New ovarian cancer treatmentsLargest Lee County land deal closes, $100M for 1,745 acres in northwest Cape Coral
New ovarian cancer treatments Ovarian cancer is a problematic disease because of symptoms such as nausea, bloating and diarrhea.
Largest Lee County land deal closes, $100M for 1,745 acres in northwest Cape Coral The most lucrative land deal in Lee County history just closed at a price of $100 million for 1,745 acres in northwest Cape Coral, where building up to 3,500 homes and commercial property to support it has been in the planning stages for almost two years.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Major 2 vehicle crash shuts down NB lanes of U.S. 41 in Charlotte After a major traffic accident near Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte County, all Northbound lanes of U.S. 41 were closed.
FORT MYERS Apple AirPods lead LCSO to an arrest ; over $100,000 worth of stolen items recovered Through the use of Apple Airpods, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office was able to locate nearly $100,000 worth of stolen items, leading to an arrest.
LABELLE Hendry County rolls out cameras for school speed zones The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office has rolled out a new way of enforcing school zone speed limits by using cameras that will target drivers traveling over a certain speed in a school zone.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral officials approve replacement funding for hurricane-damaged stop signs The Cape Coral City Council has approved funding to replace stop signs damaged during Hurricane Milton, resulting in an emergency purchase.
Holiday events happening in Southwest Florida Southwest Florida is embracing the holiday spirit with a variety of festive events this Christmas season.
Collier man accused of supplying fentanyl-laced pills, enough to kill 531,500 people The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of supplying more than 10,000 fentanyl-laced pills disguised as prescription painkillers.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral council supports construction of I-75 interchange into city The Cape Coral City Council has approved a resolution requesting support from Lee and Charlotte counties to prioritize state and federal funding for the Interstate 75 Interchange at Slater Road.
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 has been 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 After waking up to a cold morning, the Weather Authority is tracking warming conditions to the low 70s this Thursday.
Police release 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.
New ovarian cancer treatments Ovarian cancer is a problematic disease because of symptoms such as nausea, bloating and diarrhea.
Largest Lee County land deal closes, $100M for 1,745 acres in northwest Cape Coral The most lucrative land deal in Lee County history just closed at a price of $100 million for 1,745 acres in northwest Cape Coral, where building up to 3,500 homes and commercial property to support it has been in the planning stages for almost two years.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Major 2 vehicle crash shuts down NB lanes of U.S. 41 in Charlotte After a major traffic accident near Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte County, all Northbound lanes of U.S. 41 were closed.
FORT MYERS Apple AirPods lead LCSO to an arrest ; over $100,000 worth of stolen items recovered Through the use of Apple Airpods, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office was able to locate nearly $100,000 worth of stolen items, leading to an arrest.
LABELLE Hendry County rolls out cameras for school speed zones The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office has rolled out a new way of enforcing school zone speed limits by using cameras that will target drivers traveling over a certain speed in a school zone.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral officials approve replacement funding for hurricane-damaged stop signs The Cape Coral City Council has approved funding to replace stop signs damaged during Hurricane Milton, resulting in an emergency purchase.
Holiday events happening in Southwest Florida Southwest Florida is embracing the holiday spirit with a variety of festive events this Christmas season.
Collier man accused of supplying fentanyl-laced pills, enough to kill 531,500 people The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of supplying more than 10,000 fentanyl-laced pills disguised as prescription painkillers.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral council supports construction of I-75 interchange into city The Cape Coral City Council has approved a resolution requesting support from Lee and Charlotte counties to prioritize state and federal funding for the Interstate 75 Interchange at Slater Road.
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 has been 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 After waking up to a cold morning, the Weather Authority is tracking warming conditions to the low 70s this Thursday.
Police release 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.
Credit: Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District.. Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District responded to the scene of two separate brush fires Thursday. One fire was extinguished, and the other has been contained and continued to be monitored through the night. According to the fire department, firefighters were at the scene of a brush fire on Blackstone Drive near State Road 82. At on point, the fire was active over about 30 acres on Blackstone Dr. in the area of Lochmann Drive to SR-82. Firefighters continue to monitor the scene on Blackstone Dr. to make sure it does not flare up again. They say conditions are right for it to move quickly if it sparks up again. Lehigh fire department told us a large part of the fire was spread across a very dry field area. There are some fence posts that were burned, and smoke could still be seen hours after containment. “It’s so dry, no rain,” said Rob Marzzacco, a retired fire chief. The fire burning off Blackstone Dr. Thursday caught the attention of Marzzacco, who happened to be driving by the scene. “Oh, it just brings back a lot of memories of when it was doing it for 27 years,” Marzzacco said. Firefighters had to deal with the fire and windy conditions near homes but were able to keep them safe and neighbors, with no major damages or injuries. “All of our fire districts right now in Lee County are in an active burn ban,” said Katie Heck with the fire district. “And people are still at home, so this is a great time to keep preparing your home for a brush fire.” Florida Forest Service also responded to the scenes of the fires, including a forestry helicopter unit, four bulldozers and a fixed-wing plane. Lehigh fire said crews were soaking each active spot. Blackstone: This is an overview of the active spot fires. Crews are at each location soaking the areas. Fire is 100% contained. pic.twitter.com/C57jUOXs6P — Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District (@LehighAcresFD) April 23, 2020 According to the fire department’s tweet, crews also put out a fire on Richmond Avenue North near the intersection with E 17th Street in Lehigh Acres Thursday. The fire department said the fire was active near homes before it was put out, and there were no reported damages or injuries due to the flames. That fire is under investigation. Fire trucks from that scene eventually headed to help crews fighting the fire on Blackstone Drive. Fire departments are asking community members to take every precaution, so properties stay fire free. “It’s so important because we’re right in the heart of brush fire season,” Heck said. Blackstone: Approximately 30 acres involved; 90% contained. pic.twitter.com/Uo4dZi1Od9 — Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District (@LehighAcresFD) April 23, 2020 Blackstone: Approximately 25 acres are involved at this time on Blackstone in the area of Lochman Drive to SR 82. North and South strike teams are also on scene to assist with containment. pic.twitter.com/8MedwJHI4n — Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District (@LehighAcresFD) April 23, 2020 Brush fire on Blackstone Drive – we have multiple crews on scene. Fire is spreading rapidly. Avoid SR82 in this area. pic.twitter.com/p7ZujxPxLm — Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District (@LehighAcresFD) April 23, 2020 Brush Fire Richmond/17th – we are also on scene at a fire near structures at this location. Updates will also be provided on that scene here. — Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District (@LehighAcresFD) April 23, 2020 Brush Fire Richmond/17th – we are also on scene at a fire near structures at this location. Updates will also be provided on that scene here. — Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District (@LehighAcresFD) April 23, 2020