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.
Steve Irwin Day. CREDIT: AUSTRALIA ZOO Crikey! The Crocodile Hunter persona and name shine like a beacon for wildlife conservationists worldwide, and on Nov. 15, also known as Steve Irwin Day, it’s important to remember what he accomplished as a wildlife conservationist, wildlife advocate, father and celebrity. According to the Australia Zoo, at a youthful 6 years old, Irwin caught his first venomous snake, and a short three years later, he was removing problem crocodiles. Irwin showcased a passionate, enthusiastic and encyclopedic knowledge of wildlife on his show “The Crocodile Hunter,” beginning in 1992. It was common to hear him yell his signature phrase “Crikey” while handling a deadly spider, enormous crocodile or highly venomous snake. “I’ve been put on this planet to protect wildlife and wilderness areas, which in essence is going to help humanity,” Irwin said in an interview with his customary passion and sincerity. “I wanna save the world, and you know money? Money is great. I can’t get enough money. And do you know what I’m going to do with it? I’m going to buy wilderness areas with it. Every single cent I get goes straight into conservation.” The original Wildlife Warrior. Happy Steve Irwin Dayđź’š pic.twitter.com/AcZADcgZs6 — Australia Zoo (@AustraliaZoo) November 15, 2023 CREDIT: AUSTALIA ZOO According to wildlifewarriors.org, “Steve Irwin Day represents the many things Steve was passionate about: family, fun and wildlife conservation. It’s a day where people around the world join together to raise money for Wildlife Warriors to help continue Steve’s conservation work and the preservation of wildlife and wild places.” Irwin expanded a wildlife park and renamed it Australia Zoo in 1998. That’s where he and his wife Terri had their vision of wildlife conservation headquartered. Steve and Terri had two children, Bindi and Robert, who continue pushing for and engaging with their parents’ wildlife conservation attitude. Irwin tragically died in 2006 from a sting ray’s barb piercing his chest while out in open water. Irwin has many accomplishments, but some of the most unique include discovering a new turtle species in 1997, eventually named Irwin’s turtle, receiving the Service to Global Conservation and Australian Tourism award in 2001, establishing a 334,00-acre national reserve on Cape York named the Steve Irwin Wildlife Reserve, and in 2015 posthumously receiving the Queensland Greats Award. In the spirit of Steve Irwin Day, learn more about how you can help keep his vision of wildlife conservation alive in Southwest Florida from the links below: Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation Naples Zoo Shy Wolf Sanctuary Florida Manatee Program Panther Crossing Conservancy of Southwest Florida Click here to learn more about Steve Irwin from the Australian Zoo. Click here to learn more about the Irwin Family from the Australian Zoo.