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Indoor pickleball giant plans 15 new indoor facilities for Florida. What to know
For several years now, pickleball has been the fastest-growing sport in Florida and the rest of the country. Also increasingly popular the last year or so, amid blazing hot temps? Indoor pickleball. Pickleball Kingdom, the self-proclaimed "largest indoor pickleball entity," announced in a release Thursday a major expansion along the...
Beach Kids Receive $1,000 Scholarships
Thursday night The Beach Kids Foundation hosted their annual scholarship dinner at Bonita Bills. This year 20 beach kids received $1,000 scholarships. The brand new “Tom and Fran Scholarships” were introduced this year in honor of Tom Myers who recently passed away, and his wife Fran Myers. 2 of the 30 kids received an additional $1,000 scholarships, one in the name of Tom, the other in the name of Fran.
If the Trump classified documents case is reinstated, Judge Aileen Cannon would be difficult to remove
(CNN) — Even after a year of exasperating proceedings that featured several breaks from normal judicial procedure and that culminated in a shock ruling dismissing the classified documents indictment against Donald Trump, prosecutors would face deeply unfavorable odds at getting Judge Aileen Cannon removed from the case if it is ever revived.
GET READY: Volunteers roll up sleeves to prep new Ft Myers school for first day
After being demolished a year ago, Franklin Park Elementary has brand new everything: from the building to the equipment inside. Take a look with your Ft Myers Community Correspondent Miyoshi Price.
Doc Ford’s Employees Volunteer at Gladiolus Food Pantry
FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. – Doc Ford’s Rum Bar & Grille on Fort Myers Beach recently partnered with Gladiolus Food Pantry to support the nonprofit organization’s mission of reducing hunger by providing healthy nutritious food. The restaurant’s general manager Ryan Cook and nine employees stocked shelves and distributed food to over 100 clients during their day of service.
Combatting Addiction: Rehab facilities concerned by emergence of highly lethal 'ISO'
FORT PIERCE, Fla. (CBS12) — As more potent, lethal drugs like fentanyl circulate in the streets, mental health and substance abuse rehabilitation centers across the country and the state are working overtime to help save lives. “We’re at war and we may or may not be winning this war...
Stay cool, stay safe: Heat advisories and storm chances threaten SWFL Friday
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A heat advisory has already been issued for portions of Southwest Florida where we expect heat indices to reach 105-110 degrees. However, all of Southwest Florida will feel like it is over 100 degrees through the midafternoon. Be sure to limit your time outside, stay well hydrated, and be mindful of the signs of heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
Retired paralympic fencer inspires Fort Myers woman
FORT MYERS, Fla. — The ancient sport of fencing has transformed the life of one Fort Myers woman during the pandemic. Cherrie Rohn learned the sport within the confines of her one-bedroom apartment, using her iPad Pro to attend virtual fencing lessons. "I needed something to be active during...
Unincorporated Lee County, Cape Coral to maintain CRS classification, policyholder discounts
Lee County and city of Cape Coral were notified July 19 that the Federal Emergency Management Agency will maintain the municipalities’ Community Rating System classification ratings of 5 and National Flood Insurance Program policyholder discounts at this time. FEMA determined unincorporated Lee County and Cape residents with policies issued...
City looks to Lee County for well-drilling oversight
The city of Cape Coral will partner up with Lee County to perform well-drilling inspections. An interlocal agreement was approved Wednesday night between the city and county to reestablish the well permitting program within the municipality. The city looks to up the level of expertise for the task. City Manager...
Ron DeSantis-supported opposition mounts against Florida marijuana ballot question
More Gov. Ron DeSantis-backed opposition is mounting against the recreational marijuana amendment appearing on Florida's 2024 election ballot. Amendment 3, if it gets at least 60% of the vote, would allow non-medical marijuana possession of up to 3 ounces, with no more than 5 grams in concentrated form, for those who are 21 years...
Gov. Ron DeSantis appoints Brett Hinely to Okaloosa County School Board
OKALOOSA COUNTY — Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed Brett Hinely, a Niceville resident, to the Okaloosa County School Board. Hinley's appointment comes nearly a month after former board member Diane Kelley stepped down from her role to become the new principal of Destin High School. An Air Force veteran...
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