2 women arrested in Port Charlotte, allegedly part of retail theft ringHabitat for Humanity and Fort Myers team up to build affordable housing
PORT CHARLOTTE 2 women arrested in Port Charlotte, allegedly part of retail theft ring According to the Port Charlotte Sheriff’s Office, a pair of women have been arrested for stealing over $400 worth of merchandise from a Burlington Store in Port Charlotte.
FORT MYERS Habitat for Humanity and Fort Myers team up to build affordable housing Jaylen Watkins Street is about to change, as the Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency will transform a plot of land into an affordable housing community.
CAPE CORAL Death penalty or life in prison: what’s next for Wade Wilson? We are waiting to hear if a judge will take the recommendation from the jury and sentence Wilson to death.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for June 26, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for June 26, 2024.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for sexually molesting a 7-year-old A Cape Coral man has been arrested after authorities say he sexually molested a child in his care.
Collier teachers ask district for salary increase; parents agree Collier teachers presented a counteroffer to the district Wednesday on what they believe they deserve to get paid.
WINK NEWS Jury recommends death for man who killed 5 women at Sebring bank The jury is recommending the judge consider the death penalty for the man who executed five women in a Sebring bank.
MARCO ISLAND 6-month-long project for water replacement in Marco Island The City of Marco Island is replacing the existing water, wastewater, and reuse mains at the North Collier Boulevard Bridge.
Visitors to Charlotte County up 26% amid plans to entice more There was a 26% increase in visitors to Charlotte County for the second fiscal quarter, January through March 2024, and the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau is planning ways to direct more to the county’s attractions.
Herc Rentals expands with new Fort Myers location As construction projects across Southwest Florida continue, Herc Rentals needed to expand to meet the demand for its equipment.
Beware of Scam: Fraud Alert for Collier County The Collier County Sheriff’s Office wants the public to be aware of a scam that is circulating and misrepresenting the law enforcement department.
IMMOKALEE Immokalee man accused of leaving dog tied up outside in rain An Immokalee man has been arrested after allegedly leaving his dog tied up outside with only his partially inundated doghouse for shelter.
SWFL criminals on death row With the recent cases of Wade Wilson and Zephen Xaver, who both potentially face death sentences for their crimes of random murder, one might wonder who else from Southwest Florida is awaiting execution.
MARCO ISLAND Woman wanted for stealing hundreds of dollars worth of items from Marco Island store A woman is wanted after being caught on video stealing hundreds of dollars worth of merchandise from a Marco Island retail store.
Collier workforce housing, vet nursing home inching forward An affordable workforce housing project on the Golden Gate Golf Course that was granted an extension in May by Collier County commissioners received Department of Housing and Urban Development approval, with construction expected to begin this fall.
PORT CHARLOTTE 2 women arrested in Port Charlotte, allegedly part of retail theft ring According to the Port Charlotte Sheriff’s Office, a pair of women have been arrested for stealing over $400 worth of merchandise from a Burlington Store in Port Charlotte.
FORT MYERS Habitat for Humanity and Fort Myers team up to build affordable housing Jaylen Watkins Street is about to change, as the Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency will transform a plot of land into an affordable housing community.
CAPE CORAL Death penalty or life in prison: what’s next for Wade Wilson? We are waiting to hear if a judge will take the recommendation from the jury and sentence Wilson to death.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for June 26, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for June 26, 2024.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for sexually molesting a 7-year-old A Cape Coral man has been arrested after authorities say he sexually molested a child in his care.
Collier teachers ask district for salary increase; parents agree Collier teachers presented a counteroffer to the district Wednesday on what they believe they deserve to get paid.
WINK NEWS Jury recommends death for man who killed 5 women at Sebring bank The jury is recommending the judge consider the death penalty for the man who executed five women in a Sebring bank.
MARCO ISLAND 6-month-long project for water replacement in Marco Island The City of Marco Island is replacing the existing water, wastewater, and reuse mains at the North Collier Boulevard Bridge.
Visitors to Charlotte County up 26% amid plans to entice more There was a 26% increase in visitors to Charlotte County for the second fiscal quarter, January through March 2024, and the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau is planning ways to direct more to the county’s attractions.
Herc Rentals expands with new Fort Myers location As construction projects across Southwest Florida continue, Herc Rentals needed to expand to meet the demand for its equipment.
Beware of Scam: Fraud Alert for Collier County The Collier County Sheriff’s Office wants the public to be aware of a scam that is circulating and misrepresenting the law enforcement department.
IMMOKALEE Immokalee man accused of leaving dog tied up outside in rain An Immokalee man has been arrested after allegedly leaving his dog tied up outside with only his partially inundated doghouse for shelter.
SWFL criminals on death row With the recent cases of Wade Wilson and Zephen Xaver, who both potentially face death sentences for their crimes of random murder, one might wonder who else from Southwest Florida is awaiting execution.
MARCO ISLAND Woman wanted for stealing hundreds of dollars worth of items from Marco Island store A woman is wanted after being caught on video stealing hundreds of dollars worth of merchandise from a Marco Island retail store.
Collier workforce housing, vet nursing home inching forward An affordable workforce housing project on the Golden Gate Golf Course that was granted an extension in May by Collier County commissioners received Department of Housing and Urban Development approval, with construction expected to begin this fall.
(Credit: Naples, Marco Island, Everglades CVB) The economic impact of tourism in Collier County increased 12.7% since the start of the fiscal year in October, with most visitors coming from the Midwest and Northeast. Direct spending by visitors increased by 14.1% in May, with the total economic impact of tourism growing 13.9%, Jay Tusa, tourism director for the Naples, Marco Island, Everglades Convention & Visitors Bureau, told the county Tourism Development Council at its June 18 meeting. Records show 6.79 million visitors spent $1.94 billion, with an economic impact of $2.69 billion this fiscal year. “We saw an increase in the number of couples visiting in the area,” Tusa said, adding that out-of-state visitors made up half the growth overall, while international visitors, including those from Canada, Germany and the U.K., totaled 17%. “That’s a significant number for international visitation.” To read more at Gulfshore Business, click here.