ALVA Woodpeckers build home in Alva woman’s house You may have heard of squatters, but this woman is dealing with squawkers. Who needs a rooster to wake up when you have woodpeckers?
FORT MYERS Man claims he was trapped in a high-rise for 5 days A 77-year-old man wants justice after he claims he spent days trapped on the 24th floor of a high-rise apartment building.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte Correctional prisoner arrested for death of another inmate State Attorney Amira Fox convened a grand jury, which decided to move forward with a case against a Charlotte Correctional inmate.
SANIBEL Construction near Dairy Queen eagle nest on Sanibel raises concerns While many eagle nests may be a bit difficult to see, one nest has always been a favorite for Sanibel residents and tourists.
The environmental effects of artificial sweeteners Experts are studying how the foods we eat affect the environment, especially after we flush our waste down the toilet.
Victim reacts to man exposing himself to her Ring camera You get a notification on your phone from your ring camera app that someone is at the door, only to find out it is someone exposing themselves. It’s the last thing victim Maria Kivi wanted or expected to see last week.
LEE COUNTY The art of capturing your eye and drawing you in How do you capture young, hip, trendy, fun, movers and shakers, all in a pose? We take you behind the scenes of a Gulfshore Life cover shoot.
FORT MYERS The lives of two SJC Boxers changed in the ring Two SJC Boxers, Mario Nunez and Arbon Kurtishi, help each other in the ring as each of them had their lives changed because of boxing.
FORT MYERS Chlamydia cases rising sharply in Lee County If you think about a crowded space- something with more than 250 people- if it’s in Lee county, statistically one person has chlamydia.
SANIBEL Sanibel resort day passes hope to get more business on the island A pass will allow vacationers to hang out at a Sanibel beach club for a day in hopes of drumming up some business.
Voting equipment tested ahead of Lee County elections Voting equipment is being tested in Lee County. This is to ensure all ballots are printed and counted correctly for the upcoming election.
Collier County teen assaulted after leaving party The teen has been charged and the sheriff’s office said they’re aware that many believe felony charges are in order, but under Florida law, there are very specific criteria that must be met for felony charges to be filed.
WINK weather team watching tropical wave over Atlantic Ocean The Weather Authority is watching a tropical disturbance over the Central Atlantic Ocean.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral drug bust leads investigators to fake fentanyl, cash and guns Cape Coral man arrest on drug charges. Investigators said they found, guns, drugs, and more than $32,000 in Richard Riley’s home.
NAPLES Naples youth flag football team to compete in Ohio tournament This weekend, the Naples Lunatics Green will compete in the Superhero Sports tournament in Canton, Ohio.
ALVA Woodpeckers build home in Alva woman’s house You may have heard of squatters, but this woman is dealing with squawkers. Who needs a rooster to wake up when you have woodpeckers?
FORT MYERS Man claims he was trapped in a high-rise for 5 days A 77-year-old man wants justice after he claims he spent days trapped on the 24th floor of a high-rise apartment building.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte Correctional prisoner arrested for death of another inmate State Attorney Amira Fox convened a grand jury, which decided to move forward with a case against a Charlotte Correctional inmate.
SANIBEL Construction near Dairy Queen eagle nest on Sanibel raises concerns While many eagle nests may be a bit difficult to see, one nest has always been a favorite for Sanibel residents and tourists.
The environmental effects of artificial sweeteners Experts are studying how the foods we eat affect the environment, especially after we flush our waste down the toilet.
Victim reacts to man exposing himself to her Ring camera You get a notification on your phone from your ring camera app that someone is at the door, only to find out it is someone exposing themselves. It’s the last thing victim Maria Kivi wanted or expected to see last week.
LEE COUNTY The art of capturing your eye and drawing you in How do you capture young, hip, trendy, fun, movers and shakers, all in a pose? We take you behind the scenes of a Gulfshore Life cover shoot.
FORT MYERS The lives of two SJC Boxers changed in the ring Two SJC Boxers, Mario Nunez and Arbon Kurtishi, help each other in the ring as each of them had their lives changed because of boxing.
FORT MYERS Chlamydia cases rising sharply in Lee County If you think about a crowded space- something with more than 250 people- if it’s in Lee county, statistically one person has chlamydia.
SANIBEL Sanibel resort day passes hope to get more business on the island A pass will allow vacationers to hang out at a Sanibel beach club for a day in hopes of drumming up some business.
