With each turn of a screw, Publix’s Special mechanic Gene Anderson preserves tradition. He chuckled as…
Month: January 2020
Thoughts on the Oscar Nominations (Part 2)
By Bob Garver Last week I looked at the nominees in the Acting categories for…
It’s time to support REAL Leadership for the Lee County Sheriff Office
Editorial – Written the editorial Staff of the Lehigh Acres Gazette It’s really simple … Current…
Guilty as Charged in Vehicular Homicide Case
Bobby Beefcake Hodges III, 25, of Lehigh Acres, was found guilty as charged of two counts…
25 Years in Prison for Crimes Against a Child
Karl Roblin, 24, of Lehigh Acres, was sentenced to 25 years in prison, followed by Lifetime…
Home invasion robbers still on the run
Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help locating and tracking down three suspects…
The countdown has started for the Southwest Florida’s Hero Fest
The Southwest Florida’s Hero Fest, formerly known as the Lehigh Spring Festival, kicks-off on Thursday, Feb.…
The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools Announces 33rd Annual Golden Apple Recognition Program Award Finalists
The Foundation for Lee County Public Schools is pleased to announce the 33rd Annual Golden Apple…
Did You Know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that Florida parents have always relied on their Natural Rights…
Traffic stop leads deputies to drugs and a weapon
Lee County Deputies say they were able to take drugs and a gun off our streets…
Kobe – preparing for shocking death
By Dr. Glenn Mollette The world was shocked January 26, 2020 by the sudden death of…
Lehigh Acres Family burning a bag causes 1-acre brush fire
Five units responded from the Lehigh Acres Fire District to a brush fire at the 2400…
Greater Lehigh Acres Chamber of Commerce Gala Honors
The Greater Lehigh Acres Chamber of Commerce held its annual gala Saturday at the Plantation Golf…
Lehigh Acres Spring Festival Ends, New Festival Festival Will Replace It?
The 45-year-old Lehigh Acres Spring Festival will end to make way for a new community festival;…
Thoughts on the Oscar Nominations (Part 1)
By Bob Garver The Super Bowl maybe this coming weekend, but the weekend after is…
Burglar Caught in the Act, Sentenced to Prison
Emanuel Collazo Adorno was sentenced to 7 years in prison for Burglary of a Dwelling, Grand…
The Groundhog’s Last Plane Ride
By Dr. Glenn Mollette Groundhog Punxsutawney Phil is coming out soon to see or not see his…
Do The Right Thing – Lee County Sheriff’s Office
Lehigh Lehigh students doing the right things Logan Kletschka of Lehigh Acres, is a fourth grade…
Florida is a closed primary.
Florida is a closed primary.If you would like to vote in the primary for partisan seats…
Did you know?
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know there has been a recent Florida State-wide initiative to legalize…
Lee County Tax Collector offers self-service kiosks to renew vehicle registration
Lee County Tax Collector is introducing another quick and easy way to renew vehicle registrations. Digital self-service…
What is this world coming to? Melt Down at Walmart
Grab your popcorn and watch this video WARNING contains adult language
Twins come to Lehigh Acres for Free Event
Free event for all ages! The Twins will be on field 1 and will run drills…
Greater Lehigh Acres Chamber Teacher of the Year
Brittany Winschell is Teacher Teacher of the Year! Winschell is a 4th Grade Teacher at Lehigh…
Bad Boys for Life Movie Review
By Bob Garver In preparation for “Bad Boys for Life,” I watched the previous two…
Greater Lehigh Acres Chamber of Commerce Gala Awards
Maralyn Waline was named Chamber of Commerce Associate of the year; Fred Elliott was named Chamber Member of…
1-year-old in critical condition
A 1-year-old is in critical condition following an incident Friday morning according to Florida Highway Patrol.…
Texas man who went viral for licking tub of Blue Bell ice cream pleads guilty to criminal mischief
The Texas man who went viral for taking a tub of Blue Bell ice cream out…
Fight leads one to be arrested
Five Lee County deputies responded to a Mobil gas station on Joel Boulevard in Lehigh Acres due to a…
END of an institution — NO MORE Lehigh Acres Spring Festival after more than 40 years
The End of a Lehigh Acres institution since 1975. Lehigh Acres Festival organizers have officially changed…
Dogs rescued from house fire
Fire crews responded to a home fire in Lehigh Acres Thursday night at 907 Joel Blvd.…
Joel Boulevard reopens after a major chemical spill
Joel Boulevard reopens after fire crews worked to clean up a major chemical spill from a crash. …
February Programs at East County Regional Library
Adult Programs Download Drop-in 11 a.m. Mondays, Feb. 3, 17 Receive personalized help downloading e-books, movies, music,…
Man Found Guilty of Cruelty to Animals
Joshua Schlotmann was found guilty of one count of Cruelty to Animals, for holding a dog…
Ask Rusty – When Should I Claim My Widow’s Benefit?
Dear Rusty: My husband passed away at the age of 52, and I was 53. I am…
Rollover Crash Involving School Bus – One Injured
One person is hurt after a rollover crash involving school bus #2126 Wednesday morning. The accident…
Did you Know???
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that in our first American President’s farewell address, George Washington…
Exclusive: State Rep Spencer Roach Blocks Activist Randy Scott on Social Media – Lawsuit Filed
Roach has blocked activist Randy Scott from posting on Roach’s campaign Facebook page. The Lehigh Acres…
Exclusive: Activist Randy Scott files Federal lawsuit against Lehigh Acres Fire and Rescue District
This lawsuit raises the question of whether government such as the Lehigh Fire District is obligated…