Bonita Springs’ Angelina’s makes top 100 romantic restaurants listDEA and SWAT raid Cape Coral home, leaving community in suspense
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs’ Angelina’s makes top 100 romantic restaurants list Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and one of SWFL’s beloved eateries has made the nation’s top 100 list of romantic restaurants.
CAPE CORAL DEA and SWAT raid Cape Coral home, leaving community in suspense Neighbors in Cape Coral were startled by the sound of sirens as DEA agents and SWAT teams conducted a raid on a home.
WASHINGTON Jet collides with helicopter near Reagan National Airport A passenger jet collided with a helicopter while landing near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
FORT MYERS Matterhorn Fit opens in Fort Myers Two former FGCU athletes combined their love of movement with entrepreneurship and opened the first Matterhorn Fit franchise in Fort Myers.
Exclusive: Charlotte County Sheriff speaks out on federal immigration laws The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office made it clear that it will follow any state or federal immigration laws.
Trooper’s Law: Protecting pets during natural disasters Seeing a dog with a wagging tail will make just about anybody smile, but this pup named Trooper wasn’t always so carefree.
FORT MYERS Gov. DeSantis holds roundtable in Fort Myers Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a roundtable discussion in Fort Myers.
Immigration order prompts concern among Lee County parents Lee County parents are preparing for potential impacts on local schools following President Trump’s executive order on immigration.
Sarasota’s Mote Marine unveils tech to fight harmful red tide blooms Researchers showcased innovative tools to combat red tide at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota. These advancements aim to address the harmful algal blooms affecting Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers community voices concerns over possible Verizon pole Verizon plans to install a 47-foot pole at the intersection of McGregor Boulevard and Clifford Street sparking concern amongst residents.
PORT CHARLOTTE Family of Charlotte County shooting victim speaks out A family in Port Charlotte is grappling with tragedy after deputies say Jhesandra Prestol was shot and killed by her husband, Rogelio Prestol.
The Tale of Toot: A stuffed animal rescue at RSW A missing stuffed animal sparked an unusual rescue mission at Southwest Florida International Airport.
FGCU FGCU pitcher shares his passion for photography FGCU pitcher Chase Kriebel developed a passion for photography while he recovered from Tommy John surgery in high school.
NORTH FORT MYERS Law enforcement raids home in North Fort Myers Law enforcement conducted a raid on Wednesday at a home on Everson Miles Circle in North Fort Myers.
New school times in Lee County may ease bus driver shortage The Lee County School Board proposed a plan to address its bus driver shortage by adjusting school start and end times.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs’ Angelina’s makes top 100 romantic restaurants list Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and one of SWFL’s beloved eateries has made the nation’s top 100 list of romantic restaurants.
CAPE CORAL DEA and SWAT raid Cape Coral home, leaving community in suspense Neighbors in Cape Coral were startled by the sound of sirens as DEA agents and SWAT teams conducted a raid on a home.
WASHINGTON Jet collides with helicopter near Reagan National Airport A passenger jet collided with a helicopter while landing near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, according to the Federal Aviation Administration.
FORT MYERS Matterhorn Fit opens in Fort Myers Two former FGCU athletes combined their love of movement with entrepreneurship and opened the first Matterhorn Fit franchise in Fort Myers.
Exclusive: Charlotte County Sheriff speaks out on federal immigration laws The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office made it clear that it will follow any state or federal immigration laws.
Trooper’s Law: Protecting pets during natural disasters Seeing a dog with a wagging tail will make just about anybody smile, but this pup named Trooper wasn’t always so carefree.
FORT MYERS Gov. DeSantis holds roundtable in Fort Myers Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a roundtable discussion in Fort Myers.
Immigration order prompts concern among Lee County parents Lee County parents are preparing for potential impacts on local schools following President Trump’s executive order on immigration.
Sarasota’s Mote Marine unveils tech to fight harmful red tide blooms Researchers showcased innovative tools to combat red tide at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota. These advancements aim to address the harmful algal blooms affecting Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers community voices concerns over possible Verizon pole Verizon plans to install a 47-foot pole at the intersection of McGregor Boulevard and Clifford Street sparking concern amongst residents.
