White stain on front-side of Richards Building can stayLargest haunted attraction in SWFL at Lee Civic Center
FORT MYERS White stain on front-side of Richards Building can stay The white stain on the front-facing side of the historic Richards Building in downtown Fort Myers will not be required to be removed, following Wednesday’s city council meeting.
FORT MYERS Largest haunted attraction in SWFL at Lee Civic Center The largest haunted attraction in Southwest Florida is being held at the Lee Civic Center starting Thursday.
NAPLES Housing development geared toward older people opens in Naples A housing development in Collier County recently opened, and it is geared toward older people looking for affordable housing.
FORT MYERS “If it was remotely possible, that means it was possible”; Lee County man learns he has breast cancer Although it is very uncommon, men get breast cancer, too. The disease affects about one percent of men compared to one in eight women who are diagnosed.
NEAR PUNTA GORDA Upcoming lane closure on Bermont Road east of Punta Gorda Drivers should prepare to choose different routes in anticipation of a lane closure on Bermont Road in Charlotte County.
CAPE CORAL Bees in search of food after back-to-back storms Back-to-back hurricanes have left one of the insects that keep Southwest Florida beautiful starving.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for October 30, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for October 30, 2024.
BOCA GRANDE Household chemical waste event in Boca Grande to help with Milton cleanup Lee County is inviting Boca Grande residents to dispose of household chemical waste products at a local community collection event.
Charlotte County Public Schools to offer manufacturing program Students interested in advanced manufacturing careers will be able to enroll in manufacturing programs at Port Charlotte High School and Charlotte Technical College.
Over 50 arrests made by LCSO after significant operation Over 50 people have been arrested after the Lee County Sheriff’s Office conducted an operation they dubbed Trick or Tweak.
CAPE CORAL Charity event to help employees affected by Cape Coral Boathouse fire South Cape Hospitality & Entertainment Association will host a charity event to help employees affected by a restaurant fire.
Police report released on fatal choking at Laurel Oak Elementary A new Collier County Sheriff’s Office police report has been released shedding insight into what happened on the day a fifth grader choked at lunch.
FORT MYERS Man arrested in connection to fatal shooting on Colonial Blvd. and Ortiz Ave. The Fort Myers Police Department has arrested a man accused of being connected to a fatal Sunday shooting on Colonial Boulevard and Ortiz Avenue.
Florida FPL considering rate increase for customers in 2025 Florida Power & Light has asked the Florida Public Service Commission to approve a temporary surcharge on customer bills in 2025.
The Weather Authority Warmer with a few showers for your Wednesday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a warmer Wednesday afternoon with breezier conditions along with the possibility of a few showers.
FORT MYERS White stain on front-side of Richards Building can stay The white stain on the front-facing side of the historic Richards Building in downtown Fort Myers will not be required to be removed, following Wednesday’s city council meeting.
FORT MYERS Largest haunted attraction in SWFL at Lee Civic Center The largest haunted attraction in Southwest Florida is being held at the Lee Civic Center starting Thursday.
NAPLES Housing development geared toward older people opens in Naples A housing development in Collier County recently opened, and it is geared toward older people looking for affordable housing.
FORT MYERS “If it was remotely possible, that means it was possible”; Lee County man learns he has breast cancer Although it is very uncommon, men get breast cancer, too. The disease affects about one percent of men compared to one in eight women who are diagnosed.
NEAR PUNTA GORDA Upcoming lane closure on Bermont Road east of Punta Gorda Drivers should prepare to choose different routes in anticipation of a lane closure on Bermont Road in Charlotte County.
CAPE CORAL Bees in search of food after back-to-back storms Back-to-back hurricanes have left one of the insects that keep Southwest Florida beautiful starving.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for October 30, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for October 30, 2024.
BOCA GRANDE Household chemical waste event in Boca Grande to help with Milton cleanup Lee County is inviting Boca Grande residents to dispose of household chemical waste products at a local community collection event.
Charlotte County Public Schools to offer manufacturing program Students interested in advanced manufacturing careers will be able to enroll in manufacturing programs at Port Charlotte High School and Charlotte Technical College.
Over 50 arrests made by LCSO after significant operation Over 50 people have been arrested after the Lee County Sheriff’s Office conducted an operation they dubbed Trick or Tweak.
CAPE CORAL Charity event to help employees affected by Cape Coral Boathouse fire South Cape Hospitality & Entertainment Association will host a charity event to help employees affected by a restaurant fire.
Police report released on fatal choking at Laurel Oak Elementary A new Collier County Sheriff’s Office police report has been released shedding insight into what happened on the day a fifth grader choked at lunch.
FORT MYERS Man arrested in connection to fatal shooting on Colonial Blvd. and Ortiz Ave. The Fort Myers Police Department has arrested a man accused of being connected to a fatal Sunday shooting on Colonial Boulevard and Ortiz Avenue.
Florida FPL considering rate increase for customers in 2025 Florida Power & Light has asked the Florida Public Service Commission to approve a temporary surcharge on customer bills in 2025.
The Weather Authority Warmer with a few showers for your Wednesday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a warmer Wednesday afternoon with breezier conditions along with the possibility of a few showers.
The largest haunted attraction in Southwest Florida will be held at the Lee Civic Center on Halloween. Designed by Fort Myers native Wayne Anderson, the 17,000-square-foot walk-through maze features original costumes and special effects. Anderson is a self-taught artist who has created sculptural effects for several hit movies. Including: “Avatar 2” (2022) “The Predator” (2018) “Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom” (2018) “Underworld: Blood Wars “IT” (2017) “Ghostbusters” (2016) Wayne has spent over a decade honing his craft in Los Angeles, and now he’s bringing his skills back to his hometown. The haunted maze’s theme is “Legends of Oblivion.” The haunted maze opens on Thursday and continues through the weekend. It opens again on the following weekend, starting on Friday, Nov. 8, and continuing through Nov. 10. Note: the organizers warn that this attraction may be too graphic and intense for children under 12. Parental supervision is advised. For ticketing and more attraction information, visit hauntedswfl.com.