Alliance for the Arts hosting Jazz on the Green, celebrating historic music genreTwins host fans for open house and first full squad workout
FORT MYERS Alliance for the Arts hosting Jazz on the Green, celebrating historic music genre Catch Grammy winners and jazz virtuosos at the Jazz on the Green event hosted by the Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS Twins host fans for open house and first full squad workout The Minnesota Twins held their first full squad workout of Spring Training as well as hosted fans for an open house.
Shingle roofs could phase out in the future Florida Insurance Commissioner Michael Yaworsky recently made comments at the Florida Chamber Insurance Summit about the potential phasing out of shingle roofs in the state.
SANIBEL Sanibel islanders rally to restore beloved fishing pier after Ian damage The Sanibel Fishing Pier, a beloved spot for many, has been in disrepair since Hurricane Ian struck more than two years ago. Now, dedicated fishers are pushing to restore it using private funding.
PUNTA GORDA Gunfire erupts on US 41 bridge in Punta Gorda; bikers arrested A road rage incident escalated into gunfire on the U.S. 41 bridge connecting Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, causing fear among drivers.
CLEWISTON Clewiston father shoots friend over alleged sexual crime against daughter There is new information about a murder in Clewiston earlier this month.
BONITA SPRINGS Will San Carlos Estates merge with Bonita Springs? Residents of San Carlos Estates in Bonita Springs are fighting to maintain their neighborhood’s independence.
PUNTA GORDA New flight routes at Punta Gorda Airport The Punta Gorda Airport is expanding its offerings, adding new flight options for travelers.
LEE COUNTY Bregman’s arrival and Devers’ denial highlight Red Sox first full squad The addition of Alex Bregman and Rafael Devers’ refusal to change positions highlighted the first full squad workout for the Red Sox.
NORTH FORT MYERS March to a Million Meals: Teaming up to help feed families Feeding a quarter of a million people each month requires a lot of money and help.
Charlotte County residents voice concerns over Burnt Store Road upgrades An emergency meeting was held to address concerns from residents about the development along Burnt Store Road in Charlotte County.
PORT CHARLOTTE Local nonprofit gives back to veterans for their service A military wife has found a heartfelt way to honor veterans and first responders.
Miracle Moment: Ronald McDonald House offers hope to boy battling cancer It’s time for Miracle Moment.
PORT CHARLOTTE Tampa Bay Rays uplift Charlotte County fans post hurricanes Tampa Bay’s full squad reported on Monday and fans were out in full force, with more appreciation than the players might know.
Breakthrough for patients diagnosed with ALS Fewer than 500 people in the United States have a genetic mutation linked to their case of ALS.
FORT MYERS Alliance for the Arts hosting Jazz on the Green, celebrating historic music genre Catch Grammy winners and jazz virtuosos at the Jazz on the Green event hosted by the Alliance for the Arts in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS Twins host fans for open house and first full squad workout The Minnesota Twins held their first full squad workout of Spring Training as well as hosted fans for an open house.
Shingle roofs could phase out in the future Florida Insurance Commissioner Michael Yaworsky recently made comments at the Florida Chamber Insurance Summit about the potential phasing out of shingle roofs in the state.
SANIBEL Sanibel islanders rally to restore beloved fishing pier after Ian damage The Sanibel Fishing Pier, a beloved spot for many, has been in disrepair since Hurricane Ian struck more than two years ago. Now, dedicated fishers are pushing to restore it using private funding.
PUNTA GORDA Gunfire erupts on US 41 bridge in Punta Gorda; bikers arrested A road rage incident escalated into gunfire on the U.S. 41 bridge connecting Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte, causing fear among drivers.
CLEWISTON Clewiston father shoots friend over alleged sexual crime against daughter There is new information about a murder in Clewiston earlier this month.
BONITA SPRINGS Will San Carlos Estates merge with Bonita Springs? Residents of San Carlos Estates in Bonita Springs are fighting to maintain their neighborhood’s independence.
PUNTA GORDA New flight routes at Punta Gorda Airport The Punta Gorda Airport is expanding its offerings, adding new flight options for travelers.
LEE COUNTY Bregman’s arrival and Devers’ denial highlight Red Sox first full squad The addition of Alex Bregman and Rafael Devers’ refusal to change positions highlighted the first full squad workout for the Red Sox.