Voting equipment tested ahead of Lee County elections Voting equipment is being tested in Lee County. This is to ensure all ballots are printed and counted correctly for the upcoming election.
Collier County teen assaulted after leaving party The teen has been charged and the sheriff’s office said they’re aware that many believe felony charges are in order, but under Florida law, there are very specific criteria that must be met for felony charges to be filed.
WINK weather team watching tropical wave over Atlantic Ocean The Weather Authority is watching a tropical disturbance over the Central Atlantic Ocean.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral drug bust leads investigators to fake fentanyl, cash and guns Cape Coral man arrest on drug charges. Investigators said they found, guns, drugs, and more than $32,000 in Richard Riley’s home.
NAPLES Naples youth flag football team to compete in Ohio tournament This weekend, the Naples Lunatics Green will compete in the Superhero Sports tournament in Canton, Ohio.
On Friday morning, Fort Myers held a public memorial to the life of Police Chief Derrick Diggs, who died on Feb. 15 after a battle with cancer. Diggs is remembered by friends, family, and colleagues for creating positive change in Fort Myers. He was laid to rest on Feb. 25 in his hometown of Toledo, Ohio. Watch the memorial below. The day of Diggs’ death was an emotional one for the Fort Myers Police Department, and the memorial will likely feel similar. City leaders credit Diggs with changing policing in Fort Myers, making it a safer place to live, and building connections with the community. Diggs’ son, Lucas County Sheriff’s Sgt. Derrick Diggs Jr. spoke at his father’s funeral in Toledo. “He traded his superhero costume in for a uniform, a badge, a duty belt, a bulletproof vest and a police car,” Diggs said. “Although superheroes have one strength, my father had many. Some of those superhero powers included his dedication and commitment to public safety, leadership, education, accountability, parenting, protecting me as I was mentoring young officers, inspiring change, building positive relationships within the communities and standing up for what is right—always standing up for what is right.” Diggs’ loved ones say he cared about people in his community and treated them with respect. While he had a passion for his work as a police officer, he was also a father and a grandfather. “Dad, I cannot thank you enough for your support and everything that you have done for me and my family,” Derrick Diggs Jr. said. “We will forever cherish the memories that you created. And I promise to keep your legacy alive. I ensure that I will play chess like Chief Diggs when others are playing checkers. I’ll remember to look at the big picture, take care of my officers, lead from the front, and always watch my six. Sir, rest easy. We have the watch from here.” Diggs may have spent his life in public service, but he was a very private man. In uniform, he preached robust community engagement, leadership, and dedication. “The best way that you can honor Chief Diggs is to live your career as he did his knowing and believing that Chief Diggs considered it his duty to serve. And this is our duty to remember and honor his commitment and his dedication. Stay true. He will be missed. Rest in peace. Thank you,” said Fort Myers Mayor Kevin Anderson. Anderson said he couldn’t thank Chief Diggs enough. He said Diggs led the city’s police department to greatness, driving down crime and ramping up teamwork. “We all remember how dangerous Fort Myers was prior to his arrival. Now, thanks to Chief Diggs, and you… Were the third safest city in the nation,” Anderson said. “Derrick, the police chief, is one person. But Derek, the man, was a totally different person,” said Mike, Cheif Digg’s best friend. Diggs’ best friend gave us a window into his private life. “The sensitivity he had with his grandchildren, and the time that he spent with his, with his family.” “There’s a saying that not all heroes wear capes. And that couldn’t be more true. My father was a prime example of this. He traded in his superhero costume for a uniform, a gun, a badge, a duty belt, bulletproof vest, and a police car. Although superheroes have one strength, my father had many,” said Diggs Jr. Including a passion for his grandson, who proudly held the American flag folded in his grandpa’s honor. The end of the ceremony, there was an end-of-watch call where a dispatcher thanked Diggs for his service. “We will never forget the positive and unprecedented impact during your tenure as chief of police chief your work in the law enforcement community has been outstanding. End of watch service on March 3, ’23. We’ll take watch from here.” Chief Diggs first wore a uniform in his hometown of Toledo, Ohio, where he learned all about leadership, commitment, respect, and dignity. He brought those lessons to the Fort Myers Police Department and taught them to his officers, who now have the duty to carry on Diggs’ legacy.