Students react to threat made at Florida Gulf Coast UniversityMissing and endangered boy found in Lehigh Acres
Students react to 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.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
Students react to 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.
MATLACHA 2 stranded dolphins rescued from mangroves near Matlacha Two stranded dolphins were pulled from mangroves near Matlacha.
CAPE CORAL NAACP honors Cape Coral Police Chief after acknowledging hate crime NAACP President, James Muwakkil, was so impressed with Cape Coral Police Chief Anthony Sizemore that he wanted the entire city to know.
NAPLES Jingled Elves trolley tour underway Breaking out your best dance moves and spreading Christmas cheer. These ‘jingled elves’ are breaking it down with a purpose.
BONITA SPRINGS Bonita Springs Elementary School’s demolition plans There’s a new lesson plan at Bonita Springs Elementary School: Demolition 101. The school is set to be knocked down, and there’s good reason.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island Councilmember’s dogs allegedly attack 13-year-old girl Councilor Tamara Goehler is coming under fire after her dogs allegedly attacked a 13-year-old girl and the girl’s five-month-old puppy.
PUNTA GORDA Gilchrist Park’s future brightens as boat cleanup commences The boats blocking Gilchrist Park are ready to be moved two years after Hurricane Ian.
Lee County Department of Health issues red tide alert for Bowman’s Beach The Florida Department of Health in Lee County has issued a health alert for the presence of red tide near Bowman’s Beach.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral working on project to address canal safety An older Cape Coral couple drove into a canal last year. Neighbors are now saying something needs to be done about canal safety.
NAPLES Collier County mental health center receives $4 million donation A giant donation is dedicated to providing people with better mental health care in southwest Florida.
LABELLE City of LaBelle under precautionary boil water notice A water main break has the City of Labelle under a precautionary boil water notice.
ESTERO FGCU student wins ice dancing national championship FGCU sophomore Lucas Appel wins his second US Senior Solo Dance National Championship in three years.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office: Parent brings weapon to Lehigh Acres school According to a Lee County Sheriff’s Office report, there is probable cause to believe a woman unintentionally brought a firearm to school.
There are weeds and patches of sand at Naples Memorial Gardens, a place meant to be peaceful and for people to remember and honor their loved ones. (Credit: WINK News) Families who chose a beautiful final resting place for their loved ones returned to find the North Naples property looking run down. There are weeds and patches of sand at Naples Memorial Gardens, a place meant to be peaceful and for people to remember and honor their loved ones. The business knows some family members aren’t happy with the lack of upkeep around their loved one’s graves, but they’re working on a solution and ask for patience. Lush green grass and a serene atmosphere greet you at the front of the cemetery, but if you drive toward the back, you’ll see what these families are upset about. “Well, I don’t think there’s any grass left. To me, it looks like weeds that they’re not even mowing and sand,” said Carol Sissman. “I mean, I just think it’s really sad for people with loved ones to come here and think this is their loved one’s final resting place,” said Mary Bates. Their brother David is resting in the cemetery. “To me, it’s just kind of disgraceful. And it wouldn’t be so bad, but it’s been going on a really long time,” Sissman said. In fact, we first told you about the run-down conditions in February. Naples Memorial Gardens acknowledges the problem, saying, “We realize that some sections of the cemetery have not met our own standards, so we fully understand the frustration of some client families. We have been working diligently to improve conditions in the park.” One of those improvements is a newly finished system to make sure the underground wells work correctly. They’re also working on an irrigation system upgrade, which will include fertilization, ant control, and allow for watering all around the cemetery. Michael Stacey of North Carolina is pleased to hear about the upgrade. Most of his family is buried there and he also plans to make the Gardens his final resting place. “It’s a lovely place. They are doing the best they can and it’s only going to get better obviously if they irrigate.” As for exactly when family members might see improvements, Naples Memorial Gardens can’t exactly say, calling the work on the irrigation system an extensive ongoing project. Statement from Naples Memorial Gardens: It is always our goal to provide families with a peaceful and serene environment for visitation and remembrance, and we realize that some sections of the cemetery have not met our own standards, so we fully understand the frustration of some client families. We have been working diligently to improve conditions in the park, including installing an automatic tracking system to assure our underground wells are operating efficiently and keeping up with the watering needs. During June, we are completing an irrigation system upgrade, which will include inline iron control, fertilization and ant control and allow for water in all sections of the park. Please note that this is an extensive, ongoing project. We appreciate the patience of our client families as we work to diligently to make all of Naples Memorial Gardens the calm, tranquil park it is intended to be.