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.
Shane Lloyd, left, and his son Jakob Lloyd COURTESY A family in Windsor is mourning the loss of two of their family members after a suspected impaired-driving crash in Orlando. Shane and Jakob Lloyd were killed in a car crash Sunday afternoon while in Florida for college orientation. The duo, who lived in Larimer County, are being remembered as caring and family-oriented. “It is unreal. You are furious. You are numb. Your heart shatters,” said Brandy Bowden, the sister of Shane Lloyd. Bowden said her sister-in-law received an unimaginable call on Sunday afternoon saying her husband and son were killed in an apparent drunk-driving crash. The suspect in the case, 40-year-old Leslie Gehret, survived the collision and was treated for minor injuries before being booked in a Florida jail. Gehret has a criminal record including previous impaired driving arrests. Bowden said the suspect’s criminal history made her alleged role in the Sunday afternoon crash even more inexplicable. Leslie Gehret ORANGE COUNTY CORRECTIONS DEPARTMENT “It wasn’t an accident, and I think that’s what’s the worst,” Bowden said. Police in Florida said the Lloyds were legally turning through an intersection with the right of way when Gehret allegedly ran the red light and crashed into the side of their vehicle at a high rate of speed. Jakob was pronounced deceased on location, while Shane was taken to a local hospital where he later passed away. “There’s no way to describe how we’re actually feeling. It’s a hurt I never thought would exist,” Bowden said. Jakob recently graduated from Fossil Ridge High School in Fort Collins. Bowden said he was known to always wear shorts no matter how cold it was outside. That was part of the reason he decided to go to college in Florida, where he hoped to become either a lawyer or a forensic chemist. “For such a young man who was going to have a bright future, and it ends so abruptly, it’s not fair,” Bowden said. “He played the bass in the orchestra, he played lacrosse, he played football. He was really good at everything. And that athletic bone came from their dad.” Shane was described as a protective yet gentle brother, uncle, father and husband. He and his wife had been married for more than two decades. Bowden said the only time she ever saw Shane cry, away from funerals, was the day he married the love of his life. “He was the best dad. He was a wonderful husband,” Bowden said. “Everyone just aspired to be like him, and we all wanted to make him proud.” The family said their heartache only grew after they learned the suspect in the case qualified for a bond, especially after knowing she had a criminal history which included previous DUI convictions. Bowden encouraged the public not to drink and drive in honor of her loved ones. “Do not get behind the wheel of a car (when you are intoxicated), because a split second can change somebody’s life,” Bowden said. “And the one who was drinking is always the one who walks away with minor injuries. And it’s not right.”