Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast UniversityMissing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
FORT MYERS, Fla.- “Brett is the maestro of Dunk City,” said FGCU senior guard Bernard Thompson about his best friend Brett Comer. Comer and Thompson have been two of the main architects in turning Florida Gulf Coast from an unknown into Dunk City. Comer is a floor general capable of doing whatever the team needs. When the offense is stagnate he gets the ball moving. When a scorer is needed, he can put it in the hoop. But the 6’3″ senior from Orlando is at his best setting up others. “His passing ability is extraordinary, I’ve never seen anything like it” said Thompson. “That’s my favorite thing to do, I like to put a little flash on it too so obviously getting a guy a lob for a dunk or kicking out for a three and everybody going kind of crazy is my favorite” said Comer. Comer has 683 career assists which is the most in Atlantic Sun Conference history. Comer is also the active career leader nationally in assists. Comer has been the teams point guard since he stepped on campus, as a sophomore he alley-ooped the Eagles into the national spotlight with two wins at the NCAA tournament. Comer had ten assists in the first round win against Georgetown and 14 assists in the second round win against San Diego State.”Coming in here you dream of doing something like that and it’s something we all talked about doing but actually seeing it happen was absolutely amazing” said Comer. Comer’s success at FGCU and two Florida Class 6A State Championships were accomplished after his Dad died of lung cancer. Comer’s Dad, Troy passed away during his junior year of high school, six weeks before Comer won the first of his two State Championships. “That’s the reason why I do have all the tattoos that I have on me is all because of him and to help me deal with the process of his passing” said Comer who played with New Orleans Pelicans guard Austin Rivers at Winter Park High School. Tattooed on the side of Comer’s right arm is a tribute to his father. It reads: Happiness is not something ready made It comes from your own actions You may not control all the events that happen to you But you can decide not to be reduced by them Love never hate; forgive but never forget Live the life you’ve dreamed to the fullest — Pursuit of Happiness Comer’s Dad was his coach growing up. Comer still has three months left as a college basketball player to showcase everything that he learned. “We want to win the conference outright this year and obviously go back to the tournament and make some noise again. That’s how I envision myself going out here” said Comer who is averaging 10.5 points and is third in the nation with 7.5 assists per game. The 8-2 Eagles host 2-6 Furman on Friday night at 7:30 p.m. The 7-2 FGCU women’s basketball team plays before that game at 4:30 p.m. against 6-3 Northern Colorado.