Biden blocks Chinese-backed crypto mining firm from land ownership near Wyoming missile baseConstruction causing concerns for turtles nesting on FMB
WASHINGTON (AP) Biden blocks Chinese-backed crypto mining firm from land ownership near Wyoming missile base President Joe Biden on Monday issued an order blocking a Chinese-backed cryptocurrency mining firm from owning land near a Wyoming nuclear missile base, calling its proximity to the base a “national security risk.”
FORT MYERS BEACH Construction causing concerns for turtles nesting on FMB Would you be surprised to hear that turtles aren’t fans of sand castles?
BANYAN VILLAGE Parts of Hendry County affected by power outages Authorities are responding to a large-scale power outage in Hendry County.
FORT MYERS Miracle Moment: Shaina, Chris, and Cristobal Shaina Petit-Homme thought she was going to Golisano Children’s Hospital for an appointment.
ESTERO One lane blocked due to crash on Corkscrew and TPI Rd. Estero Fire Rescue is on the scene of a car crash at Corkscrew Road and TPI Road.
FORT MYERS ‘We see about 15,000 patient visits a year’ Gulf Coast Humane Society plans to build new veterinary clinic At a workshop Monday afternoon, the Fort Myers city council approved the Gulf Coast Humane Society’s request for additional land for future expansion.
ESTERO Attorneys meeting with landowners over BERT fallout If a railroad-turned bike path was cutting through your backyard, would you be concerned? Neighbors voiced their specific concerns Monday.
Solar tech dos and don’ts: How to avoid solar trouble Investing in solar power can save you big bucks on your energy bill, but con artists and unlicensed sales reps can leave customers high and dry.
Voters react to Glades Commissioner not living in his district Glades County District 1 Commissioner, Tony Whidden, doesn’t live in his district; and voters are not happy.
FGCU FGCU softball returns to NCAA Tournament after ASUN title FGCU softball wins the ASUN Tournament title and are back in the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 12 years.
NAPLES Naples police and fire rescue departments ask city council about hiring more staff The city of Naples Police and Fire-Rescue chiefs talked about the past, present, and future of their departments.
New Lee County teacher contract still doesn’t compete Last week, we told you how teachers and Lee County settled on contracts. Next, teachers will vote to approve the contract.
CAPE CORAL Well digging in Cape Coral soars amid water concerns A city’s water issue is coming to a head, and authorities said they are digging four times more than usual to keep the water flowing.
ESTERO Brush fire shuts down portion of Corkscrew Road in Estero Authorities are on the scene of a 15-acre brush fire in Estero, which is affecting traffic.
CAPE CORAL Skull discovered in Cape Coral canal, forensic testing underway A skull has been found in a canal in Southwest Florida’s largest city, leading to an investigation and testing.
WASHINGTON (AP) Biden blocks Chinese-backed crypto mining firm from land ownership near Wyoming missile base President Joe Biden on Monday issued an order blocking a Chinese-backed cryptocurrency mining firm from owning land near a Wyoming nuclear missile base, calling its proximity to the base a “national security risk.”
FORT MYERS BEACH Construction causing concerns for turtles nesting on FMB Would you be surprised to hear that turtles aren’t fans of sand castles?
BANYAN VILLAGE Parts of Hendry County affected by power outages Authorities are responding to a large-scale power outage in Hendry County.
FORT MYERS Miracle Moment: Shaina, Chris, and Cristobal Shaina Petit-Homme thought she was going to Golisano Children’s Hospital for an appointment.
ESTERO One lane blocked due to crash on Corkscrew and TPI Rd. Estero Fire Rescue is on the scene of a car crash at Corkscrew Road and TPI Road.
FORT MYERS ‘We see about 15,000 patient visits a year’ Gulf Coast Humane Society plans to build new veterinary clinic At a workshop Monday afternoon, the Fort Myers city council approved the Gulf Coast Humane Society’s request for additional land for future expansion.
ESTERO Attorneys meeting with landowners over BERT fallout If a railroad-turned bike path was cutting through your backyard, would you be concerned? Neighbors voiced their specific concerns Monday.
Solar tech dos and don’ts: How to avoid solar trouble Investing in solar power can save you big bucks on your energy bill, but con artists and unlicensed sales reps can leave customers high and dry.
Voters react to Glades Commissioner not living in his district Glades County District 1 Commissioner, Tony Whidden, doesn’t live in his district; and voters are not happy.
