The School District of Lee County’s newest school, Gateway High School has been completed ahead of…
Year: 2021
Sens. Scott, Rubio look to end federal unemployment benefits to ‘get Americans back to work’
Florida U.S. Senators Rick Scott and Marco Rubio are aiming to “get Americans back to work,”…
Citizens help remove injured people from flipped car on SR 82
One person was taken to the hospital after a rollover crash on SR 82 and Buckingham…
Publix, Trader Joe’s, Walmart will no longer require masks in stores for vaccinated shoppers
Even though the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday said fully vaccinated people don’t have…
Department of Homeland Security issued a National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin
On Friday, the Department of Homeland Security issued a National Terrorism Advisory System Bulletin. In it,…
Local man wins half a million dollars two weeks before his birthday
A Lehigh Acres man got lucky and won $500,000 in a scratch-off game two weeks before…
McDonald’s boosting starting pay to $11-$17 an hour at company-owned restaurants
The fast-food chain announced Thursday it is boosting entry-level pay to a range of $11 to $17 an…
School District of Lee County launches portal on interim superintendent search
The School District of Lee County has launched a webpage to help you get involved in…
CDC Drops Most Mask Rules for the Fully Vaccinated
Exception for crowded places indoors like buses, planes, hospitals, homeless shelters, and jails CDC issued new guidance on…
Hummer catches fire after driver fills up four 5-gallon gas cans
A hummer in Citrus County caught fire on Wednesday morning right after the driver filled up…
DeSantis signs ‘alcohol to-go drinks’ bill
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis was in Volusia County Thursday morning to sign a bill that makes…
Fort Myers city council approves contract for Marty Lawing despite NAACP’s concerns
A new pick for the city manager at the City of Fort Myers is coming under…
Attorney General’s Price Gouging Hotline is Activated
@AGAshleyMoody wants you to know that the Attorney General’s Price Gouging Hotline is Activated! Let’s keep…
Gary Bratton in Lehigh Acres is calling on Lee County to do more to regulate dangerous dogs
Bratton still recovering from injuries after he was attacked in his neighborhood last week by a…
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity is warning by the month’s end, there will be more restrictions for people to qualify for unemployment benefits.
After multiple renewals, Gov. Ron DeSantis’ “work search” waiver will expire May 29, followed by the…
Gas, Gas, and who is hoarding the Gas?
Last week the Colonial Pipeline was affected by a cyber-attack that has disrupted their supply/distribution. The…
Americans can begin applying for $50 off their monthly internet bill
Americans can begin applying for $50 off their monthly internet bill on Wednesday as part of…
‘Deadly consequences’ | Don’t put gas in plastic bags
Gas has become a premium over the past few days as a pipeline shutdown has sent drivers into a frenzy…
Concerns raised about Fort Myers new City Manager’s past
The Fort Myers City Manager is already under fire less than two weeks after being picked.…
Five car fires in five days
There have been five car fires in the past five days in Lee County, and some…
Gov. DeSantis declares state of emergency over gasoline supply
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday evening declared a gasoline-related state of emergency, including activating the Florida National…
Children shouldn’t wear face masks in school, says Florida’s Governor DeSantis
Children should not wear face masks in school. That was the stern message from Florida Gov.…
Federal lawsuit challenging Florida anti-riot bill claims law targets Blacks
Several groups have joined to file a federal lawsuit on behalf of Black-led organizations challenging a…
Just in time for June Weddings! Singer/songwriter Timothy Craig
Timothy Craig, a singer/songwriter who grew up in Ft. Myers, just released his new single “Forever…
Car Fire 50th Street North
Lehigh fire crews were able to put out a fire that overtook a car in Lehigh…
Did you know
By Paul Waldmiller Did you know that Charlie Crist is again running for Governor? Crist, who…
Hurricane Season Starts June 1; Red Cross Urges People to Get Ready Now
National Hurricane Preparedness Week runs from May 9 through May 15, and the American Red Cross…
Two injured in a hit and run crash
Two people suffered minor injury in a hit and run crash on Lee Boulevard and Alaska…
Early morning lightning strike
Yikes! Look what an early morning lightning strike did today in the panhandle! The bolt struck…
Florida boy, 14, charged with 2nd-degree murder in girl’s death
A 14-year-old boy has been charged with second-degree murder in the death of a 13-year-old girl…
Developing a life plan
Dr. Glenn Mollette Have something to look forward to every day. Work a job. Work in…
Fire on Dudley Ave
A vehicle fire on Dudley Ave sparked a brush fire this afternoon right next to a…
May is Water Safety Month!
As the summer approaches, remember to never swim alone and always have fun.
Fort Myers Councilman proposes dissolving Fort Myers police and having the Sheriff’s Office take over
A Fort Myers Councilman has started a discussion about dissolving the Fort Myers Police Department for…
Publix will offer walk-in COVID-19 vaccinations starting Monday
All Publix Pharmacy locations will provide COVID-19 vaccinations to walk-in customers starting Monday, another indication that…
What do you think about this video?
Today Ron DeSantis attacked our democracy by suppressing our vote and suppressing the media. Dictators do…
Bail set in case of two teens in case of the stolen truck, head-on collision
The two men involved in a vehicle crash in a stolen car on Thursday appeared in…
Two dogs abandoned with a message on their collars
Two dogs were dumped and left with nothing but their collars with a message written on…
3 injured in rollover crash involving stolen truck
A vehicle involved in a head-on rollover crash Thursday morning was stolen, according to the sheriff’s…
Lehigh Fire purchased an AeroClave unit
We are keeping things clean so everyone stays healthy! Our department has purchased AeroClave decontamination systems…
One dead, another injured after a small plane crashes near LaBelle
One person has died and a second was injured after a small plane crashed near LaBelle,…