Neighbors react to chaos at Barefoot LakeThe story of Ollie’s Pub and what kept it open through years of hardships
BAREFOOT LAKE Neighbors react to chaos at Barefoot Lake Imagine being scared to leave your home on the weekends. Ana and Anrik understand the feeling all too well.
CAPE CORAL The story of Ollie’s Pub and what kept it open through years of hardships Before Ollie’s housed weekly events, packed to the brim with artwork and home to many, it was a simple dream and an empty space.
Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 1, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 1, 2024.
FORT MYERS BEACH Remembering Fort Myers Beach ‘Mayor’ Brad Benson To know Brad Benson was to know a legend. He recently passed away at the age of 71 after battling health issues.
CAPE CORAL Proposed Cape Coral City Council meeting time change fails In a 4 to 4 vote, the motion to move Cape Coral meeting times from 4:30 to 9 a.m. failed.
Greater Dunbar initiative begins A duplex that has been around since the 1960s and is filled with generations of memories is being demolished.
Caught on camera: funnel clouds, hail and more during thunderstorm Wednesday’s thunderstorms storms have produced hail and funnel clouds.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New mammography guidelines Breast cancer is much easier to treat when it’s caught early.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral church picking up the pieces after massive fire Calvary Connection ministries is unrecognizable after a massive fire swept through a Cape Coral Complex on Monday.
CAPE CORAL Day Two of FEMA code compliance hearings in Cape Coral Another 50 people were summoned Wednesday for the second day of code compliance hearings before the special magistrate.
PUNTA GORDA Cracking down on vapes in Charlotte County schools Vaping is taking over, and that’s why three Charlotte County High schools are testing out vape sensors.
State lawmakers want to hear your opinion on voting in Lee County Right now, everyone votes for or against all five of the Lee Commissioners, but they’re talking about changing the system so that each commissioner represents a specific part of the county.
FORT MYERS Migrants entering Florida under controversial parole program The House Committee on Homeland Security has released documents, which show a surge in migrants entering the United States through a parole program, sparking debate over immigration policies and border security.
North Collier firefighter beats cancer, educates others on safety He’s a father, son, friend and mentor, but for the last four years, he’s been in a battle for his life.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral A man wanted for questioning in the death of his brother at his Cape Coral home has been arrested in Pennsylvania.
BAREFOOT LAKE Neighbors react to chaos at Barefoot Lake Imagine being scared to leave your home on the weekends. Ana and Anrik understand the feeling all too well.
CAPE CORAL The story of Ollie’s Pub and what kept it open through years of hardships Before Ollie’s housed weekly events, packed to the brim with artwork and home to many, it was a simple dream and an empty space.
Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 1, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 1, 2024.
FORT MYERS BEACH Remembering Fort Myers Beach ‘Mayor’ Brad Benson To know Brad Benson was to know a legend. He recently passed away at the age of 71 after battling health issues.
CAPE CORAL Proposed Cape Coral City Council meeting time change fails In a 4 to 4 vote, the motion to move Cape Coral meeting times from 4:30 to 9 a.m. failed.
Greater Dunbar initiative begins A duplex that has been around since the 1960s and is filled with generations of memories is being demolished.
Caught on camera: funnel clouds, hail and more during thunderstorm Wednesday’s thunderstorms storms have produced hail and funnel clouds.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New mammography guidelines Breast cancer is much easier to treat when it’s caught early.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral church picking up the pieces after massive fire Calvary Connection ministries is unrecognizable after a massive fire swept through a Cape Coral Complex on Monday.
CAPE CORAL Day Two of FEMA code compliance hearings in Cape Coral Another 50 people were summoned Wednesday for the second day of code compliance hearings before the special magistrate.
PUNTA GORDA Cracking down on vapes in Charlotte County schools Vaping is taking over, and that’s why three Charlotte County High schools are testing out vape sensors.
State lawmakers want to hear your opinion on voting in Lee County Right now, everyone votes for or against all five of the Lee Commissioners, but they’re talking about changing the system so that each commissioner represents a specific part of the county.
FORT MYERS Migrants entering Florida under controversial parole program The House Committee on Homeland Security has released documents, which show a surge in migrants entering the United States through a parole program, sparking debate over immigration policies and border security.
North Collier firefighter beats cancer, educates others on safety He’s a father, son, friend and mentor, but for the last four years, he’s been in a battle for his life.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral A man wanted for questioning in the death of his brother at his Cape Coral home has been arrested in Pennsylvania.
LEE COUNTY Points of Distribution for Lee County residents needing food and water Lee County is working with state and federal agencies to consolidate Points of Distribution (PODs) for residents that need food and water in the wake of Hurricane Ian. According to Lee County reports, the Points of Distribution will be available daily between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Points of Distribution locations that are still open: […]
LEHIGH ACRES Renovations to Veterans Park Academy to benefit all of Lehigh Acres While Lee County students are off for spring break, workers are making sure one school in Lehigh Acres is eventually able to open with renovations that will benefit the entire community. The budget for renovations to Veterans Park Academy for the Arts increased by more than $12 million because it is no longer just a […]
FORT MYERS Lee County to open sites for stray pets found after New Year’s Eve Lee County Domestic Animal Services staff will be at off-site locations available for residents to bring stray pets to be scanned for microchips for the “Do What’s Right – Reunite” initiative after New Year’s Eve. According to the county, the New Year’s holiday creates an influx of stray pets because fireworks celebrations frequently startle dogs […]
NAPLES Unrelenting heat causes Collier County advisory until Wednesday Florida is having one of its hottest summers to date, and coupled with the scarcity of rain, it’s becoming a big problem.
PUNTA GORDA Military Heritage Museum to hold Memorial Day ceremony in Punta Gorda The Military Heritage Museum is set to hold its annual Memorial Day ceremony in Punta Gorda. The ceremony will begin at 10 a.m. on May 30 in Veterans Park. This year’s ceremony is sponsored by the Charlotte County Veterans Council. After the ceremony, there will be a reception at the Military Heritage Museum at 900 […]
Lee County Lee County wants your input on spending $1.1B for Ian recovery You have a few more chances to weigh in on how Lee County will spend $1.1 billion in federal money.
COLLIER COUNTY Eva Welsher ranks top in pickleball women’s mixed doubles after the sport changed her life Eva Welsher picked up pickleball when she became an empty nester. Now, she’s the top ranked player on the Senior Pro Tour for women’s mixed doubles.
LEHIGH ACRES School board member displeased with expansion of Veterans Park Academy for the Arts A school in Lee County has a renovation project with an $18 million price tag. The campus of Veterans Park Academy for the Arts is expanding. Countless students between sixth grade and eighth grade will now have permanent stations. But not everyone is satisfied by this expansion. Lee County school board member Gwyn Gittens represents […]
FORT MYERS Lee County closing inland points of distribution for food, water Lee County says it is closing the remaining inland points of distribution for food and water on Wednesday afternoon. The county will close PODs at 5 p.m. at the following locations, as “water and power are restored, businesses reopen and nonprofits reopen, making additional food and meals available”: Old Bonita Library, 26876 Pine Ave. Cape […]
FORT MYERS 32 Lee County schools ready to reopen on Wednesday The Lee County school district announced that more schools will reopen on Wednesday. The schools include: Cape Elementary Cape Coral High Cape Coral Technical College Dunbar High East Lee County High Edgewood Elementary Estero High School Fort Myers Beach Elementary (Note: Fort Myers Beach Elementary students will start at San Carlos Park Elementary on Thursday) […]