Savannah Bananas bring fun on the diamond at JetBlue ParkCaught on Camera: Cape Coral mailbox hit by drifting car
LEE COUNTY Savannah Bananas bring fun on the diamond at JetBlue Park The Savannah Bananas amazed and entertained a sold out JetBlue Park Friday night for the first time in Southwest Florida.
CAPE CORAL Caught on Camera: Cape Coral mailbox hit by drifting car A Cape Coral homeowner was left in shock after a car sent her mailbox flying through the air and left tire tracks next to her home.
ARCADIA DeSoto County man sentenced for deadly DUI crash Justice for a mother and son killed by a man driving under the influence.
NAPLES Oldest Black-owned business in SWFL continues to serve community Cleveland Bass Movers, founded in 1969, stands as the oldest Black-owned business in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Broken gate on Lovers Key Beach Resort frustrating residents Residents of Lover’s Key Beach Club in Fort Myers Beach are frustrated with a gate that remains wide open, despite “No Trespassing” signs, since Hurricane Ian struck two years ago.
St. James City Church plans $700k flood-proofing project for future safety Hurricanes have caused flood after flood, and one island church, The First Baptist Church of Saint James City, wants to build higher.
Romance scams rise in the US, AARP warns residents to beware Romance scams are on the rise, with the Federal Trade Commission reporting over 64,000 cases in the U.S. in 2023.
Fort Myers Savannah Bananas make their way to Fort Myers for first time The Savannah Bananas have made their way to JetBlue Park for Friday’s sold-out game in Fort Myers to watch “the greatest show in sports.”
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Yacht Club receives key permit Cape Coral received a key permit for a Yacht Club Community Park. This permit opens up the necessary steps for the park to be built.
PORT CHARLOTTE Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church holds 31st annual Greek Fest The Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Port Charlotte kicked off its 31st annual Greek Fest on Friday.
Donations helping young kids get fed Food insecurity is a pressing issue in the community, and organizations like the Harry Chapin Food Bank, Meals of Hope and the Guadalupe Center are stepping up to help.
New risk factors contribute to heart disease February is American Heart Month, a perfect time to assess your heart health.
PORT CHARLOTTE Port Charlotte High School student arrested for possession of BB gun According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, a student has been arrested after a BB gun was found in his backpack on Friday.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Regional Library to undergo multiple repairs due to Ian The Fort Myers Regional Library is preparing for essential repairs, nearly two years after Hurricane Ian made its impact.
Drug bust at Collier County home leads to triple arrest Three people are accused of running a drug house that held opioids, fentanyl and other illicit narcotics in Collier County.
LEE COUNTY Savannah Bananas bring fun on the diamond at JetBlue Park The Savannah Bananas amazed and entertained a sold out JetBlue Park Friday night for the first time in Southwest Florida.
CAPE CORAL Caught on Camera: Cape Coral mailbox hit by drifting car A Cape Coral homeowner was left in shock after a car sent her mailbox flying through the air and left tire tracks next to her home.
ARCADIA DeSoto County man sentenced for deadly DUI crash Justice for a mother and son killed by a man driving under the influence.
NAPLES Oldest Black-owned business in SWFL continues to serve community Cleveland Bass Movers, founded in 1969, stands as the oldest Black-owned business in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Broken gate on Lovers Key Beach Resort frustrating residents Residents of Lover’s Key Beach Club in Fort Myers Beach are frustrated with a gate that remains wide open, despite “No Trespassing” signs, since Hurricane Ian struck two years ago.
St. James City Church plans $700k flood-proofing project for future safety Hurricanes have caused flood after flood, and one island church, The First Baptist Church of Saint James City, wants to build higher.
Romance scams rise in the US, AARP warns residents to beware Romance scams are on the rise, with the Federal Trade Commission reporting over 64,000 cases in the U.S. in 2023.
Fort Myers Savannah Bananas make their way to Fort Myers for first time The Savannah Bananas have made their way to JetBlue Park for Friday’s sold-out game in Fort Myers to watch “the greatest show in sports.”
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Yacht Club receives key permit Cape Coral received a key permit for a Yacht Club Community Park. This permit opens up the necessary steps for the park to be built.
PORT CHARLOTTE Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church holds 31st annual Greek Fest The Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Port Charlotte kicked off its 31st annual Greek Fest on Friday.
Donations helping young kids get fed Food insecurity is a pressing issue in the community, and organizations like the Harry Chapin Food Bank, Meals of Hope and the Guadalupe Center are stepping up to help.
New risk factors contribute to heart disease February is American Heart Month, a perfect time to assess your heart health.
PORT CHARLOTTE Port Charlotte High School student arrested for possession of BB gun According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, a student has been arrested after a BB gun was found in his backpack on Friday.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Regional Library to undergo multiple repairs due to Ian The Fort Myers Regional Library is preparing for essential repairs, nearly two years after Hurricane Ian made its impact.
