Crews removing derelict boats from Gilchrist Park33rd endangered Florida panther death of 2024; killed by vehicle in Hardee County
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 The Weather Authority is tracking cold morning conditions before temperatures warm up to the low 70s this Thursday.
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 Milton.
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.
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 The Weather Authority is tracking cold morning conditions before temperatures warm up to the low 70s this Thursday.
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 Milton.
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.
Collier County has issued a mandatory evacuation notice for those living in immediate coastal areas, west and south of US-41 in low-lying flood-prone areas and mobile homes. The City of Naples has issued a curfew effective immediately as Hurricane Ian approaches landfall. The City of Naples said they are expecting extremely hazardous conditions on roadways. The curfew is effective immediately until further notice. Collier County was the first county in Southwest Florida to issue a State of Emergency. People who live there have been preparing, and the county will open four voluntary shelters and a special needs shelter on Tuesday afternoon. Four middle schools will also open as voluntary shelters: Oakridge Middle School, 14975 Collier Blvd. Golden Gate Middle School, 2701 48th Terrace SW Immokalee Middle School, 401 N. 9th S. Corkscrew Middle School, 1165 County Road 858 All middle schools are pet friendly. Pet owners must bring their vaccination records, the appropriate size kennel for their animals, food and water for a minimum of three days, bowls and all supplies including waste bags and litter. When taking pets outside, they must remain leashed, and pet owners are responsible for picking up pet waste. There must always be a family member or caretaker of the pet present in the shelter. The following non-pet-friendly shelters will also be open for the general population. Golden Gate High School will open at 6 p.m. It is located at 2925 Titan Way. Gulf Coast High School, 7878 Shark Way Immokalee High School, 701 Immokalee Drive The special needs shelter will be at Palmetto Ridge High School, located at 1655 Victory Lane. It is strongly recommended that vulnerable people in Zone A take shelter. St. Matthew’s House says it will open its two homeless emergency shelters in Naples and Immokalee at 8 p.m. on Tuesday for anyone needing safe housing as Hurricane Ian approaches: Campbell Lodge Shelter, 2001 Airport Road S., Naples Immokalee Friendship House, 602 West Main St., Immokalee They will remain open until the impacts of the storm have ended. The emergency operations center will open at 3 p.m. and work around the clock. Collier County officials are providing a Hurricane Ian update. You can click here to watch or watch in the player below. Government offices in Collier County will be closed through Wednesday. From locals to tourists, people are on high alert, and every one of them is monitoring Hurricane Ian, preparing for whatever comes. Collier County leaders are preparing too. Everyone understands they’re on the clock and time is running out to gather supplies. More than a thousand sandbags were up for grabs at North Collier Regional Park on Monday. Thomas Graziano Jr. grabbed a few himself as he helped his dad prepare for Hurricane Ian, which will be his first hurricane. “Ehhh, I’m a little nervous,” said Thomas. He’s not the only one. A New Hampshire native’s vacation has taken a turn on Naples Beach. “Nervous, I’m nervous. I promised my family that, you know, that I’d be okay, so I will not take any risks,” said Zena Fibson, from New Hampshire. Meanwhile, many locals are calm and always prepared. “We’re more or less prepared we’re not hysterical about it. Our daughter’s lived here for 18 years so we know what’s going on,” said Ann Lamorgesc, of Naples. As Hurricane Ian inches toward our gulf coast, Collier County prepares for flooding, cleaning out storm drains and securing anything that could go flying at county beaches and parks. “We really prepare like, you know, for every storm, that it’s going to be a direct hit. And that’s the kind of preparation we have. And then, if that doesn’t happen, which is great, then it is a good dry run for preparation,” said Commissioner Rick LoCastro. LoCastro emphasized that a lot more information will be coming out over the next 24 hours.To get the latest from the county, you can call 311 or go to alertcollier.com. Wind and water are the two major concerns for Naples. City leaders say if you don’t need to be here, please evacuate. If you are going to stay, they ask you to take this seriously. Naples In Naples, the number one priority is safety. While the city is outside of the cone, leaders say they are preparing for worst-case scenarios. The City of Naples said it will partially activate the City’s Emergency Operation at 5 p.m. They expect disruptions to infrastructure, including city water and sewer systems, traffic signals will likely be knocked out and emergency crews say they’re ready to respond to the storm, but you need to be too. Submit Copyright ©2024 Fort Myers Broadcasting. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without prior written consent.