Bishop Verot onto first state semifinals in nearly a decadePaul Fleming expanding Lake Park Diner, PJK restaurant concepts
FORT MYERS Bishop Verot onto first state semifinals in nearly a decade A trip to the FHSAA State Semifinals has been a long time coming for the Bishop Verot Vikings who have not been since 2016.
Paul Fleming expanding Lake Park Diner, PJK restaurant concepts Lake Park Diner co-owners Smith Organics and Paul Fleming Restaurant Group anticipate 50 locations of what will be a Naples-based chain.
New construction, business growth continues near Punta Gorda Airport Development surrounding the Punta Gorda Airport continues to grow with 2.5 million square feet already developed and 1.5 million square feet planned, according to Charlotte County Economic Development Director Dave Gammon.
AREA SHELTERS AND REFUGES OF LAST RESORT CHARLOTTE COUNTY Emergency Operations Center (941) 833-4000 charlottecountyfl.gov/departments/public-safety/emergency-management/ PLEASE NOTE: Do not depend on a particular shelter or refuge. Sites may, or may not, be opened depending on the size of the storm and the predicted landfall area. *All Charlotte County shelters are pet-friendly. PORT CHARLOTTE Harold Avenue Regional Park Recreation Center, 23400 Harold Ave. […]
After the Storm Though the storm may have passed, many dangers can remain in its wake. During this clean-up and repair period, your primary focus should be on keeping yourself safe, as well as ensuring that your family, friends, neighbors and emergency workers also remain safe.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Precautionary boil water notice lifted in South Fort Myers A three-day-long precautionary boil water notice impacting hundreds of people in South Fort Myers has been lifted.
FLORIDA Study lists Florida as deadliest state for cyclists Cyclists in Florida are in more danger than in any other state, amassing nearly 50 more deadly crashes involving a cyclist than the second-highest rated state of California, a new study revealed.
FORT MYERS Challenger Boulevard closures for roundabout construction work in Fort Myers Beginning Monday, City of Fort Myers contractors will close Challenger Boulevard west of Winkler Avenue to construct a roundabout.
Collier County seeks workforce housing proposals Collier County is seeking developers’ proposals for multifamily developments with affordable and workforce housing that can be considered for local and state funding.
FORT MYERS Friday’s Furry Friends: Charlie, Taz Man For this week’s Friday’s Furry Friends, WINK visits the Gulf Coast Humane Society to showcase two adorable animals ready to be adopted.
ALVA Blue-green algae health alert lifted at Alva Boat Ramp Authorities are lifting the health alert for blue-green algae in the Caloosahatchee River near the Avla Boat Ramp.
PORT CHARLOTTE Man tased at Charlotte High graduation after causing disturbance A man was stunned with a Taser and arrested after allegedly disrupting a graduation for Charlotte High School.
Lehigh Acres gunman who tried to break into home still on the run An unidentified gunman remains on the run following a shooting Wednesday at the Jim Fleming Ecological Park in Lehigh Acres.
the weather authority Feeling hotter for your Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hot Friday, with “feels like” temperatures ranging from 100° to 105° for most of Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Bishop Verot onto first state semifinals in nearly a decade A trip to the FHSAA State Semifinals has been a long time coming for the Bishop Verot Vikings who have not been since 2016.
Paul Fleming expanding Lake Park Diner, PJK restaurant concepts Lake Park Diner co-owners Smith Organics and Paul Fleming Restaurant Group anticipate 50 locations of what will be a Naples-based chain.
New construction, business growth continues near Punta Gorda Airport Development surrounding the Punta Gorda Airport continues to grow with 2.5 million square feet already developed and 1.5 million square feet planned, according to Charlotte County Economic Development Director Dave Gammon.
AREA SHELTERS AND REFUGES OF LAST RESORT CHARLOTTE COUNTY Emergency Operations Center (941) 833-4000 charlottecountyfl.gov/departments/public-safety/emergency-management/ PLEASE NOTE: Do not depend on a particular shelter or refuge. Sites may, or may not, be opened depending on the size of the storm and the predicted landfall area. *All Charlotte County shelters are pet-friendly. PORT CHARLOTTE Harold Avenue Regional Park Recreation Center, 23400 Harold Ave. […]
After the Storm Though the storm may have passed, many dangers can remain in its wake. During this clean-up and repair period, your primary focus should be on keeping yourself safe, as well as ensuring that your family, friends, neighbors and emergency workers also remain safe.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Precautionary boil water notice lifted in South Fort Myers A three-day-long precautionary boil water notice impacting hundreds of people in South Fort Myers has been lifted.
