Fort Myers library becomes refuge for homeless people as living costs rise

FORT MYERS, Fla. —

The downtown Fort Myers library is increasingly serving as a haven for people experiencing homelessness, offering free internet access, phone charging stations and air conditioning.

Community leaders say homelessness is growing in the city, citing inflation and the high cost of living as key factors. Many residents are now looking to Mayor-elect Amber Ware to address the issue…

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