Arcadia residents reflect on Hurricane Ian over 2 years laterMore businesses heading to Lehigh Acres, including Chipotle and Chick-fil-A
ARCADIA Arcadia residents reflect on Hurricane Ian over 2 years later People in Arcadia survived Helene and Milton with minor impacts, but their Ian story is one that doesn’t get told often or enough.
LEHIGH ACRES More businesses heading to Lehigh Acres, including Chipotle and Chick-fil-A New developments are coming to Lehigh Acres, including numerous restaurants like Panda Express and Zaxby’s.
Former Make-a-Wish recipient gives back to SWFL community From wish kid to wish giver a local college student is turning a life-changing experience into a mission to give back.
FORT MYERS BEACH People spend holiday break on Fort Myers Beach For those who decided to stay in Southwest Florida during the holidays, they had one thing in mind: the beach.
FORT MYERS Innovative thumb joint replacement surgery Similar to getting a new knee or hip to relieve severe arthritis, a growing number of people are getting a thumb joint replacement.
FORT MYERS BEACH Bonita Bills restaurant closing after 30+ years of service Bonita Bill’s will be closing its doors after 30+ years of service.
FORT MYERS BEACH 2 juveniles, 1 man accused of armed robbery, fleeing from Lee County deputies Two juveniles and one man have been arrested after allegedly robbing a victim at gunpoint and then fleeing from Lee County deputies.
cape coral 19-year-old Cape Coral man accused of attempted car burglary on Christmas Eve The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man accused of attempting to steal a car on Christmas Eve.
RSW braces for post-holiday travel Now that the holidays have passed for many, the return to normalcy has begun as Southwest Florida International Airport prepares for a large influx of travelers.
wink news Mega Millions jackpot surges over $1B; next drawing set for Friday The elusive Mega Millions jackpot has evaded players this holiday season as the prize money has ballooned to $1.15 billion.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Warmer temperatures and isolated showers for your Thursday plans The Weather Authority is tracking warmer temperatures along with isolated showers expected throughout this Thursday afternoon.
PORT CHARLOTTE Families visit Santa’s Village in Port Charlotte for Christmas The holiday magic is in full swing at Santa’s Village. There are holiday lights, food, and plenty of families making some holiday memories.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Animal Shelter volunteers distribute gifts to cats and dogs Christmas is meant to be merry, but for dogs and cats waiting for their forever homes it can be anything but.
NAPLES Dozens volunteer to feed over 500 people at St. Matthew’s House The St. Matthews House fed nearly 500 people hot and traditional holiday meals at their Naples shelter on Wednesday.
CAPE CORAL Project Siren; Cape Coral chaplain praying for first responders The sound of sirens, life and death hang in the balance. A cape coral chaplain bows his head and says a prayer.
ARCADIA Arcadia residents reflect on Hurricane Ian over 2 years later People in Arcadia survived Helene and Milton with minor impacts, but their Ian story is one that doesn’t get told often or enough.
LEHIGH ACRES More businesses heading to Lehigh Acres, including Chipotle and Chick-fil-A New developments are coming to Lehigh Acres, including numerous restaurants like Panda Express and Zaxby’s.
Former Make-a-Wish recipient gives back to SWFL community From wish kid to wish giver a local college student is turning a life-changing experience into a mission to give back.
FORT MYERS BEACH People spend holiday break on Fort Myers Beach For those who decided to stay in Southwest Florida during the holidays, they had one thing in mind: the beach.
FORT MYERS Innovative thumb joint replacement surgery Similar to getting a new knee or hip to relieve severe arthritis, a growing number of people are getting a thumb joint replacement.
FORT MYERS BEACH Bonita Bills restaurant closing after 30+ years of service Bonita Bill’s will be closing its doors after 30+ years of service.
FORT MYERS BEACH 2 juveniles, 1 man accused of armed robbery, fleeing from Lee County deputies Two juveniles and one man have been arrested after allegedly robbing a victim at gunpoint and then fleeing from Lee County deputies.
cape coral 19-year-old Cape Coral man accused of attempted car burglary on Christmas Eve The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man accused of attempting to steal a car on Christmas Eve.
RSW braces for post-holiday travel Now that the holidays have passed for many, the return to normalcy has begun as Southwest Florida International Airport prepares for a large influx of travelers.
wink news Mega Millions jackpot surges over $1B; next drawing set for Friday The elusive Mega Millions jackpot has evaded players this holiday season as the prize money has ballooned to $1.15 billion.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Warmer temperatures and isolated showers for your Thursday plans The Weather Authority is tracking warmer temperatures along with isolated showers expected throughout this Thursday afternoon.