FGCU FGCU softball returns to NCAA Tournament after ASUN title FGCU softball wins the ASUN Tournament title and are back in the NCAA Tournament for the first time in 12 years.
NAPLES Naples police and fire rescue departments ask city council about hiring more staff The city of Naples Police and Fire-Rescue chiefs talked about the past, present, and future of their departments.
New Lee County teacher contract still doesn’t compete Last week, we told you how teachers and Lee County settled on contracts. Next, teachers will vote to approve the contract.
CAPE CORAL Well digging in Cape Coral soars amid water concerns A city’s water issue is coming to a head, and authorities said they are digging four times more than usual to keep the water flowing.
ESTERO Brush fire shuts down portion of Corkscrew Road in Estero Authorities are on the scene of a 15-acre brush fire in Estero, which is affecting traffic.
CAPE CORAL Skull discovered in Cape Coral canal, forensic testing underway A skull has been found in a canal in Southwest Florida’s largest city, leading to an investigation and testing.
CAPE CORAL Young child found only in underwear outdoors, father arrested A child in Lee County was found in nothing but his underwear near a canal by his father’s home. Police say his father was drinking at home, and there was marijuana the boy could get his hands on. The boy is staying with his biological mother now. Cape Coral Police Department arrested Raymel Santiesteban Wednesday […]
CAPE CORAL Police K9 unit dogs demonstrate skills in Cape Coral The life of a police dog may be quite a mystery to most individuals. Many of these dogs were once abandoned and left without hope. Some people got the opportunity to witness just what it takes to become a police dog for canines, who partner with law enforcement and serve their community. Police K9 unit […]
PARIS (AP) French security tear gas yellow vest protesters in Paris French security forces fired tear gas and flash-balls after a march through picturesque central Paris went from peaceful to provocative Saturday as several thousand protesters staged the yellow vest movement’s first action of 2019 to keep up pressure on President Emmanuel Macron. A river boat restaurant moored below the clashes on the Left Bank of […]
TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA (AP) 3 killed, 4 injured in shooting at California bowling alley Three men were fatally shot late Friday and four injured when a brawl at a popular Los Angeles-area bowling alley and karaoke bar erupted into gunfire that had terrified patrons, some children, running for their lives. Police in the coastal city of Torrance responded shortly after midnight to calls of shots fired at the Gable […]
TALLAHASSEE (AP) Gov.-elect DeSantis cancels parade ahead of gubernatorial inauguration There will be no parade when Florida Republican Gov.-elect Ron DeSantis is sworn in next week as the 46th governor. DeSantis will be sworn into office on Tuesday. The festivities begin with a prayer breakfast at Florida A&M University before the ceremony on the steps of the Historic Capitol Building and will continue with an […]
TALLAHASSEE (AP) Gov. Scott appoints Parkland shooting victim’s father to education board Florida Gov. Rick Scott is appointing to the state’s education board the father of a teenager killed during a school shooting in Parkland. Even though he is about to leave office, Scott announced nearly 80 appointments to various state boards on Friday. He appointed Andrew Pollack to the State Board of Education. The panel sets […]
FORT MYERS Patrons say Fort Myers bar has violent history, others disagree Concerned patrons are speaking out after brawls continue to break out at a bar in Lee County. The most recent incident sent an officer to the hospital after he was knocked down and slammed his head on pavement. People who go to a neighboring establishment say this is nothing new. The Fly Lounge off Colonial […]
NAPLES Man arrested for murder of 78-year-old Naples woman U.S. Marshals Florida Regional Task Force arrested Thomas J. Evans, 35, in Houston County, Georgia Friday for the murder of Frances Axley, 78, of Naples. Axley was found dead in her home off the 1300 block of Chesapeake Avenue by NPD Tuesday on New Year’s Day. Naples Police Department identified Evans as a suspect and […]
FORT MYERS Natural resources expert says Gulf offshore drilling proposal dangerous There is a moratorium on offshore drilling in place along Florida’s Gulf coast. There are about 4,000 active wells in the Gulf, none of them near the state. However, the moratorium is set to expire in less than five years., and Rep. Francis Rooney (R-Naples) wants to make it permanent. In Fort Myers, Jim Beever, […]
LEE COUNTY State law allows task forces to manage gun ownership After the state passed “The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Safety Act,” it created a “risk protection orders,” which allows a court to stop a violent or mentally ill person from buying or owning a gun. The law is aimed to keep guns out of hands of those who may be dangerous and keep schools […]