State considers end of 10-day hunting license for non-Floridians
Non-Floridians may have to purchase an annual license to hunt in Florida, with a proposal to eliminate the 10-day license option before the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. The agenda for the May 13 commission meeting in Fort Myers includes a proposed rule change to eliminate the 10-day license...
Teacher arrested at school on sex-with-student allegations
PORT CHARLOTTE — Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested a Port Charlotte High School teacher at school Wednesday on charges stemming from sexual activity with one of her students on campus.
Englewood Pedestrian Killed In Late-Night Crash At Grove City Intersection
A late-night walk in Charlotte County ended in tragedy Tuesday when a pedestrian was struck and killed at the intersection of San Casa Drive and 10th Street in the Grove City neighborhood. Emergency crews shut down the area while investigators worked through the night. Florida Highway Patrol troopers say a...
Van driver arrested after deadly hit-and-run drags bicycle in Englewood
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. — A 33-year-old Englewood man riding a bicycle was killed in a hit-and-run crash Monday night on San Casa Drive in Charlotte County, and troopers said the driver was later found and arrested. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash happened 8:45 p.m. near 10th...
Former Chillicothe physician assistant seeks bond reduction, return to Ohio under monitoring
FORT MYERS, Florida — Former Chillicothe‑area physician assistant Rufus Frank Lowman, who faces life in prison on child sexual abuse charges, remains in the Lee County Jail as his attorney seeks to reduce his bond and modify his release conditions, according to newly filed court records. Lowman, 57,...
Four-vehicle crash on Alico Road in San Carlos Park injures two
SAN CARLOS PARK, Fla. — Two people were injured after a four-vehicle crash led to one vehicle rolling over along Alico Road at Phlox Drive near San Carlos Park. According to the San Carlos Park Fire Protection and Rescue Service District, crews were dispatched to the scene at approximately 1:20 p.m. Tuesday.
Suncoast veterans head to Washington, D.C. for Honor Flight 2026
PUNTA GORDA, Fla. (WWSB) - An Honor Flight departed the Punta Gorda Airport just before 6 a.m. Tuesday, heading to Washington, D.C., with a full plane of veterans, guardians, loved ones and friends. The early-morning sendoff included a water salute as the aircraft lifted off, marking what many describe as...
Woman arrested after malnourished dog, snake found dead in Fort Myers apartment
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A woman was arrested in Fort Myers on Monday after a dead dog and a dead snake were found in her apartment. According to the Fort Myers Police Department, officers responded to an animal-related investigation at an apartment on Bellaria Way at around 8:36 p.m., with assistance from Lee County Domestic Animal Services and the Lee County Sheriff's Office...
SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco
Enjoy free admission to all museum exhibitions at The Baker Museum Art After Hours at The Baker Museum, from 6-9 p.m., Wednesday, April 29. Live music by local musicians and concessions at Heidi’s Place. The museum is at 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd., in Naples. Information: artisnaples.org. Rockin’ Bash 2...
Estero Senior Amateur Invitational returns to Estero Country Club April 28-30
ESTERO, Florida – Estero Country Club will host the 3rd annual Estero Senior Amateur Invitational April 28-30, featuring an elite field of senior amateur golfers from across the country, competing across four age divisions: Senior (55–64), Super Senior (65–69), Legends (70–74), and Grand Masters (75+). Last...
