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.
Everblades hoisting the Kelly Cup trophy. (CREDIT: ECHL) On Monday, playoff tickets for the Florida Everblades went on sale, as the team prepares to make a push for the 2023 Kelly Cup. In June 2022, the Everblades became Kelly Cup champions inside Hertz Arena. Almost three months later, Hurricane Ian struck and made the arena a place where people went to seek shelter.More than six months later, the Everblades are back in a position to win another cup. Brad Ralph, the team’s head coach, says the players will be back in the rink to practice early Tuesday morning. They’re pumped about making it to the playoffs, and Southwest Florida needs the extra energy right now. The Florida Everblades are a part of Southwest Florida’s identity. Every year, people look forward to cheering on the team at Hertz Arena. Fans are confident a third Kelly Cup win is in reach. “I think they definitely got it in them,” said Donna Ott. “I know we’ve always been, like, the fastest CCHL team on skates. So, I think we definitely can… we can definitely clinch it if we put our minds to it,” Ott said. Ott has followed the Florida Everblades since they started. “I was never a sports fan,” Ott said. “And when I got married—my husband and I have been married nearly 20 years now; we’ve been together a lot longer than that—but this is the only sport I’ve ever decided I love. So it’s exciting; it’s awesome to have a local team go this far and this many times.” And this is all coming at a time many fans need it the most. “Arena was a hurricane shelter, and we weren’t, certainly for season, weren’t going to start at all if we weren’t going to be able to play,” Ralph said. “So, at this point, you know, I think some healing’s happened in our community, and we’re fortunately playing hockey.” “If you’re here last year, and there wasn’t an empty seat… we sold out the final game in, I think, two hours or something,” said Craig Brush, president and general manager of the Florida Everblades. “So it’s a very exciting time. And, hopefully, we can get back to that again.” “We made the playoffs 24 to 25 years. So that’s an accomplishment that we’re all proud of. And the only year that we missed, it was by two points…. still kind of sticks in my craw,” Ralph said. And he’s not the only one who has been with the Everblades for 25 years; Ott’s been there for a long time, too. “I’ve been to countless games, and I fall in love with them every time there,” Ott said. “And I’ve even got my 75-year-old mom going to the games now with me, and she’s really enjoying it. You know, the first time I took her out, obviously you have to explain to them what’s going on. But that’s the love of it. I have friends who take their young kids.” “Just the intensity, it’s going to be through the roof. You know, we’re certainly excited to give our best effort,” Ralph said.