FLORIDA Study lists Florida as deadliest state for cyclists Cyclists in Florida are in more danger than in any other state, amassing nearly 50 more deadly crashes involving a cyclist than the second-highest rated state of California, a new study revealed.
FORT MYERS Challenger Boulevard closures for roundabout construction work in Fort Myers Beginning Monday, City of Fort Myers contractors will close Challenger Boulevard west of Winkler Avenue to construct a roundabout.
Collier County seeks workforce housing proposals Collier County is seeking developers’ proposals for multifamily developments with affordable and workforce housing that can be considered for local and state funding.
FORT MYERS Friday’s Furry Friends: Charlie, Taz Man For this week’s Friday’s Furry Friends, WINK visits the Gulf Coast Humane Society to showcase two adorable animals ready to be adopted.
ALVA Blue-green algae health alert lifted at Alva Boat Ramp Authorities are lifting the health alert for blue-green algae in the Caloosahatchee River near the Avla Boat Ramp.
PORT CHARLOTTE Man tased at Charlotte High graduation after causing disturbance A man was stunned with a Taser and arrested after allegedly disrupting a graduation for Charlotte High School.
Lehigh Acres gunman who tried to break into home still on the run An unidentified gunman remains on the run following a shooting Wednesday at the Jim Fleming Ecological Park in Lehigh Acres.
the weather authority Feeling hotter for your Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hot Friday, with “feels like” temperatures ranging from 100° to 105° for most of Southwest Florida.
MGN CONCORD, N.H. (AP) – Senate Democrats increased the pressure on their Republican colleagues to consider President Barack Obama’s Supreme Court nominee, with New Hampshire Sen. Jeanne Shaheen insisting that it’s time for lawmakers to “get on with it” and do their jobs. Outside the federal courthouse in the state capital and inside Senate offices in the U.S. Capitol, Democrats on Wednesday dismissed the GOP argument that Obama’s successor should fill the vacancy after the American voters have a say in November elections. Earlier this month, the president nominated federal appeals court judge Merrick Garland to replace the late Justice Antonin Scalia, who died Feb. 13. “The idea that we should not do this in an election year is just something that’s been made up for partisan reasons,” said Shaheen, who called Republican leadership’s refusal to hold a hearing or vote on Garland’s nomination a “response to the most extreme voices that we’re hearing in the country right now.” In Washington, Garland traveled to the Capitol to meet with two Democratic senators – Kirsten Gillibrand of New York and Al Franken of Minnesota. Although the Senate was on recess, the White House and Democrats were using every opportunity to make their case for action on Garland’s nomination. Among the Senate’s 54 Republicans, Sens. Mark Kirk of Illinois, who met Garland on Tuesday, Susan Collins of Maine and Jerry Moran of Kansas have expressed support for a hearing and openness to a vote. “I hope other Republican colleagues follow their lead,” Gillibrand said. “They are doing the right thing and they should hopefully convince colleagues to also do the right thing.” At least 15 Republicans have said they are willing to meet with Garland but remain steadfast in their opposition to hearings and a vote. Shaheen largely avoided direct criticism of fellow New Hampshire Sen. Kelly Ayotte, a vulnerable Republican locked in one of the Senate’s most high-profile races against popular Democratic Gov. Maggie Hassan. Shaheen said the two haven’t spoken directly about Garland’s nomination, but she did say election-year politics are no excuse to keep the court seat vacant. That vacancy loomed large on Tuesday when the high court deadlocked 4-4 on a labor case that proved to be a major victory for unions. Ayotte plans to meet with Garland after initially saying she would not, but she has not called for hearings. “When we took the oath of office it didn’t say ‘I will defend and protect the Constitution in only non-election years,'” Shaheen said. “Should we say anytime there’s an election year for a senator we’re not supposed to act on votes that may be controversial?” In response, Liz Johnson, a spokeswoman for Ayotte, said the court seat is a “lifetime appointment that will have a significant impact on our country for years to come, and while Kelly has said she will meet with the nominee out of courtesy and respect, she continues to believe the people should have a voice in the direction of the court.” On Capitol Hill, Franken challenged that logic. “I’m hearing certain things come from Republican senators that are contradictory,” he told reporters after meeting with Garland. “They say, ‘well they want the American people to decide.’ The American people have decided. They voted for President Obama twice, and scientists tell us we have 10 months left in his term.” Shaheen was joined by former New Hampshire Supreme Court Justice John Broderick, a well-known Democrat, who called it unnecessary to leave a court seat vacant until after the election. She said her remarks are “aimed at everybody who is refusing to consider a nominee in an election year,” and specifically targeted Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., and Sen. Chuck Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Judiciary Committee.