Drug bust at Collier County home leads to triple arrest Three people are accused of running a drug house that held opioids, fentanyl and other illicit narcotics in Collier County.
Lee County Logo. El condado Lee declaró estado de emergencia local y anunció la apertura de refugios y evacuaciones obligatorias debido al pronóstico actual del huracán Ian. El condado informó que la declaración de emergencia ayudará a los municipios y condados a prepararse y responder a situaciones como huracanes. Parte del condado Lee ahora está bajo advertencia de huracán. Según el condado Lee, el personal del condado continúa evaluando los modelos de inundaciones y marejadas ciclónicas. Tuvieron un Facebook informativo en vivo el lunes a las 3 p.m. Puede verlo haciendo clic aquí o en el reproductor de abajo. Todo el sistema público del condado de Lee estará cerrado este martes y miércoles mientras los comisionados y los administradores de emergencias monitorean el huracán para determinar si se debe emitir una orden de evacuación. En la conferencia de prensa, la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Lee declaró que una vez que los vientos sostenidos superen las 45 mph, el Departamento de Policía de Fort Myers enviará a todos los oficiales de la carretera. LSCO tampoco podrá responder a las llamadas de servicio hasta que los vientos estén por debajo de las 45 mph y se haya realizado una evaluación de los daños. Esta es una práctica normal. Luego, las llamadas se clasificarán y despacharán. “Los miembros de mi familia, los hombres y mujeres de la oficina del alguacil, tenemos todos los activos, toda la tecnología, todo está listo al alcance de la mano, estamos listos para comenzar y estamos listos para cualquier cosa que se nos presente”, dijo Lee. Alguacil del condado Carmine Marceno. “Queremos cruzar los dedos para no tener que utilizarlo, pero estar listos, ser proactivos para garantizar que los excelentes residentes de este condado estén seguros. Y estamos preparados para eso”. Las operaciones de autobús de ruta fija de LeeTran finalizarán a las 4 p.m. el martes y no se cobrarán las tarifas de autobús. Los servicios de ADA Passport se priorizarán en función de los viajes médicos y de soporte vital junto con el refugio para necesidades especiales. El condado de Lee espera decidir este martes si emite una orden de evacuación y cuándo abrir los refugios. Las operaciones de emergencia darán una actualización a las 7 a.m. El condado de Lee anunció evacuaciones obligatorias para la Zona A y la Zona B. Se pide, especialmente a las personas en casas móviles o prefabricadas a evacuar o buscar refugio. 10 refugios de emergencia están abiertos desde las 9 a.m. de este martes: Escuela Secundaria Dunbar, 3800 Edison Ave. Escuela secundaria del este del condado de Lee, 715 Thomas Sherwin Ave. Centro Recreativo Estero, 9200 Corkscrew Palms Blvd. Gateway High, 13820 Griffin Drive Hertz Arena, 11000 Everblades Parkway Escuela secundaria Island Coast, 2125 DeNavarra Parkway Oak Hammock Middle, 5321 Tice St. Preparatoria South Fort Myers, 14020 Plantation Road Varsity Lakes Middle, 801 Gunnery Road N. Centro recreativo del parque de veteranos, 49 Homestead Road S. Todos los refugios admiten mascotas. Las personas deberán llevar elementos esenciales, incluidos medicamentos, cosas para dormir (no hay catres) y mantas. Tenga en cuenta el hacinamiento y evite llevar artículos innecesarios. Si trae mascotas, lleve comida, correas y cajones o jaulas. Los equipos de Vivienda, Alcance y Tratamiento del condado de Lee y el personal de alcance se están coordinando con las personas sin hogar para organizar el transporte de LeeTran, antes de que el servicio de autobús se suspenda operaciones a las 4 p. m., a los refugios del área cuando se acerque el huracán Ian. Se ha pedido a las personas que se encuentran sin hogar que se trasladen a los siguientes lugares de alcance el martes para el transporte: Lion’s Park, 2550 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers Biblioteca Regional de Fort Myers, 2450 First St., Fort Myers Centro de Transporte Rosa Parks, 2250 Widman Way, Fort Myers Estación de transferencia de Edison, 4125 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers Centro de transferencia de Cape Coral, 820 SE 47th Terrace, Cape Coral Plaza comercial en el lado este de la U.S. 41 y Hancock Bridge en North Fort Myers. Parque y paseo en Fort Myers Beach, 11101 Summerlin Square Dr, Fort Myers Beach Salón Schandler, 419 Royal Palm Park Road, Fort Myers Las personas en la Zona A y B no deben sacar su basura. Llame al 211 después de las 9 a. m. para comunicarse con la línea directa de información de emergencia del condado de Lee.