE CORAL Fatigue sets in for third day of FEMA hearings Flying several hours to come to a FEMA code compliance hearing in Cape Coral is the reality for John Gasparini from Maryland.
Prescription drug shortages lead to higher prices There are currently more than 250 medications on the nation’s drug shortage list, according to the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. The organization says 2023 marked the worst year for shortages in about a decade.
Mental health resources to help children Here are some resources to help you navigate the mental health system when it comes to help for children. Park Royal Park Royal does not have in-patient options for youth; however, the facility’s launched a new intensive outpatient program for 14 to 17-year-olds. It typically last several weeks or months, and offers three to five […]
NAPLES Video: FWC releases bobcat after rehab stint at Naples Zoo Wildlife officials released a bobcat back into the wild after recovering from a broken leg at Naples Zoo for eight weeks.
Single-member vs. at-large voting debate intensifies in Lee County Three members of Southwest Florida’s state Legislature delegation hosted a public forum May 1 at Lehigh Acres Municipal Services Improvement District, established by the state in 2015.
Unsolved: sawfish deaths rise during Florida Keys mystery More endangered smalltooth sawfish deaths were reported in the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s weekly report.
Emails show beginnings, contradictions of South Seas resort amendment South Seas resort ownership group’s engineer proposed a land-use amendment for Lee County’s government at least six months before the first public discussions and at least seven weeks before the county’s official timeline began, emails between the resort’s representatives and county show.
ALVA SR 31: a dangerous road and persistent safety concern State Road 31 proves hazardous once again, with a recent fatal crash highlighting ongoing safety concerns. The road — particularly the stretch at the Lee/Charlotte county line — has seen numerous crashes, including Wednesday’s incident involving a 19-year-old who died after crashing with a car hauler. The Florida Highway Patrol has not released the victim’s […]
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County deputy subdues convicted felon with Taser at North Fort Myers Walmart Lee County deputies used a Taser on a man after they raced through a North Fort Myers Walmart searching for him.
FORT MYERS 2 posing as Target Corporate employees steal over $6K at Fort Myers Target SWFL Crime Stoppers seeks information on two men who allegedly claimed to be employees of Target Corporate and stole over $6,000 at Target.
Punta Gorda cosiders fate of historic A.C. Freeman House It was built by politician and businessman Augustus C. Freeman whose name the house bears, and it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested for armed robbery in Cape Coral The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man for armed robbery and giving a fake name to law enforcement.
FORT MYERS More middle-aged women being treated for acne You probably thought you broke up with it after high school, but acne is rearing it’s ugly blackheads in adult women.
Lee County student ran up and hit teacher in head, report shows The report says a 13-year-old student ran up and smacked a teacher in the head because multiple classmates offered him money to do so.
Collier Planning Commission continues discussion for apartments near Fiddler’s Creek The developer of fiddler’s creek wants to build hundreds of luxury apartments on a slice of a 600 acre-plus property known as section 29.
CAPE CORAL Fatigue sets in for third day of FEMA hearings Flying several hours to come to a FEMA code compliance hearing in Cape Coral is the reality for John Gasparini from Maryland.
Prescription drug shortages lead to higher prices There are currently more than 250 medications on the nation’s drug shortage list, according to the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists. The organization says 2023 marked the worst year for shortages in about a decade.
Mental health resources to help children Here are some resources to help you navigate the mental health system when it comes to help for children. Park Royal Park Royal does not have in-patient options for youth; however, the facility’s launched a new intensive outpatient program for 14 to 17-year-olds. It typically last several weeks or months, and offers three to five […]
NAPLES Video: FWC releases bobcat after rehab stint at Naples Zoo Wildlife officials released a bobcat back into the wild after recovering from a broken leg at Naples Zoo for eight weeks.
Single-member vs. at-large voting debate intensifies in Lee County Three members of Southwest Florida’s state Legislature delegation hosted a public forum May 1 at Lehigh Acres Municipal Services Improvement District, established by the state in 2015.
Unsolved: sawfish deaths rise during Florida Keys mystery More endangered smalltooth sawfish deaths were reported in the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s weekly report.
Emails show beginnings, contradictions of South Seas resort amendment South Seas resort ownership group’s engineer proposed a land-use amendment for Lee County’s government at least six months before the first public discussions and at least seven weeks before the county’s official timeline began, emails between the resort’s representatives and county show.
ALVA SR 31: a dangerous road and persistent safety concern State Road 31 proves hazardous once again, with a recent fatal crash highlighting ongoing safety concerns. The road — particularly the stretch at the Lee/Charlotte county line — has seen numerous crashes, including Wednesday’s incident involving a 19-year-old who died after crashing with a car hauler. The Florida Highway Patrol has not released the victim’s […]
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County deputy subdues convicted felon with Taser at North Fort Myers Walmart Lee County deputies used a Taser on a man after they raced through a North Fort Myers Walmart searching for him.
