Couple struggling after hurricanes receives $10K from Cape Coral High studentsFEMA denies extension for business trailers on Fort Myers Beach
CAPE CORAL Couple struggling after hurricanes receives $10K from Cape Coral High students A couple who lost everything to Hurricane Milton has received a blessing in more ways than one.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA denies extension for business trailers on Fort Myers Beach FEMA has denied an extension for business trailers on Fort Myers Beach.
Mistrial declared in case of former Hendry County deputy A mistrial has been called in the trial of Tyler Williams, a former Hendry County deputy. The court declared the mistrial after the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict on either count in the indictment. Williams was charged with two felonies in federal court in early April 2024, after knocking a handcuffed man unconscious. […]
Examining healthy breast tissue to understand how cancer starts A new approach being researched by scientists has led to the examination of healthy breast tissue to better understand how cancer develops.
Analysts: Charlotte County’s rapid population growth calls for more services Charlotte County’s population has shown unprecedented growth, increasing 5.2% from June 2023 to March 2024.
FORT MYERS Man accused of attempted burglary while nude in Fort Myers; covers head with white cloth The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man who stands accused of attempted burglary while wearing nothing but a white cloth over his head.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of breaking into 6 different businesses A man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into six different businesses in Southeast Cape Coral this month.
COLLIER COUNTY DOH-Collier issues blue-green algae health alert for Lake Avalon It’s official: the Florida Department of Health in Collier County (DOH-Collier) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Avalon.
lehigh acres 25 students treated for heat exhaustion on Lehigh Sr. High School football field The Tice Fire Department treated around 25 students for heat exhaustion on the Lehigh Senior High School football field.
PORT CHARLOTTE Market Circle on Enterprise Drive in Charlotte County to be closed for road work A portion of Enterprise Drive will be closed temporarily for road work on Market Circle in Charlotte County.
Tim Aten Knows: Collier details road projects in Estates Design of the Randall Boulevard widening and Randall-Immokalee Road intersection project in Golden Gate Estates began in mid-2022, but construction is not expected to start for another two years.
FGCU hosts emergency disaster drill training Florida Gulf Coast University is more ready than ever after hosting an emergency disaster drill training to educate students on how first responders prepare for crises.
the weather authority Few showers along a front moving through this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front dropping temperatures along with a few afternoon showers this Friday.
the weather authority Tracking Tropical Storm Sara; likely to dissipate over Central America The Weather Authority is monitoring Tropical Storm Sara, which is expected to strengthen slightly before dissipation over Central America.
NAPLES “Don’t give up. You’re worth it. God sees you.” St. Matthew’s graduates speak out Susan and Dustin Cheatwood credit the Justin’s Place recovery program for saving their lives and stopping them from becoming a statistic.
CAPE CORAL Couple struggling after hurricanes receives $10K from Cape Coral High students A couple who lost everything to Hurricane Milton has received a blessing in more ways than one.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA denies extension for business trailers on Fort Myers Beach FEMA has denied an extension for business trailers on Fort Myers Beach.
Mistrial declared in case of former Hendry County deputy A mistrial has been called in the trial of Tyler Williams, a former Hendry County deputy. The court declared the mistrial after the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict on either count in the indictment. Williams was charged with two felonies in federal court in early April 2024, after knocking a handcuffed man unconscious. […]
Examining healthy breast tissue to understand how cancer starts A new approach being researched by scientists has led to the examination of healthy breast tissue to better understand how cancer develops.
Analysts: Charlotte County’s rapid population growth calls for more services Charlotte County’s population has shown unprecedented growth, increasing 5.2% from June 2023 to March 2024.
FORT MYERS Man accused of attempted burglary while nude in Fort Myers; covers head with white cloth The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man who stands accused of attempted burglary while wearing nothing but a white cloth over his head.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of breaking into 6 different businesses A man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into six different businesses in Southeast Cape Coral this month.