PORT CHARLOTTE Families visit Santa’s Village in Port Charlotte for Christmas The holiday magic is in full swing at Santa’s Village. There are holiday lights, food, and plenty of families making some holiday memories.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Animal Shelter volunteers distribute gifts to cats and dogs Christmas is meant to be merry, but for dogs and cats waiting for their forever homes it can be anything but.
NAPLES Dozens volunteer to feed over 500 people at St. Matthew’s House The St. Matthews House fed nearly 500 people hot and traditional holiday meals at their Naples shelter on Wednesday.
CAPE CORAL Project Siren; Cape Coral chaplain praying for first responders The sound of sirens, life and death hang in the balance. A cape coral chaplain bows his head and says a prayer.
MGN Online DAVIE, Fla. (AP) – The first step in the Miami Dolphins’ latest round of offseason changes was settled quickly Monday, when Chris Grier’s promotion to general manager was finalized. His first task: Help the Dolphins find a coach. With Grier in place, the biggest order of Dolphins’ offseason business – finding a coach – can now get under way. Super Bowl winner Mike Shanahan will interview Tuesday for the job, Chicago offensive coordinator Adam Gase is expected to be a top candidate and many players are clamoring for interim coach Dan Campbell to be back. “The past decade has been unacceptable for this organization,” Grier said. “The talk of dysfunction within this organization is over.” Grier just completed his 16th season with the Dolphins, the past nine of those as their director of college scouting. The Dolphins won a playoff game in his first year with the team, and haven’t had a single postseason victory since. They went 6-10 this season, finishing last in the AFC East and falling well short of the team’s expectations. “We need to take a long, honest sober view of what needs to be fixed,” said Dolphins executive vice president of football operations Mike Tannenbaum, who will oversee the coaching search and make a recommendation to owner Stephen Ross on who to ultimately hire. Tannenbaum will also oversee Grier, the replacement for Dennis Hickey – whose two-year stint as GM ended Saturday night. Grier will be part of the small group involved in interviewing coaching candidates. “No stone will be unturned,” Tannenbaum said. “We owe it to the fans. We owe it to Steve.” It’s not just a coaching move that needs to happen. Going 1-5 in the AFC East and with a penchant for starting slow in most games, the Dolphins know there’s plenty of areas that need upgrading on the field. So when players packed up their belongings Monday, many were doing it at the Dolphins’ facility for the final time. They stuffed shirts and shoes in clear plastic bags, handed in playbooks and iPads and filled out the team’s postseason surveys – among the questions, why they thought a roster with so much talent couldn’t make the playoffs – Monday morning. Some players met with Campbell, before starting an offseason vacation that came way too early for the Dolphins’ liking. “I’ve been here four years and seen too many changes,” wide receiver Rishard Matthews, who wants Campbell to return, said in a quiet locker room Monday. “As players, we’ve got to get it done.” Grier started with the Dolphins in 2000 as a scout, the same role he had for five seasons with the New England Patriots before coming to Miami. The Dolphins promoted him to national scout in 2003. He’s the brother of former NHL player Mike Grier and the son of longtime NFL executive Bobby Grier. When the Patriots let his father go in 2000, they also allowed Grier to pursue other opportunities – which led him to Miami. Grier has had interest from other GM-seeking clubs in the past, the New York Jets and Philadelphia Eagles among them. And he’s not exactly inheriting an easy job in Miami. “We will earn your trust back, both on and off the field,” Grier said. The Dolphins are one of only six teams who haven’t won a playoff game in the past 15 seasons, a list that includes Kansas City and Cincinnati – two clubs that are in this year’s postseason field and have a chance to end their droughts. Other than the Chiefs, Bengals and Dolphins, the other three teams who have gone without playoff wins in that span are Buffalo, Detroit and Cleveland. Miami hasn’t even made the playoffs since 2008, and Tannenbaum acknowledged he feels daily pressure for the Dolphins to finally get things right. “I gave up everything to come down here,” Tannenbaum said. “I’ve been to three championship games. It’s really not about me, but I came here to win a championship. I’ve accomplished everything in my career except get a ring. “I’ve got two kids and the Miami Dolphins. That’s all I’ve got. I’m a real simple person. And we’re either going to win or I’m going to die trying.”