FORT MYERS 2 posing as Target Corporate employees steal over $6K at Fort Myers Target SWFL Crime Stoppers seeks information on two men who allegedly claimed to be employees of Target Corporate and stole over $6,000 at Target.
Punta Gorda cosiders fate of historic A.C. Freeman House It was built by politician and businessman Augustus C. Freeman whose name the house bears, and it was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested for armed robbery in Cape Coral The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man for armed robbery and giving a fake name to law enforcement.
Funeral service of fallen Fort Myers Police Officer Adam Jobbers-Miller, killed in the line of duty. Friends, family and the Southwest Florida community lined up before sunrise to attend the public full honors funeral for Adam Jobbers-Miller. Jobbers-Miller was only 29 when he was shot in the line of duty July 21, and died from his injuries a week later. MORE: FMPD Officer Jobbers-Miller dies from his injuries Saturday, leaves legacy Jobbers-Miller, firefighter turned police officer, worked for the Fort Myers Police Department for nearly three years. ‘They will always be part of the blue family’ “I just feel horrible for them,” said 10-year-old Alicia Stone. It was an emotional day for people of all ages. Alicia lined up with others at the busy intersection of Treeline Avenye and Colonia Boulevard for Jobbers-Miller’s procession. His death was put into perspective by her father, a former police officer. “My dad the other day said, ‘Just picture him being shot or something like that,’ and it just made me feel for the family like horrible for them,” Alicia said. Other officers are taking that pain and creating something beautiful —like a portrait made by a Philadelphia officer who’s part of the New York based group Brothers Before Others. The organization offers support for the families of fallen officers. “We want them to know that their loved one will never be forgotten,” said former NYPD officer Fidel Balan. “They will always be part of the blue family, what we call the line blue line.” The thin blue line getting thinner at a drastic rate. “It was almost like deja vu. I’ve only been down here a year add this is the second funeral my son and I have attended,” said former New Jersey Police Officer Timothy Thiel. “We were up in Highlands County for Deputy Gentry. It almost seems like it’s been happening on a weekly basis across the country.” But the support shown today brings strength to those still on the force. “It gives us hope that the citizens are out here, the residents of the state, county, country do support us, or support the men and women that are still out there fighting the good fight,” Thiel said. Fellow officers honor officer Jobbers-Miller They traveled in droves with badges held high, and uniforms of different colors. But, they came together as one to say a final goodbye to Jobbers-Miller. “He’s a hero in our eyes of course,” said former marine Cindia Fernandez. Jobbers-Miller served less than three years on the Fort Myers Police force, but his brothers said it didn’t take long for him to make an impact. “It’s a hard job already,” Fernandez said. It was clear as one by one, each man and woman bowed their heads and held their hearts. “It was very touching, I mean very professional, everyone was in step, it was nice to see,” Fernandez said. A community touched by his story and tragic death. “That’s like another brother, I’m teary eyed already.” Fernandez said she didn’t know of Jobbers-Miller until his passing, but said it didn’t matter. “It’s kinda hard sometimes to repay them back, so this is the least we can do is stand here and make sure everybody sees that we support them,” Fernandez said. His family, friends and brothers in blue stood in silence for the final call. “Fort Myers to 524 Officer Adam Jobbers Miller… the men and women of the FMPD are forever grateful and proud to have served with officer jobbers miller, we will never forget his loyalty and dedication.” Jobbers-Miller’s family was given the American flag draped over his casket at the end of the touching ceremony. Loved ones laid roses by his casket just before heading to the funeral home where his body will be cremated. SWFL bids farewell to officer Jobbers-Miller A final goodbye to an officer who gave the ultimate sacrifice. “This is a tough day for everybody … every time we lose one of our own,” said John McMahon, of Guns n Hoses Pipes and Drums of SWFL. In near perfection —no matter their badge— hundreds of officers traveled to pay their respects. “When we lose somebody it hurts,” McMahon said. McMahon knows it may not be much, but the former firefighter hopes his group’s music will bring some comfort to a family still coming to terns with the unthinkable. “We’re here to honor the memory of Adam,”McMahon said. They may not have known Jobbers-Miller personally, but it didn’t matter, because today, he was family. MORE: What to know about Officer Jobbers-Miller’s funeral You can read Officer Jobbers-Miller’s obituary here. Watch the ceremony in its entirety below Procession Submit Copyright ©2024 Fort Myers Broadcasting. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without prior written consent.