NORTH FORT MYERS March to a Million Meals: Teaming up to help feed families Feeding a quarter of a million people each month requires a lot of money and help.
Charlotte County residents voice concerns over Burnt Store Road upgrades An emergency meeting was held to address concerns from residents about the development along Burnt Store Road in Charlotte County.
PORT CHARLOTTE Local nonprofit gives back to veterans for their service A military wife has found a heartfelt way to honor veterans and first responders.
Miracle Moment: Ronald McDonald House offers hope to boy battling cancer It’s time for Miracle Moment.
PORT CHARLOTTE Tampa Bay Rays uplift Charlotte County fans post hurricanes Tampa Bay’s full squad reported on Monday and fans were out in full force, with more appreciation than the players might know.
Breakthrough for patients diagnosed with ALS Fewer than 500 people in the United States have a genetic mutation linked to their case of ALS.
An aerial view of a neighborhood during a hurricane. Credit: WINK Last year, Hurricane Idalia brought a renewed focus and commitment to ensuring older adults had the support, information, and resources they needed to stay safe and evacuate from storms. To help older adults and their caregivers get more prepared, FEMA’s Ready Campaign launched a campaign to empower older adults to take three essential preparedness steps: assess your needs, create a plan, and engage your network. We developed new resources for older adults, including a Disaster Preparedness Guide for Older Adults to support older adults with easy-to-read, user-friendly worksheets and checklists so they can create a personalized plan, and we created a Disaster Preparedness Guide for Caregivers with the Rosalynn Carter Institute for Caregivers to directly help caregivers feel more prepared and in control when disaster strikes. Family caregivers are often the first responders in a disaster, and this new guide addresses the barriers to preparedness many caregivers face. Help Your Friends and Neighbors You can be a force for good by helping others plan evacuation routes and strengthen their homes against hurricane damage. Consider checking with neighbors, older adults, caregivers, or those who may need additional help making and completing their hurricane plans. Know When to Go and Where to Go It’s important to know if you live in an area that could be at risk during a storm. You may only need to go 10 miles inland, depending on the evacuation order, and you may not necessarily need to leave the state to stay safe until the storm passes. That’s why it’s critical to understand where your evacuation routes, zones, and areas are ahead of time, and to pay attention to directions from local officials. Stay Connected If you need to evacuate, make a family emergency communication plan so you know how to get in touch during and after a storm. Write down your family, friends, and loved ones’ phone numbers and make sure you have a plan to connect after the storm passes. Have several ways to receive alerts, including through the free FEMA app, local media, and alerts from the National Weather Service. Being Prepared and Resilient Personal resilience is at the heart of preparedness. By learning your area’s risk from hurricanes, you are better armed to take actions to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your home from whatever may come. You can build your resilience by having the supplies you’ll need to be safe and comfortable for seven days. Whether you need to evacuate or stay at home, your basic supplies should include non-perishable food, water, a battery-powered or hand crank radio and flashlights with a supply of extra batteries, any medications you take, and pet supplies. Visit Ready.gov and Listo.gov for additional items for your kit. Strengthen Your Home Against Hurricane Damages The best time to make your home strong is now. Check your roof, protect your windows and exterior doors, and make sure trees and shrubs around your house are trimmed and in good condition. Save Your Documents and Know the Importance of Flood Insurance Print out documents ahead of time and have them ready to go when you evacuate. You may need to access those documents when applying for assistance following the storm. If you do apply for assistance from FEMA, the new changes we’ve made will better assist you during the recovery process and will provide you with flexible funding as you jumpstart your recovery. We understand how difficult our programs can be to navigate, which is why we recently changed our eligibility criteria to help people recover faster, while building back stronger. We also improved our customer experience by simplifying the application process to make it easier for people to apply for assistance. Visit the FEMA.gov page for more information on these new changes. Lastly, since most homeowners, renters, and business insurance policies do not cover flood damage, we encourage people to get flood insurance from the National Flood Insurance Program. Floridians are no strangers to hurricanes, and as we approach the 2024 Hurricane Season, I encourage everyone to act today to protect yourself, your loved ones, and your home before we reach the height of hurricane season.