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Florida-based Boar's Head seeing increased reports of illness, death linked to listeria outbreak
TAMPA, Fla. — There are increased reports of illness and death in a listeria outbreak linked to deli meats as newly released records show the meat plant reportedly violated federal regulations. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a total of 57 people hospitalized and nine deaths...
DeSantis veto of free prison phone call appropriation disappoints criminal justice reform advocates
Responding to reports that prisoner contact with loved ones helps reduce the recidivism rate, state lawmakers last year approved a $1 million pilot project to allow inmates with good behavior to make one free 15-minute phone call per month to the outside world. Pleased with its rollout, members of the Florida Senate Criminal and Civil […]
Family and detectives intensify search efforts for missing 21-year-old North Fort Myers woman
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — The days Arielle Valdes has been missing have been days of torture for her family. The Valdes family is handing out flyers at Terry Park, along Palm Beach Boulevard, based on tips they received from locals nearby that Valdes may have been seen there. This information is not confirmed with the Lee County Sheriff's Office.
Fire breaks out at Port Charlotte eatery
PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. (WWSB) - A fire broke out at Wally’s BBQ in Port Charlotte early Saturday morning, but thanks to a quick response by Fire Rescue, the restaurant appears to have suffered nearly no damage. Luckily for the restauranteurs, Port Charlotte Fire Rescue is just two doors down....
Arts Bonita welcomes Sugarhill Gang Sept. 27
Arts Bonita announced its celebration of the 50th anniversary of hip-hop with pioneers of the genre, the Sugarhill Gang, on Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m. The group gained notability with their single “Rapper’s Delight,” which was the first single of the hip-hop genre to become a Top 40 Hit on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart.
Cape Coral High School football game postponed due to medical outbreak
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — The week 2 Friday night high school football game between Lemon Bay Manta Rays and Cape Coral Seahawks has been postponed. The cancellation comes due to a "medical outbreak" within Cape Coral's team. The news was confirmed by Cape Coral's head coach, Tyler Murphy, and...
Englewood residents blame flooding on development
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. (WWSB) - Hurricane Debby was three weeks ago, but some residents in Englewood are still trapped in their homes by floodwaters. According to homeowners, the rain is to blame, but not Debby. They say all the recent development has caused damage to county infrastructure. Donna Luzzi wants accountability...
New College Hires Most Distinguished Faculty Group in Our History
As we begin this new academic year at New College of Florida, we are not just welcoming a fresh cohort of students—we are embracing a moment of growth and renewed purpose. This year, we celebrate record achievements that mark the beginning of a new era for our college, one where we continue to build on our historical legacy, while setting new benchmarks for the future.
Lake Mary celebrates 1st Florida Little League World Series champs with massive parade
LAKE MARY — Serenaded by the sounds of chants and cowbells and showered in tri-color confetti, Florida's first Little League World Series championship team paraded through the heart of town Saturday morning. Lake Mary Little League's 12-and-under all-stars rolled down 4th Street in a fleet of Corvettes, preceded by marching bands, local politicians,...
Authorities search for missing man in Picayune Strand State Forest
Multiple agencies are searching for a missing man last seen Thursday driving in the Collier Boulevard area in East Naples. Eduardo Ramirez, 64, from Golden Gate Estates is described as 5’ 6” and 180 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes. ...
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