Crews removing derelict boats from Gilchrist Park33rd endangered Florida panther death of 2024; killed by vehicle in Hardee County
PUNTA GORDA Crews removing derelict boats from Gilchrist Park Crews are working to remove derelict boats from Gilchrist Park after several of them washed ashore during Hurricane Milton in October.
33rd endangered Florida panther death of 2024; killed by vehicle in Hardee County Another Florida panther was killed by a vehicle, this time in Hardee County, increasing the death toll of the endangered species to 33 for 2024.
the weather authority Cool and breezy for your Thursday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cold morning conditions before temperatures warm up to the low 70s this Thursday.
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
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 Milton.
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.
PUNTA GORDA Crews removing derelict boats from Gilchrist Park Crews are working to remove derelict boats from Gilchrist Park after several of them washed ashore during Hurricane Milton in October.
33rd endangered Florida panther death of 2024; killed by vehicle in Hardee County Another Florida panther was killed by a vehicle, this time in Hardee County, increasing the death toll of the endangered species to 33 for 2024.
the weather authority Cool and breezy for your Thursday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cold morning conditions before temperatures warm up to the low 70s this Thursday.
Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast University Students at Florida Gulf Coast University said they don’t know the specifics of a threat made last week, but they do know it was taken care of.
Missing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres Authorities have found a missing and endangered boy in Lehigh Acres. Police asked for the public’s help in locating Zachariah McKelvin.
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 Milton.
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.
Photo via LCSO Nine people were arrested Tuesday in connection with a gang unit investigation, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday. Sheneyder Cadet, 19, Luckson Fremond, 20, Madeline Mevis, 20, Elie St. Felix, 18, Quincy Milce, 24, Willie Monroe, 34, Derek Gallegos, 21, Heather Morrish, 28, and Ted Osne, 26, were arrested in connection with the investigation, according to the sheriff’s office. Elie St. Felix, 18, (Photo via LCSO) Ted Osne, 26 (Photo via LCSO) Heather Morrish, 28 (Photo via LCSO) Willie Monroe, 34 (Photo via LCSO) Quincy Milce, 24 (Photo via LCSO) Madeline Mevis, 20 (Photo via LCSO) Derek Gallegos, 21 (Photo via LCSO) Luckson Fremond, 20 (Photo via LCSO) Sheneyder Cadet, 19 (Photo via LCSO) The sheriff’s office was investigating ZOE Pound, an area street gang accused of selling narcotics and associated with firearms within the Pine Manor community of Lee County, according to an investigation. Detectives infiltrated the gang to purchase heroin and powdered cocaine from several members, as well as locating several areas members would allegedly use to sell the narcotics. Detectives also purchased 13 controlled narcotics from seven different people. Detectives then executed warrants Tuesday to several locations and conducted arrests at the end of a six-month-long investigation: Motel 6 on 3550 Marinatown Lane in North Fort Myers 5440 Second Ave. in Fort Myers 5463 Fourth Ave. in Fort Myers 3742 Central Ave. in Fort Myers After executing the warrants, detectives seized the following items totaling approximately $7,500: 230.8 grams of marijuana 17 grams of powder cocaine 10 grams of crack cocaine 11.4 grams of heroin 2 grams of meth 8.8 grams of Adderall pills 11 grams of Xanax pills Rugar LCP .380 firearm Jimenez Arms .380 firearm Mossberg .22 rifle Taurus .38 special Desert Eagle firearm Glock 19 firearm with 30 round extended magazine, attached with a laser site and tactical light. Bullet Proof vest Undersheriff Carmine Marcino praised the work of the sheriff’s office’s detectives as they combat the opioid crisis. “This once again demonstrates the diligent work by the men and women at the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. Getting illegal drugs off the streets is a priority as we combat the opioid epidemic,” Marceno said in a statement. “We will continue to do everything possible to ensure the safety of our community and residents.” Photo via LCSO Photo via LCSO Photo via LCSO Photo via LCSO