Collier County beachgoers react to Gulf of America name changeEnglewood Beach’s closure impacts local economy; businesses seek answers
Collier County beachgoers react to Gulf of America name change The Gulf of Mexico has been officially renamed the “Gulf of America” following an executive order signed by former President Donald Trump.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood Beach’s closure impacts local economy; businesses seek answers Business owners on Englewood Beach are growing increasingly anxious as they await the reopening of the beach, which has been closed since hurricanes Helene and Milton.
FORT MYERS BEACH Food truck park proposal on Estero Blvd divides Fort Myers Beach locals The Fort Myers Beach Local Planning Agency recently voted on whether to transform a vacant lot on Estero Boulevard into a food truck park.
CCSO works with ICE to catch suspects in Southwest Florida State lawmakers are working on a new immigration bill. Here in Southwest Florida, one county has been following strict guidelines on illegal immigration for quite some time.
Burn ban in effect for Collier County The Board of County Commissioners has authorized a burn ban in Collier County.
FGCU FGCU’s Zavian McLean shares student athlete experience with podcast FGCU men’s basketball guard Zavian McLean shares what its like to be a Division I student athlete in his podcast “Truey Talks.”
Locals react to egg price increase Egg prices continue to soar. In fact, prices have gone up about 37% from where they were just one year ago, and the pricing and supply issues have started to impact Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Trump’s executive order on straws stirs debate in Fort Myers Beach President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order to bring back plastic straws, reversing a previous plan to reduce plastic reliance in the federal government.
Charlotte County official’s usage of racial slur prompts calls for resignation Charlotte County Commissioner Stephen Deutsch is under scrutiny after a complaint surfaced last week alleging he used the N-word during a work meeting.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral woman finds hope with new ALS drug A breakthrough discovery of a drug offers new hope for patients with a genetic form of the disease.
Elevate Florida program to help homeowners strengthen properties against storms The Florida Dept. of Emergency Management announced the launch of its new “Elevate Florida” residential mitigation program.
Planning and Zoning Board approves proposed West County area development Homebuilder Maronda Homes received approval Feb. 10 from the Charlotte County Planning and Zoning Board to amend a previously approved development on 1,174 acres in the area of South Gulf Cove.
LEHIGH ACRES 3 charged for major theft organization targeting luxury vehicles Three men, one from Lehigh Acres, has been charged for their role in a major theft organization targeting luxury vehicles.
port charlotte Man arrested for DUI after slamming into Port Charlotte home’s garage The North Port Police Department has arrested a man accused of DUI and crashing into a Port Charlotte home’s garage.
CAPE CORAL New information on nurse accused of starving premature baby New information has been released about what happened behind closed doors when a nurse allegedly starved a premature baby.
Collier County beachgoers react to Gulf of America name change The Gulf of Mexico has been officially renamed the “Gulf of America” following an executive order signed by former President Donald Trump.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood Beach’s closure impacts local economy; businesses seek answers Business owners on Englewood Beach are growing increasingly anxious as they await the reopening of the beach, which has been closed since hurricanes Helene and Milton.
FORT MYERS BEACH Food truck park proposal on Estero Blvd divides Fort Myers Beach locals The Fort Myers Beach Local Planning Agency recently voted on whether to transform a vacant lot on Estero Boulevard into a food truck park.
CCSO works with ICE to catch suspects in Southwest Florida State lawmakers are working on a new immigration bill. Here in Southwest Florida, one county has been following strict guidelines on illegal immigration for quite some time.
Burn ban in effect for Collier County The Board of County Commissioners has authorized a burn ban in Collier County.
FGCU FGCU’s Zavian McLean shares student athlete experience with podcast FGCU men’s basketball guard Zavian McLean shares what its like to be a Division I student athlete in his podcast “Truey Talks.”
Locals react to egg price increase Egg prices continue to soar. In fact, prices have gone up about 37% from where they were just one year ago, and the pricing and supply issues have started to impact Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Trump’s executive order on straws stirs debate in Fort Myers Beach President Donald Trump recently signed an executive order to bring back plastic straws, reversing a previous plan to reduce plastic reliance in the federal government.
Charlotte County official’s usage of racial slur prompts calls for resignation Charlotte County Commissioner Stephen Deutsch is under scrutiny after a complaint surfaced last week alleging he used the N-word during a work meeting.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral woman finds hope with new ALS drug A breakthrough discovery of a drug offers new hope for patients with a genetic form of the disease.
