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A new report shows drug overdose deaths still on decline in Florida. But why?
Drug overdose deaths are still on the decline in Florida, but toxicologists, drug experts and those who advocate for people who use drugs say they don’t have a concrete answer for why. According to data released by Florida's Medical Examiners Commission, in the first six months of 2023, overdose deaths decreased by...
Cape Coral Woman accused of stealing nearly $1K in merchandise
The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a woman accused of stealing merchandise from Kohl’s and Target. Police arrested Blanca Miranda Rodriguez, 47, after an investigation that started on Feb. 17 at a Kohl’s on 513 Pine Island Road. According to police, a loss prevention employee at Kohl’s...
Now You Know: Estero Island beach nourishment; ‘Brews for the Birds’
The Estero Island Beach Nourishment and Hurricane Recovery Project got underway July 8. The project plans to dredge approximately 950,000 cubic yards of sand from a nearshore borrow in the Gulf of Mexico at Fort Myers Beach. Construction will begin near Bowditch Park, which serves as a staging area. Ahtna...
Florida State Guard prepares to serve in the event of a hurricane
The Florida State Guard (FSG) recently completed its first annual training since Gov. Ron DeSantis reactivated the agency in June 2022. During the 14-day mission rehearsal exercise, soldiers underwent a series of rigorous simulations to test their emergency response proficiencies in the aftermath of a catastrophic hurricane with multi-county impacts. After officially launching four operational units, the FSG exercised new […] The post Florida State Guard prepares to serve in the event of a hurricane first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Alert! Residents Alarmed by Annoying and Dangerous Mosquito Surge in South Texas
WFCN – Recently, have you seen an increase in the number of mosquitoes?. Standing water increases mosquito populations whenever a hurricane passes through. There is a wide spectrum of mosquito dangers. “They are bothersome, to be sure, but they also spread disease,” Dr. Linda Yancey of Memorial Hermann in...
Florida Lottery Powerball, Lotto, Cash4Life results for July 17, 2024
The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots. Here’s a look at the winning numbers for games played on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 Winning Powerball numbers from July 17 drawing ...
Dolphin Inn demolished nearly two years after Hurricane Ian
A pile of rubble is all that remains at an iconic spot on Fort Myers Beach. The Dolphin Inn once drew tourists from all over the country and worldwide to southwest Florida. Now, almost two years later, this land is up for grabs. This was the Dolphin Inn resort, an...
ACC, Florida Attorney General reach agreement in lawsuit
The ACC will share redacted versions of its ESPN contracts and related documents with the state of Florida, ending Attorney General Ashley Moody’s lawsuit against the league. The shared records will be public, but the conference will be able to shield what it says are trade secrets. The full...
Report: Disney Masquerades Multiple Hotel Deaths, Report Leaks List of Tragedy
According to reports, it appears that Disney may be covering up deaths at one of their most popular hotels. Visiting Walt Disney World or Disneyland is meant to be a magical experience for all who go, but at times things can sadly go horribly wrong. Not only can guests can injured while at the Disney parks, but sometimes, the largest of tragedies occurs and death can occur.
Drenching tropical wave has sights on Florida
A surge in downpours and gusty thunderstorms that could disrupt outdoor plans and travel in Florida is forecast to begin later this weekend and may persist into next week. In the wake of mighty Hurricane Beryl, the Atlantic has returned to a quiet state. However, waves of moisture and energy continue to lurk about, and one such tropical system will affect Florida from Sunday to Tuesday, AccuWeather meteorologists say.
Van Jones: DeSantis ‘sounded like ChatGPT for mean people’ at RNC
Democratic strategist Van Jones criticized Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’s (R) speech Tuesday evening at the Republican National Convention, saying he “sounded like ChatGPT for mean people.” “He was terrible. Ron was terrible,” Jones said during a panel on CNN in response to the convention speech. “He just sounded like ChatGPT for mean people.” “I mean,…
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