School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 11, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
Second leading cause of chest pain The leading cause of cardiac chest pain is coronary artery disease, which affects over 18 million adults in the United States.
School District denies bus service to student despite mother’s measurements When we think of the bus stop, we typically think of it as a safe place for our children, but one mother says the Lee County School District told her they live too close to the school to get a bus route.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for December 11, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
Second leading cause of chest pain The leading cause of cardiac chest pain is coronary artery disease, which affects over 18 million adults in the United States.
Scott Guttery FORT MYERS, Fla. Former Fort Myers High School boys basketball coach Scott Guttery was hired Wednesday to the same position at Evangelical Christian School. Guttery resigned Tuesday from Fort Myers High amid controversy over a hard foul he delivered on one of his players during a pickup game in May. The player suffered a concussion as a result of the shove, according to his attorney, Sawyer Smith. Guttery will officially hold the title of Director of Sports Management and Basketball Operations starting July 31 at Evangelical, a private school on 8237 Beacon Blvd. in south Fort Myers. “Scott’s passion for impacting the lives of kids, his obvious leadership qualities, and his desire to play a significant role in our school’s growth aligns perfectly with our ongoing strategy for ECS in our community,” said Jeff Blair, Evangelical’s director of development. Guttery called the transition “bittersweet.” “In the midst of that hard trial and time, I got this opportunity to do something special at a new place where I feel valued and wanted,” Guttery said, “and I’m really excited about it.” Smith sent a letter of intent to take legal action to the Lee County school district, though he wouldn’t say whether he still intends to sue. “This was predictable,” Smith said. “When a bully doesn’t get his way, he takes his ball and goes home. Literally.” Smith would have to wait until Nov. 11 — six months after sending the letter — to officially take legal action, under Florida state law. “My client is very much suffering the residual consequences of being severely concussed, and when the six-month clock to sue the school district and Mr. Guttery starts to get to zero, we’ll see what play we run,” Smith said. “After all, my client’s medical bills continue to mount.” Guttery was placed on administrative leave for 49 days and investigated after the hard foul, which was caught on camera. The school district was willing to keep Guttery, but with a written reprimand in his permanent file. “While we are disappointed Mr. Guttery feels it necessary to vacate his position, the facts support our decision,” the district said in a statement. “The bottom line is that it is our responsibility to ensure the safety and well-being of our students.” Guttery criticized the district for its decision regarding the reprimand, as well as the length of time it took for them to come to it. “I was very disappointed with the way the school district handled my entire situation,” he said. “I never felt really supported by the school system.” Courtney Butts, a Fort Myers High teacher and friend of Guttery’s, called the district’s handling of the situation “a complete outrage.” “This district spends so much money EVERY year on recruitment campaigns and fairs when the answer for the dwindling number is simple; SUPPORT YOUR EMPLOYEES,” Butts wrote in a text message.