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Ohio man sentenced to nearly four years for illegal firearm possession

FORT MYERS, Florida - Russell Renney, a 51-year-old from Ohio, has been sentenced to three years and ten months in federal prison for possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. Renney pleaded guilty on December 4, 2025, according to U.S. Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe. Court documents reveal that Renney contacted an inform
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Loving, friendly 3-year-old mixed breed dog, Biscuits, seeks forever home

FORT MYERS, Fla. — On Tuesday, the Gulf Coast Humane Society brought Biscuits into the studio. The gentle, loyal terrier is 3 years old and looking for a forever home. She is 60 pounds. The Humane Society says she is full of love and makes friends everywhere she goes.
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Three for 3: A Father’s Day trio worth noting

If your dad is a connoisseur of seafood or steak, look no further than Connor’s with aged steaks and high-end food from the sea. From prime rib to filet mignon, this local favorite specializes in hearty portions. On the surf side of the menu, dad may have a hard time choosing between the dense crab cakes or shrimp and
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Duluth airport brings back direct flight to Fort Myers

DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - The Duluth International Airport is bringing back the direct flight to Fort Myers, Florida. The Sun Country flight from Duluth to Fort Myers will return on Jan. 29, 2027, and will continue through April. It will be offered twice a week, mostly on Mondays and Fridays.
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Fort Myers woman recounts stroke survival to raise awareness

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Stroke diagnoses are reportedly increasing among women in Florida, particularly those aged 45–64, and one Lee County woman is sharing her story of survival to raise awareness. "I know that God has an assignment for me, and he chose me for this," Taunya Cola...
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Minnesota buyer borrows $30.5M for Fort Myers industrial property

Capital Partners, a Minnesota-based commercial real estate firm, has bought a Fort Myers industrial park using $30.5 million in acquisition financing for the deal. The park is the Meridian Business Center on Parallel Drive, just off on Interstate Commerce Drive and near Interstate 75. CBRE Capital Markets, which struct
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Ohio Man In Florida Trades Rifle For 46 Months In Federal Prison

ATF Agent (SOURCE: ATF) An Ohio man will spend nearly four years in federal prison...
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Good News For The Animals

Lee County Domestic Animal Services has received a grant that will boost training for its staff and staff at other agencies, better preparing first responders for the next hurricane or natural disaster. The ASAR Swiftwater Rescue & Boat Operations Training will take place June 11−14 at various Lee County locations....
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Progress visible on Daniels Parkway diverging diamond project at I-75 interchange

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Crews will close the interstate ramps and some lanes on Daniels Parkway in Lee County starting Monday night as part of the ongoing diverging diamond project at the I-75 interchange, which has been under construction for six months. The closures will begin at 9 p.m....
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SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco

Top events of the week: 3 To Do: Farrant at Arts Bonita; Shell Museum discount; Rookery camp. Theatre Conspiracy had planned to pack up and move to North Carolina this year. Instead, the long-running theater company decided to stay longer with shows planned over the summer and beyond. First up: “Almost, Maine.” In John

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