Dog rescue in Fort Myers holds fundraiser as founder fights cancerWoman arrested for stealing $3,400 in goods from Target in Collier County
FORT MYERS Dog rescue in Fort Myers holds fundraiser as founder fights cancer A beloved dog rescue service in Fort Myers is facing uncertainty as its founder, Carey Kendzior, battles cancer.
Woman arrested for stealing $3,400 in goods from Target in Collier County More than 150 items worth thousands of dollars were reportedly stolen from a Target in Collier County. Deputies arrested Kimberly McDonnell, 36, on charges of grand theft.
Egg prices leading to some locals raising their own chickens High egg prices have some people considering raising their own chickens, but it’s not as simple as it sounds.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach Library to reopen following Hurricane Ian The Fort Myers Beach Library plans to reopen its doors to the public on March 16.
FORT MYERS Save This Life pet microchips closes down For many, protecting your pet is as important as keeping your kids safe.
Rosie, dog lost during I-75 crash, back home with family New information has been released about Rosie, the dog that went missing in a car crash last weekend and was found Wednesday.
Gatorama owner loses finger at feeding show The owner of Gatorama in Palmdale was bitten by one of his gators during a feeding show over the weekend and lost a finger.
WWII Veteran hits 100th birthday milestone Hundreds of people came to celebrate WWII veteran Vernon Nelson’s 100th birthday.
FORT MYERS Volunteers boost Harry Chapin Food Bank’s reach The Harry Chapin Food Bank relies heavily on its volunteers to make a significant impact in the community.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Twins’ superfan attends Spring Training for more than two decades Twins’ superfan Neil Pierce lives more than one thousand miles away from Hammond Stadium and never misses a game in Lee County.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers gears up for Edison Festival of Light with safety in focus The parade will begin at Fort Myers High School, travel up U.S. Highway 41, and conclude in downtown Fort Myers.
Byron Donalds accused of voter fraud U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds is being accused of voter fraud. A fellow lawmaker on Capitol Hill is making the allegations.
NAPLES FWC seeks Naples community’s help for derelict boat removal The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is searching for derelict boats in Southwest Florida and is asking for community assistance.
FORT MYERS Red dye ban and Valentine’s Day Red is synonymous with Valentine’s Day, seen in everything from roses to candy. However, some red sweets may not be as appealing this year due to a recent ban on a common dye linked to cancer risks.
FORT MYERS Savannah Bananas at JetBlue Park this weekend Are you heading out to watch the Savannah Bananas this weekend? This is what you need to know.
FORT MYERS Dog rescue in Fort Myers holds fundraiser as founder fights cancer A beloved dog rescue service in Fort Myers is facing uncertainty as its founder, Carey Kendzior, battles cancer.
Woman arrested for stealing $3,400 in goods from Target in Collier County More than 150 items worth thousands of dollars were reportedly stolen from a Target in Collier County. Deputies arrested Kimberly McDonnell, 36, on charges of grand theft.
Egg prices leading to some locals raising their own chickens High egg prices have some people considering raising their own chickens, but it’s not as simple as it sounds.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach Library to reopen following Hurricane Ian The Fort Myers Beach Library plans to reopen its doors to the public on March 16.
FORT MYERS Save This Life pet microchips closes down For many, protecting your pet is as important as keeping your kids safe.
Rosie, dog lost during I-75 crash, back home with family New information has been released about Rosie, the dog that went missing in a car crash last weekend and was found Wednesday.
Gatorama owner loses finger at feeding show The owner of Gatorama in Palmdale was bitten by one of his gators during a feeding show over the weekend and lost a finger.
WWII Veteran hits 100th birthday milestone Hundreds of people came to celebrate WWII veteran Vernon Nelson’s 100th birthday.
FORT MYERS Volunteers boost Harry Chapin Food Bank’s reach The Harry Chapin Food Bank relies heavily on its volunteers to make a significant impact in the community.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Twins’ superfan attends Spring Training for more than two decades Twins’ superfan Neil Pierce lives more than one thousand miles away from Hammond Stadium and never misses a game in Lee County.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers gears up for Edison Festival of Light with safety in focus The parade will begin at Fort Myers High School, travel up U.S. Highway 41, and conclude in downtown Fort Myers.
Byron Donalds accused of voter fraud U.S. Congressman Byron Donalds is being accused of voter fraud. A fellow lawmaker on Capitol Hill is making the allegations.
NAPLES FWC seeks Naples community’s help for derelict boat removal The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is searching for derelict boats in Southwest Florida and is asking for community assistance.
FORT MYERS Red dye ban and Valentine’s Day Red is synonymous with Valentine’s Day, seen in everything from roses to candy. However, some red sweets may not be as appealing this year due to a recent ban on a common dye linked to cancer risks.
FORT MYERS Savannah Bananas at JetBlue Park this weekend Are you heading out to watch the Savannah Bananas this weekend? This is what you need to know.
Drive-thru COVID-19 testing (AP photo) The Florida Department of Health in Collier County has updated its COVID-19 testing hours. Testing at DOH-Collier Naples site: 3339 East Tamiami Trail, Naples • DOH-Collier Determined High Priority Group Testing Only – Appointment only – All ages daily, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call the DOH-Collier screening line at (239) 252-6220. • Appointment only, drive-thru testing – All ages Thursdays – 9:00am-3:00pm For an appointment call (239) 252-8230 on Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. No referral needed for testing. Clients do not need to have symptoms and will be asked to provide their name, contact phone number, address, date of birth. Testing at DOH-Collier Immokalee site: 419 North First Street, Immokalee • DOH-Collier Determined High Priority Group Testing Only – Appointment only – All ages daily, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call the DOH-Collier screening line at (239) 252-6220. • Walk-up testing – All ages Sundays, Mondays, and Wednesdays – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. No referral needed for testing. Clients do not need to have symptoms and will be asked to provide their name, contact phone number, address, date of birth. Lightning, heavy rain or gusty winds can slow operations or shut down the site. Testing at Fellowship Church: 1411 Lake Trafford Rd., Immokalee • Walk-up testing – All ages Tuesdays and Thursdays – 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. No referral needed for testing. Clients do not need to have symptoms and will be asked to provide their name, contact phone number, address, date of birth. Lightning, heavy rain or gusty winds can slow operations or shut down the site. Testing at Golden Gate Community Center: 4701 Golden Gate Pkwy., Naples • Walk-up testing – All ages Friday, July 24, and Friday, July 31 – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. No referral needed for testing. Clients do not need to have symptoms and will be asked to provide their name, contact phone number, address, date of birth. Lightning, heavy rain or gusty winds can slow operations or shut down the site. Testing at Century Link Sports Complex: 14100 Ben C. Pratt/Six Mile Cypress Pkwy., Fort Myers • Drive-thru testing – 18 years and over Daily, Monday-Sunday – 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The last car will be admitted through the gate at 3 p.m. or when testing capacity reaches its limit. No referral is needed for testing. Clients do not need to have symptoms and will be asked to show a valid ID for everyone being tested. Lightning, heavy rain or gusty winds can slow operations or shut down the site. The DOH-Collier call center will remain open Monday-Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The call center can be reached at (239) 252-6220.