Hendry County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help in deer poaching investigationDeputy injured, suspect killed in shooting near State Road 72 in DeSoto County
Hendry County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help in deer poaching investigation The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Agriculture Unit is seeking assistance from the public in its investigation into the illegal killing of approximately nine deer.
Deputy injured, suspect killed in shooting near State Road 72 in DeSoto County A suspect wanted on a child enticement charge out of Georgia was killed in a deputy-involved shooting early Saturday morning in DeSoto County.
ENGLEWOOD 1 dead in Englewood incident; authorities investigating There is an active investigation going on at the 3200 block of Smith Street in Englewood, where one person was found dead.
NAPLES Naples Winter Wine Festival kicks off to support Collier County children The Naples Winter Wine Festival, one of the largest charity wine auctions globally, is set to begin at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples on Saturday.
ESTERO Join the March to a Million Meals to combat hunger in Southwest Florida Food insecurity remains a significant issue in Southwest Florida, with one in eight adults and one in six children experiencing hunger.
NAPLES Last chance to enjoy Naples Boat Show’s yachts and waterfront fun The Naples Boat Show wraps up on Saturday, offering one last chance for visitors to explore an impressive lineup of boats, yachts, and waterfront fun.
CAPE CORAL SunSplash Waterpark hosts hiring event in Cape Coral As chilly temperatures linger, it might be hard to think about the hot, humid days of summer, but SunSplash Family Waterpark in Cape Coral is already preparing for the season.
the weather authority Cold Saturday morning, warmer afternoons on the way The Weather Authority says Southwest Florida woke up to the coldest temperatures in 3 years.
Neighbors react to deputy-involved shooting of man with machete New body camera footage shows the moment Charlotte County deputies opened fire on a man armed with a machete.
FORT MYERS 21st annual Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival underway in Fort Myers The 21st Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival is underway. Despite the colder weather, visitors are enjoying the festivities in Fort Myers.
New video shows alternate angle of I-75 multi-county chase A theft ring in Lee County led to a dramatic car chase involving Paul Fritzson, who allegedly carjacked a couple in Collier County.
Meet the kids benefiting from Naples’ charity wine festival: Kolson’s story The Naples Winter Wine Festival, known as the largest charity wine auction in the world, kicked off on Friday with a focus on benefiting children in Collier County.
Iona Firefighter rescues homeowner from blaze A firefighter bravely rescued a homeowner from a burning house on Whiskey Creek Drive.
LEHIGH ACRES Father and son face off in hoops for the first time Gateway guard Quran Pettyjohn Jr. faced off against his dad, East Lee County head coach Quran Pettyjohn Sr., for the first time Thursday night.
NAPLES School burglars in Collier County make off with guns The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying four people who broke into Golden Gate Middle School and stole guns that were locked in a safe.
Hendry County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help in deer poaching investigation The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Agriculture Unit is seeking assistance from the public in its investigation into the illegal killing of approximately nine deer.
Deputy injured, suspect killed in shooting near State Road 72 in DeSoto County A suspect wanted on a child enticement charge out of Georgia was killed in a deputy-involved shooting early Saturday morning in DeSoto County.
ENGLEWOOD 1 dead in Englewood incident; authorities investigating There is an active investigation going on at the 3200 block of Smith Street in Englewood, where one person was found dead.
NAPLES Naples Winter Wine Festival kicks off to support Collier County children The Naples Winter Wine Festival, one of the largest charity wine auctions globally, is set to begin at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples on Saturday.
ESTERO Join the March to a Million Meals to combat hunger in Southwest Florida Food insecurity remains a significant issue in Southwest Florida, with one in eight adults and one in six children experiencing hunger.
NAPLES Last chance to enjoy Naples Boat Show’s yachts and waterfront fun The Naples Boat Show wraps up on Saturday, offering one last chance for visitors to explore an impressive lineup of boats, yachts, and waterfront fun.