Elevate Florida program to help homeowners strengthen properties against storms The Florida Dept. of Emergency Management announced the launch of its new “Elevate Florida” residential mitigation program.
Planning and Zoning Board approves proposed West County area development Homebuilder Maronda Homes received approval Feb. 10 from the Charlotte County Planning and Zoning Board to amend a previously approved development on 1,174 acres in the area of South Gulf Cove.
LEHIGH ACRES 3 charged for major theft organization targeting luxury vehicles Three men, one from Lehigh Acres, has been charged for their role in a major theft organization targeting luxury vehicles.
port charlotte Man arrested for DUI after slamming into Port Charlotte home’s garage The North Port Police Department has arrested a man accused of DUI and crashing into a Port Charlotte home’s garage.
CAPE CORAL New information on nurse accused of starving premature baby New information has been released about what happened behind closed doors when a nurse allegedly starved a premature baby.
Photo: Pixabay/ MGN Fireworks, live bands, food, ball drops and party cruises. Southwest Florida residents can ring in the new year with family and friends at the following locations: Fort Myers Fort Myers New Year’s Eve Countdown Free to attend. Event takes place from 8 p.m. Sunday to 1 a.m. Monday at City of Fort Myers Yacht Basin on 1300 Lee St, Fort Myers. 2018 New Year’s Eve Fireworks at Ft. Myers Pier – From 10:45 p.m. Sunday to 1:30 p.m. Monday at Lovers Key Boat Ramp in Bonita Springs, Florida. NYE 2018 Downtown Fort Myers Block Party- Hendry St Stage – From 8 p.m. Sunday to 12 p.m. Monday at Downtown Fort Myers on 2125 1st Street, Fort Myers. New Years Eve Celebration at the Firestone – From 4 p.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. Monday at The Firestone Grill Room, Martini Bar & Skybar on 2224 Bay Street, Fort Myers. New Years Eve with Smack Daddy – From 9 p.m. Sunday to 12 a.m. Monday at Downtown Fort Myers on 2125 1st St, Fort Myers. NYE Bash in the Island View – From 5 p.m. Sunday to 12 a.m. Monday at Lani Kai Island Resort on 1400 Estero Blvd, Fort Myers Beach. New Year’s Eve – From 8 p.m. Sunday to 12 a.m. Monday at River District Alliance on 1st and Hendry St, Fort Myers. New Years Eve at Downtown Social House – From 4 p.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. Monday at Downtown Social House on 1406 Hendry Street, Fort Myers. Society’s New Year’s Eve Extravaganza – From 9:30 p.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. Monday at Society on 13499 Bell Tower Dr, Suite E-518, Fort Myers. Naples Naples New Year’s Eve Fireworks – Free to attend. Fire works begin at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at the City Naples Pier. Naples New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise – From 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Sunday at Pure Florida on 1200 5th Ave South, Naples. Diamonds in the SKY New Year’s Eve! 2018 – From 8 p.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. Monday at Blue Martini Naples on 9114 Strada Pl, Suite 12105, Naples. 2018 New Years Eve Fireworks Cruise – From 6:15 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday at Cocohatchee River Park, Naples. New Year’s Eve at The Wine Loft – Even begins at 8:30 p.m. Sunday at The Wine Loft of Naples on 9118 Strada Place, Suite 8150, Naples. NYE Masquerade Ball – From 7 p.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. Monday at The Pub Naples on 9118 Strada Pl, Naples. Punta Gorda Harpoon Harry’s NYE Disco Dance Party 2018 – From 8 p.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. Monday at Harpoon Harry’s Restaurant and Sports Bar on 1200 W Retta Esplanade, Suite 55, Punta Gorda. New Year’s Eve Celebration and Fireworks Display – from 5 p.m. Sunday to 11:59 p.m. at Fishermen’s Village on 1200 W Retta Esplanade, Punta Gorda. Cape Coral New Years Eve BBQ Day Party – Begins at 2 p.m. Sunday at Sinful Passions Tattoos on 231 Del Prado Blvd S. Unit #3, Cape Coral. Bonita Springs New Year’s Eve Grand Buffet – From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa on 5001 Coconut Road, Bonita Springs. All events posted in this report were found on Facebook.