Matlacha’s power poles find new life after devastating hurricanesPunta Gorda’s Wyvern Hotel staff returns after hurricanes Helene and Milton
MATLACHA Matlacha’s power poles find new life after devastating hurricanes Southwest Florida is all about culture, and on Matlacha, you can tell the culture through the art on the island.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda’s Wyvern Hotel staff returns after hurricanes Helene and Milton After hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated much of the Southwest Florida coast, people lost their way of living.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral city leaders discuss expansion of Cape Coral Parkway Cape Coral City leaders discussed expanding Cape Coral Parkway from four to six lanes in a meeting Wednesday morning.
PUNTA GORDA Crews participate in airplane fire training in Charlotte County Different crews went to Charlotte County to take part in airplane fire training, which is part of a three-day event that helps firefighters prepare for any situation.
Cancer screening with blood test Cancer affects everyone. Either you’ve battled it personally, know someone who has, or have lost a loved one to the disease.
Officer-involved shooting in Charlotte County neighborhood There is a heavy presence of law enforcement in a residential Charlotte County neighborhood after an officer-involved shooting.
PUNTA GORDA FEMA goes door-to-door to help storm victims FEMA lends a hand and offers direction to those in storm-damaged areas.
PORT CHARLOTTE Charlotte County man wins $1 million from $5 scratch-off purchased at Winn Dixie A Charlotte County man has won the top prize from a $5 scratch-off.
Popular Manasota Key restaurants to host reopening, fundraisers this week Jill and Scott Hemmes are back in business. On Oct. 24, they’ll host a soft opening for The Waverly Restaurant & Bar, 2095 N. Beach Road on Manasota Key in Charlotte County, after hurricanes Helene and Milton caused extensive damage to the structure.
FORT MYERS Gulf Coast Symphony to host ‘Music of Harry Potter’ event Muggles, get ready to experience the music of Harry Potter, which is coming to the Music and Arts Community Center in Fort Myers.
Amendment 4: Right to abortion Amendment 4 could be called the most controversial issue Florida voters face: When women in our state can have an abortion.
CAPE CORAL Player of the Week: Cape Coral’s lights-out defense Cape Coral’s defense has proved to be one of southwest Florida’s best this football season, holding opponents to an average of 9.8 PPG.
Miracle Moment: A girl’s courageous battle with cancer A local diner is serving more than pancakes as a local community has banded together to help a teenager battle cancer.
No increased risk of illness in Collier beaches after Hurricane Milton The Collier County Department of Health has deemed all beaches have no increased risk of illness following Hurricane Milton.
PORT CHARLOTTE More drug charges for man accused of shooting in his Charlotte County home The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has added even more narcotics charges against a man accused of shooting into his home during a domestic dispute.
MATLACHA Matlacha’s power poles find new life after devastating hurricanes Southwest Florida is all about culture, and on Matlacha, you can tell the culture through the art on the island.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda’s Wyvern Hotel staff returns after hurricanes Helene and Milton After hurricanes Helene and Milton devastated much of the Southwest Florida coast, people lost their way of living.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral city leaders discuss expansion of Cape Coral Parkway Cape Coral City leaders discussed expanding Cape Coral Parkway from four to six lanes in a meeting Wednesday morning.
PUNTA GORDA Crews participate in airplane fire training in Charlotte County Different crews went to Charlotte County to take part in airplane fire training, which is part of a three-day event that helps firefighters prepare for any situation.
Cancer screening with blood test Cancer affects everyone. Either you’ve battled it personally, know someone who has, or have lost a loved one to the disease.
Officer-involved shooting in Charlotte County neighborhood There is a heavy presence of law enforcement in a residential Charlotte County neighborhood after an officer-involved shooting.
PUNTA GORDA FEMA goes door-to-door to help storm victims FEMA lends a hand and offers direction to those in storm-damaged areas.
PORT CHARLOTTE Charlotte County man wins $1 million from $5 scratch-off purchased at Winn Dixie A Charlotte County man has won the top prize from a $5 scratch-off.
Popular Manasota Key restaurants to host reopening, fundraisers this week Jill and Scott Hemmes are back in business. On Oct. 24, they’ll host a soft opening for The Waverly Restaurant & Bar, 2095 N. Beach Road on Manasota Key in Charlotte County, after hurricanes Helene and Milton caused extensive damage to the structure.
FORT MYERS Gulf Coast Symphony to host ‘Music of Harry Potter’ event Muggles, get ready to experience the music of Harry Potter, which is coming to the Music and Arts Community Center in Fort Myers.
Amendment 4: Right to abortion Amendment 4 could be called the most controversial issue Florida voters face: When women in our state can have an abortion.
CAPE CORAL Player of the Week: Cape Coral’s lights-out defense Cape Coral’s defense has proved to be one of southwest Florida’s best this football season, holding opponents to an average of 9.8 PPG.
Miracle Moment: A girl’s courageous battle with cancer A local diner is serving more than pancakes as a local community has banded together to help a teenager battle cancer.
No increased risk of illness in Collier beaches after Hurricane Milton The Collier County Department of Health has deemed all beaches have no increased risk of illness following Hurricane Milton.
PORT CHARLOTTE More drug charges for man accused of shooting in his Charlotte County home The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has added even more narcotics charges against a man accused of shooting into his home during a domestic dispute.
GIRARD, Ohio (AP) – An Ohio man chose to wear a sign proclaiming he’s a thief rather than go to jail after trying to steal a 52-inch television. Greg Davenport, of Liberty Township, pleaded no contest this month to a theft charge for stealing from a Wal-Mart in the township in December. A judge in Girard gave Davenport, 44, the sentencing option of 30 days in jail or wearing a sign saying, “I am a thief. I stole from WalMart.” Davenport has to wear the sign in front of the store eight hours a day for 10 days of his choosing. Police Chief Richard Tisone said he hopes the sign embarrasses Davenport enough to prevent him from committing the same crime again. “Maybe you can get to their inner side. Maybe they’re a little embarrassed by the fact they have to hold a sign up, so it might affect some of these individuals, so I’m all for it,” he said. Davenport said the sign is better than being in jail, and he just wants to finish his punishment. He said he isn’t embarrassed by the punishment. “I stole, I got punished. That’s it,” he said.