COLLIER COUNTY DOH-Collier issues blue-green algae health alert for Lake Avalon It’s official: the Florida Department of Health in Collier County (DOH-Collier) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Avalon.
lehigh acres 25 students treated for heat exhaustion on Lehigh Sr. High School football field The Tice Fire Department treated around 25 students for heat exhaustion on the Lehigh Senior High School football field.
PORT CHARLOTTE Market Circle on Enterprise Drive in Charlotte County to be closed for road work A portion of Enterprise Drive will be closed temporarily for road work on Market Circle in Charlotte County.
Tim Aten Knows: Collier details road projects in Estates Design of the Randall Boulevard widening and Randall-Immokalee Road intersection project in Golden Gate Estates began in mid-2022, but construction is not expected to start for another two years.
FGCU hosts emergency disaster drill training Florida Gulf Coast University is more ready than ever after hosting an emergency disaster drill training to educate students on how first responders prepare for crises.
the weather authority Few showers along a front moving through this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front dropping temperatures along with a few afternoon showers this Friday.
the weather authority Tracking Tropical Storm Sara; likely to dissipate over Central America The Weather Authority is monitoring Tropical Storm Sara, which is expected to strengthen slightly before dissipation over Central America.
NAPLES “Don’t give up. You’re worth it. God sees you.” St. Matthew’s graduates speak out Susan and Dustin Cheatwood credit the Justin’s Place recovery program for saving their lives and stopping them from becoming a statistic.
Downtown Arcadia. CREDIT: Luke Wilson Arcadia business owners want you to know they are open. Ian destroyed the downtown area, but after, the business owners of downtown Arcadia rallied together to clean up. Now, they are back open. The devastating destruction Ian caused to Arcadia’s downtown closed businesses and affected shopping and tourism. “Ian was very devastating to us. It flooded our store, so all our merchandise was ruined. My windows were gone, and my flooring was gone,” said Denise Harn, co-owner of Honey Bells Boutique & Gifts. “I felt when we moved to Arcadia, we were inland, and that made me feel safe, and I was glad to live a little further off the coast to not have to deal with the hurricane again, and then it ended up being worse,” said Angie Holiday-Squire, owner of Wheelers Cafe. Business owners got together and worked with each other to clean up West Oak Street. Five of them sat down with us Friday morning. “I said I need to go see what happened at the store, and we went there, and it was just everybody was already on the street. They were already cleaning it up and working together to try to make it presentable and not a hazard. It took a while, but I think we did a good job,” Denise Harn said. “I felt honored to be there because it felt like we all came together, so it seems like I got to know everybody kind of all at once,” said Laura Partridge, owner of Mixed Emotions Craft Studio & Retro Boutique and Laura’s Good Vibe Tribe. The historic street is known for its charm, which is why so many worked together to save it, bringing awareness to the unique downtown is the goal. “Every store has a story and it has its own quirkiness and uniqueness and charm,” said Ashley Harn, co-owner of Honey Belles Boutique & Gifts & Founder of Shop Downtown Arcadia. Business owners say it’s the little town that just won’t give up. Over 30 businesses make up downtown Arcadia, including five boutiques, 11 antique stories, and six eateries. Twenty-five of those are female-owned, and 20 new businesses have opened since Hurricane Ian. There is also a revolving farmers market. “There’s shopping districts within driving distance that you can do for a day. Charming cafes, unique stores, nostalgic antique stores, and then the nightlife that we have and even day life,” said Ashley Harn. The new diversity in the area has been helping with growth. “What I see coming into Arcadia is giving it a stronger foundation and giving a more diverse culture to come seeking out what is our treasures down here, which is fantastic,” said Toni Badovinac, owner of Glass Antique-or-Not. One thing’s for sure: everyone is proud of how far this little town has come. “I’m proud of the men and women who are here and supporting us and working together. It’s been a fantastic journey to go on with him,” said Badovinac. The best part is that parking is free. 4 new businesses are in the works to open. Business owners told us that Wednesday through Saturday are the best days to visit, as most businesses are open.