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Recovery on Sanibel Island after Hurricane Ian has been a patchwork of progress, with some buildings and businesses moving forward while others remain in limbo.
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Recovery on Sanibel Island after Hurricane Ian has been a patchwork of progress, with some buildings and businesses moving forward while others remain in limbo.
A Palmetto Ridge High School student was charged after a loaded gun was found in his vehicle in the school parking lot.
Several local children recently celebrated a significant milestone: their victory over cancer.
Sunseeker Resort, a large development in Charlotte County, has drawn mixed reactions from locals.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital and Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida have been in a legal dispute over a sublease agreement for Meridian Place in Naples.
Steve Kapish of Golden Gate is living life to the fullest despite a terminal colon cancer diagnosis.
Drivers on Pine Island Road in Cape Coral will soon see significant safety improvements.
In Naples, Allison Mauriello is inspiring young minds at The Sewing Bar by teaching kids the timeless art of sewing.
Florida Everblades re-signed forward Josh Ho-Sang, a member of last year’s Kelly Cup winning team, ahead of another title defense.
A long-abandoned building on Presidential Court in South Fort Myers has become an eyesore for the community, with graffiti-covered walls, broken windows and dumpsters overflowing with debris.
About four months ago, Carly Purdy experienced a life-changing event when she lost her pulse in the back of an ambulance, not once, but twice.
A series of burglaries in Fort Myers has prompted a local business owner to pack up and leave.
Donax Village is getting ready to elevate nine duplexes and two cottages in response to past hurricane damage.
People with severe back problems may have a new option for relief.
A mother of four was shot and killed in her home in LaBelle, leaving her family devastated and searching for answers.
Authorities sprung into action when a brush fire broke out, threatening a Lehigh Acres house.
According to the Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District, a 3.5-acre brush fire broke out on Nova Ave. N and Nora Ave. N in Lehigh Acres.
Firefighters worked decisively and diligently to protect the house while simultaneously trying to control the flames.
Firefighters are protecting the home while others work to control the fire. pic.twitter.com/JRI0aenKCN — Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District (@LehighAcresFD) December 6, 2023
The brush fire was put out, but crews remained at the scene taking care of any potential hot spots. The home nearby remains untouched by the flames and the Lee County Sheriff’s Office has the road blocked off.
With the cold weather and dry season upon us, Lehigh Acres Fire Rescue said fires spring up easily.
“It is getting to be where its getting very cold this weekend, that’s going to dry out a lot of brush and debris that’s around here. It’s really important for people to start to be fire-wise in our neighborhoods,” said Katie Heck with Lehigh Acres Fire Rescue.
Fire is out; crews will be on scene mopping up hot spots. pic.twitter.com/xmV4sCFMMG
— Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District (@LehighAcresFD) December 6, 2023
Investigators are still working to find the cause of the fire.