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Southwest Florida voters react to Biden dropping out of presidential race
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Voters in Southwest Florida had mixed reactions to President Joe Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race. Some voters said they think this is for the best, and others are disappointed in the Democratic Party. "My reaction was yay, and also a bad reaction as to...
Lee County DOT advises McGregor Boulevard motorists to use detoured route to access eastbound Colonial Boulevard
The Lee County Department of Transportation is advising McGregor Boulevard motorists heading east onto Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers to be aware of a detour and use caution during an upcoming, brief lane closure of the onramp. Work is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m., Wednesday, July 31, and be...
Community comes together to rescue stray dog
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — A group of people in Lee County teamed up to help rescue a stray dog who needed medical attention. In May, a stray dog who was dubbed River started showing up around the Port Sanibel Marina in south Fort Myers, and he was surviving on scraps. Trapping experts Lori Briggs and Lori Berroa stepped in. They set up a camera and food, hoping to catch a glimpse of him. They saw the dog but struggled to capture him and began to get worried after also spotting a bobcat on the camera. After several attempts, they finally got River.
Ordered by Florida to clean up its act, Fort Myers works to fix its water pollution problem
With swelling demand straining its antique wastewater infrastructure, it’s no wonder Fort Myers has water pollution problems. Fecal bacteria in its creeks, fountains "of raw sewage”, dirty construction runoff and dangerous spills have plagued the city for years. ...
Joe Biden drops out: Details on his five visits to Naples, Fort Myers since 2008
Since 2008 Joe Biden has visited Southwest Florida five times − once as the President of the United States and four times when he was the vice-president. Biden came to Naples and Fort Myers for a variety of reasons, including one time for some rest and relaxation on an island off the SWFL coastline.
FEMA relents: Lee County homeowners to keep National Flood Insurance Program discount
After months of worry that Lee County and most municipalities contained within its borders within had lost their flood insurance discount after their floodplain management ratings were adjusted downward, homeowners can breathe a sign of relief: the Federal Emergency Management Agency has relented. The loss of the 25% discount for the National Flood...
Deadline arrives for primary voting registration
The deadline to change your party affiliation or register for the Aug. 20 primary election in Southwest Florida has arrived. By Florida law, voter registration closes 29 days before an election—the deadline to register to vote by mail is on Aug. 20. Registrants have until midnight on Monday to...
Bonita Springs firefighter opens community pub
A new establishment that’s been the talk of the town for a few months officially had its grand opening in South Fort Myers. The Milhous Pub, named and owned by a Bonita Springs firefighter, opened its doors on Saturday, July 20. Located at 15200 S Tamiami Trail #114 in...
Letters to the editor for Sunday, July 21, 2024
Letters to the editor should be 250 words or less. Include your name and city or community of residence. Guest opinions should be 600 words or less and include a brief summary of the author’s credentials relevant to the topic. Guest opinions may include a head shot of the author. For the Fort Myers News-Press, email submissions to mailbag@news-press.com and for the Naples Daily News to letters@naplesnews.com.
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