CAPE CORAL SunSplash Waterpark hosts hiring event in Cape Coral As chilly temperatures linger, it might be hard to think about the hot, humid days of summer, but SunSplash Family Waterpark in Cape Coral is already preparing for the season.
the weather authority Cold Saturday morning, warmer afternoons on the way The Weather Authority says Southwest Florida woke up to the coldest temperatures in 3 years.
Neighbors react to deputy-involved shooting of man with machete New body camera footage shows the moment Charlotte County deputies opened fire on a man armed with a machete.
FORT MYERS 21st annual Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival underway in Fort Myers The 21st Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival is underway. Despite the colder weather, visitors are enjoying the festivities in Fort Myers.
New video shows alternate angle of I-75 multi-county chase A theft ring in Lee County led to a dramatic car chase involving Paul Fritzson, who allegedly carjacked a couple in Collier County.
Meet the kids benefiting from Naples’ charity wine festival: Kolson’s story The Naples Winter Wine Festival, known as the largest charity wine auction in the world, kicked off on Friday with a focus on benefiting children in Collier County.
Iona Firefighter rescues homeowner from blaze A firefighter bravely rescued a homeowner from a burning house on Whiskey Creek Drive.
LEHIGH ACRES Father and son face off in hoops for the first time Gateway guard Quran Pettyjohn Jr. faced off against his dad, East Lee County head coach Quran Pettyjohn Sr., for the first time Thursday night.
NAPLES School burglars in Collier County make off with guns The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying four people who broke into Golden Gate Middle School and stole guns that were locked in a safe.
Southwest Florida animal shelters are hoping you’ll open up your home and adopt or foster a pet, as Thursday is the last day to do so until at least April 30. The clock is ticking because of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ executive order, which takes effect Friday at 12:01 a.m. Animal shelters are an essential service, and while not being forced to close, many have decided to close to the public. Therefore, adoptions and fostering will be put on hold and any animals left will have to keep waiting for a new home. “Today is our last big shot to get people in and the animals out,” said Diana Mitchell, animal care specialist at Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County. Shelter workers are considered essential employees, so they will continue to take care of any animals housed in their facilities. Volunteers will not be allowed to work, which means shelter pets won’t get the individual attention they usually receive. “We’re just not going to be able to have the time to spend individually with these animals,” Mitchell said. And most shelters will be working with skeleton crews. “That’s essentially why we really want to get them out, so that they are not stuck here in a cage and just giving them food and water, because that’s not a great way for an animal to live,” said Dr. Kerstin Martin del Campo, director of medical services at Suncoast Humane Society. Our furry friends deserve a little TLC – and now is an especially great time to have that companionship. “Get your mind off of all of this stuff and just love on an animal and give them the care they need,” Mitchell said. If you’d like to foster or adopt, here’s a list of shelters with animals available: Gulf Coast Humane Society COVID-19 info: https://www.gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/covid-19.html Adoption center hours today, by appointment only: until 5:30 p.m. Adoptable animals: https://www.gulfcoasthumanesociety.org/adopt.html Phone: 239-332-0364 Cape Coral Animal Shelter COVID-19 info: https://www.capecoralanimalshelter.com/update-on-our-response-to-covid-19-pandemic/ Adoption center hours today, by appointment only. Adoptable animals: https://www.capecoralanimalshelter.com/adopt/ Phone: 239-573-2002 Suncoast Humane Society COVID-19 info: https://www.humane.org/blog/2020/03/17/covid-19-updates-for-suncoast-humane-society/ Adoption center hours: by appointment only, open until 8 p.m. tonight Adoptable animals: https://www.humane.org/adoptions/ Phone: 941-474-7884 The Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County Adoption center hours today: by appointment only, open until 7 p.m. Adoptable animals: https://www.awlshelter.org/adoptable-dogs/ Phone: 941-625-6720 Collier County Domestic Animal Services Adoption center hours today: by appointment only. Adoptable animals: https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/your-government/divisions-a-e/adopt-a-pet Phone: 239-252-PETS Humane Society Naples: Closed to the public and adoptions are closed until further notice.