LCSO: Lehigh Acres shooting investigation underwayRock for Equality: SWFL non-profit hosts benefit concert for Palestine
lehigh acres LCSO: Lehigh Acres shooting investigation underway The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting in Lehigh Acres early Saturday morning.
Rock for Equality: SWFL non-profit hosts benefit concert for Palestine A Southwest Florida non-profit hosted a benefit concert on Friday night to help with humanitarian aid in Palestine.
Warm, breezy Saturday with a few showers possible The Weather Authority is forecasting a breezy, warm weekend in store across Southwest Florida, with the chance of a few showers, particularly on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Active investigation underway in South Cape Coral Cape Coral police are investigating at a home on Southwest 49th Terrace in South Cape Coral early Saturday morning.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
PUNTA GORDA Woman in Punta Gorda shooting charged with 2nd degree murder A woman in a homicide investigation on Nasturtium Drive in Punta Gorda has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Lee County mother continuing fight to get children a bus stop The school district already told her she lives too close to the school to qualify for a bus route but she has not given up.
NORTH NAPLES Grant Thornton Invitational returns to Tiburon Golf Club Stars on the PGA and LPGA Tours are back in Southwest Florida for the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club.
FORT MYERS Black Flag brings classic punk energy to The Ranch in Fort Myers Legendary punk band Black Flag made their mark in Southwest Florida during the Fort Myers stop of their “First Four Years” tour.
Charlotte Technical College breaks ground on aviation facility The Charlotte County School District is flying high and keeping its “Space Academy” designation with a new aviation training facility for students.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection with Cape Coral home invasion The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the arrest of one of three men suspected in a home invasion that took place earlier this month.
lehigh acres LCSO: Lehigh Acres shooting investigation underway The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting in Lehigh Acres early Saturday morning.
Rock for Equality: SWFL non-profit hosts benefit concert for Palestine A Southwest Florida non-profit hosted a benefit concert on Friday night to help with humanitarian aid in Palestine.
Warm, breezy Saturday with a few showers possible The Weather Authority is forecasting a breezy, warm weekend in store across Southwest Florida, with the chance of a few showers, particularly on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Active investigation underway in South Cape Coral Cape Coral police are investigating at a home on Southwest 49th Terrace in South Cape Coral early Saturday morning.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
PUNTA GORDA Woman in Punta Gorda shooting charged with 2nd degree murder A woman in a homicide investigation on Nasturtium Drive in Punta Gorda has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Lee County mother continuing fight to get children a bus stop The school district already told her she lives too close to the school to qualify for a bus route but she has not given up.
NORTH NAPLES Grant Thornton Invitational returns to Tiburon Golf Club Stars on the PGA and LPGA Tours are back in Southwest Florida for the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club.
FORT MYERS Black Flag brings classic punk energy to The Ranch in Fort Myers Legendary punk band Black Flag made their mark in Southwest Florida during the Fort Myers stop of their “First Four Years” tour.
Charlotte Technical College breaks ground on aviation facility The Charlotte County School District is flying high and keeping its “Space Academy” designation with a new aviation training facility for students.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection with Cape Coral home invasion The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the arrest of one of three men suspected in a home invasion that took place earlier this month.
MGN LEE COUNTY, Fla.- Thursday’s Deal of the Day focused on all the discounts offered to active duty and retired military and veterans. Call for Action called dozens of restaurants, stores and places of entertainment to find out what deals are available to military members and veterans. We found most stores and restaurants offer a 10-percent discount to service members, both active duty and former military. Most locations require the consumer to provide a valid military ID. Below is the list Call for Action compiled. Just remember, the discounts vary by the store or restaurants location, so it is best to ask first. Restaurant Discounts for Military & Veterans: 1. Boston Market: 10% off with military ID 2. Buffalo Wild Wings: 10% off with military ID 3. Chili’s: 15% off 4. CiCi’s Pizza: (Hero Care) $1 off buffet with current ID. Buffet is $7, if you have Hero Care. 5. Culver’s: 5% off 6. Dairy Queen: 50% off your purchase, if in uniform 7. Denny’s: 10% discount with military ID. 8. Firehouse Subs: 10% off with military ID. 9. Hooter’s: Varies by location but most Hooter’s will give a flat 10% off discount to active and retired military personnel. 10. IHOP: 10% off your entire meal when you show your military ID to your IHOP server. 11. Pizza Hut: 10% off your meal. 12. Popeyes: 10% off your meal. 13. Texas Roadhouse: 10% out of uniform. 30% in uniform. Entertainment: 1. Busch Gardens (Tampa, FL) : Under the Waves of Honor program all active duty military are entitled to a free 1-day admission. Also good for up to 3 family members. 2. Disney World: Receive admission on any four days for just $177 plus tax from now through December 20, 2015. Must be purchased before December 17, 2015. 3. Legoland: Active duty gets one free admission and discounts for family members. 4. SeaWorld: Via the Waves of Honor program any U.S. active duty military, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman gets one complimentary admission per year. 5. U.S. National Parks: Free annual pass to all National Parks in the United States. Retail: 1. Advance Auto Parts: 10% off 2. American Eagle Outfitters: Show your military ID and get 10% off your in-store purchase. 3. AutoZone: 10% off your purchase, depends on location. 4. Banana Republic Factory Store: 10% off for veterans every day of the year. 5. Bass Pro Shops: 10% discount with your military ID, excludes some high-priced items. 6. Buckle: 10% off all purchases. 7. Charlotte Russe: 10% discount with ID. 8. Dell Computers: Dell.com offers 10% off. 9. Eddie Bauer: Offers a 10% discount for active and retired military personnel. 10. Finish Line: 10% discount to veterans and active military. 11. Footaction: Veterans and active military can save 20% off with proper ID. 12. Home Depot: All year long military personnel, active or retired, can get a 10% discount. 13. Lowe’s: They give a flat military discount of 10% to all active and retired military personnel. 14. Michaels: Show your military ID at Michaels and get a flat 10% off. 15. Nike Store: Offers a 10% in-store discount to veterans, active service, as well as those in the reserves. 16. Old Navy: 10% off every Monday with your ID. 17. O’Reilly Auto Parts: Offers discount but varies according to product line. 18. Payless Shoes: Shop at any of their retail locations and get a 10% military discount. 19. Pottery Barn: 10% off decorative, lightning, rugs (excludes furniture) 20. Sports Authority: 10% discount with proof of Active or Veteran status. 21. Williams-Sonoma: Flat 10% discount with proper ID or proof of service. 22. Zales Jewelry: 10% off discount for active and retired military.