PORT CHARLOTTE Family of Charlotte County shooting victim speaks out A family in Port Charlotte is grappling with tragedy after deputies say Jhesandra Prestol was shot and killed by her husband, Rogelio Prestol.
The Tale of Toot: A stuffed animal rescue at RSW A missing stuffed animal sparked an unusual rescue mission at Southwest Florida International Airport.
FGCU FGCU pitcher shares his passion for photography FGCU pitcher Chase Kriebel developed a passion for photography while he recovered from Tommy John surgery in high school.
NORTH FORT MYERS Law enforcement raids home in North Fort Myers Law enforcement conducted a raid on Wednesday at a home on Everson Miles Circle in North Fort Myers.
New school times in Lee County may ease bus driver shortage The Lee County School Board proposed a plan to address its bus driver shortage by adjusting school start and end times.
Sandbags being filled in Highlands County ahead of Tropical Storm Dorian. Aug. 27, 2019 (Highlands County Sheriff’s Office) LEE COUNTY FORT MYERS The South Trail Fire Department will be distributing sand and sandbags at Riverside Church at 8660 Daniels Parkway starting around 1:45 p.m. Thursday and continuing until they run out. #BREAKING – if you need sand or sandbags in Lee County, this is where to get it starting this afternoon. @winknews #Dorian #hurricane pic.twitter.com/GBhjJ1hJGA — Channing Frampton (@Channing_TV) August 29, 2019 The San Carlos Park Fire District is also supplying a limited number of sandbags. They are available for pickup at Station 51 located at 8013 Sanibel Blvd. There is a limit of 15 bags per person and they are only available to residents of the San Carlos Park Fire District with valid ID. Please be prepared to fill your own bags. BONITA SPRINGS The Bonita Springs Fire Station Four is currently out of sandbags, but say they still have plenty of sand. You will just have to make sure you bring your own bags to fill. Sand is located at 27701 Bonita Grande Drive, Bonita Springs, 34135. Enter through the front doors of the Station between the hours of 8AM-5PM; see map. Enter through the Station’s Bay if you arrive after 5 p.m. see map. Shovels will be provided at the sand pile; it is wise to bring your own in case ours are in use when you arrive. The sand is self-serve; you will need to fill your own bags. BOKEELIA The Matlacha/Pine Island Fire Control District is offering sandbags at 5700 Pine Island Road, Bokeelia, FL 33922 (Fire Station #1) Sandbags are limited to 15 per Matlacha/Pine Island residents with valid ID. You WILL need to show proof of residence. Shovels will be provided at the sand pile, but they advise bringing your own in case all of the shovels are in use when you arrive. The sand IS self-serve and you will need to fill your own bags. ESTERO Sand is now available at Station 43 located at 21500 Three Oaks Parkway. Bring your own bags. Limit of 15 bags per person, open to residents of the Estero Fire District. Please be prepared to fill your own bags. CHARLOTTE COUNTY PUNTA GORDA Sand bags (a limit of 10 bags per City of Punta Gorda resident) are available to be filled at Hounds on Henry. — City of Punta Gorda (@PuntaGorda_FL) August 29, 2019 DESOTO COUNTY A limited number of sandbags are available for pickup at the Road and Bridge Office located at 1894 NE McKay Street in Arcadia until 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday from 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. County officials say you are encourage to bring your own bags to fill as well. There is a 10 bag limit per household. For more information, call 863-993-4821. HIGHLANDS COUNTY Officials in Highlands County already have preparations underway and have already begun filling sandbags ahead of Tropical Storm Dorian. The Highlands County Sheriff’s Office posted the announcement on Facebook Wednesday afternoon. Sandbags will be available for pickup for free at the Road and Bridge Office located at 4344 George Blvd. in Sebring from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. There is a 10 bag limit per person. You can fill your bags at the sand piles set up at the following locations: Avon Park: intersection of CR 17, Isabelle Lake Road and Old Bombing Range Road Sebring: South George Blvd., just north of the EOC (turn off US 27 and take the 90-degree turn to the left, sand will be on your left past the gas pumps) Lake Placid: intersection of CR 621 and Highlands Lake Drive In addition, inmate crews will be available Wednesday and Thursday at the following times to help load sandbags: Avon Park: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sebring: Noon to 4 p.m. Lake Placid: 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.