FORT MYERS, Fla. — Last month, the Drug Enforcement Administration announced the substance known as Kratom will become illegal on Sept. 30.
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How to become a “Super Ager”
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Florida man accused of illegally trapping birds in cages
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) apprehended a Florida Keys man for illegally trapping birds in cages.

Southwest Florida arcades accused of having illegal slot machines: Here’s the list
At least 20 adult arcades throughout Southwest Florida are accused of operating illegal slot machines.

Dr. Aysegul Timur set to become FGCU’s first female president
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Naples man killed in crash with pickup truck on Immokalee Rd.
A Naples man is dead after a crash with a pickup truck on Immokalee Road in Collier County.

Gas leak closes SR-31 off Palm Beach Blvd. by Fort Myers Shores
Gas is spewing from a broken line on State Road 31 off Palm Beach Boulevard, closing SR-31 traffic in both directions.

Morning showers transition into Wednesday afternoon storms
Showers and storms are expected to begin in the mid-morning, particularly to the south in Collier County, before continuing to develop up along the coast into Lee County by the late morning. Storms will continue on and off until the late afternoon.