Annual World Autism Awareness Day

FORT MYERS, Fla. – Tuesday is the twelfth Annual World Autism Awareness Day and while the developmental disorder still poses many mysteries to science, new studies show we’re moving forward with research, treatment and awareness. Dr. Annette St. Pierre-Mackoul discussed the new findings.

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FEMA gives Lee County another flood insurance discount deadline extension

FEMA is giving Lee County another deadline extension to fix the flood insurance discount issues.

Helping Florida’s threatened shorebird population during nesting season

Southwest Florida locals can help protect shorebirds thanks to a new and innovative method.

Local Jewish communities prepare for Passover amid FBI threat warnings

As Jewish communities worldwide gear up to celebrate Passover starting Monday, the FBI has issued warnings about potential threats, heightening concerns for many, including those in Southwest Florida.

Former Gators QB Danny Wuerffel competes at US Open Pickleball Championships

Former Gators QB and Heisman winner Danny Wuerffel makes his US Open Pickleball Championships debut.

Apple and Pickleball team up to study health benefits

The meteoric rise of pickleball is getting attention from the medical community. It was first adopted by older Americans looking for a social sport to get them moving. Now Apple is studying its health analytics.