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11,000 hemp products seized in statewide crackdown, local smoke shop out of thousands

Cape Coral · Cape Coral

11,000 hemp products seized in statewide crackdown, local smoke shop out of thousands

100% Center coverage: 6 sources

By Blaine Montgomery Click here for updates on this story LEE COUNTY, Florida (WBBH) — Florida is cracking down on smoke shops that violate new hemp product regulations. At Purple Rain Smoke and Vape Shop in Cape Coral, inspectors from the Florida Department of Agriculture recently seized around $20,000 worth of products, leaving some shelves nearly empty. Most of the items will be destroyed, though a few may be returned if the shop brings t…See the Story

REPTILE TAKEOVER: City council member pushes for action as iguanas destroy Cape Coral property

Property · Cape Coral

REPTILE TAKEOVER: City council member pushes for action as iguanas destroy Cape Coral property

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A vacant home in Cape Coral has become ground zero for an iguana infestation that's spreading to neighboring properties, causing concern among neighbors who want officials to take action.Cape Coral Community Correspondent Bella Line spoke with neighbors and a City Council member about the iguana infestation: REPTILE TAKEOVER: City council member pushes for action as iguanas destroys Cape Coral property"When the homeowner moved out, they kind of …Read Article

Estero shopping center sells in pair of deals totaling $12M

Estero · Estero

Estero shopping center sells in pair of deals totaling $12M

"We were able to bifurcate the two different components of the asset into separate sales to maximize proceeds," the broker says.Read Article

'Survival Mode' Preview: What's It About and When Does It Air

Survival Mode Poster (Photo by: NBCUniversal) NBC News Studios’ new documentary series Survival Mode focuses on survivors of devastating disasters. The nine-episode season premieres on July 7, 2025, with new episodes airing on Mondays at 10pm ET/PT on NBC. Chris Cassel, Liz Cole, Elizabeth Fischer, Andy Berg, and Molly O’Brien executive produce the series which examines survivors of the Maui wildfires, Hurricane Ian, and Superstorm Sandy. The se…NBCUniversal · Fort Myers Beach Read Article

Boca Grande Fishing Pier: Kayak Launch and Parking Open

The canoe/kayak launch and parking area at the Boca Grande Fishing Pier 5810 Gasparilla Road, Gasparilla Island, FL 33921 reopened officially today. Portable toilets are available on site for public use. The county said that patrons are advised to use caution as fenced off areas that include the pier and pier approach walkway remain closed until permanent repairs are completed. Nicole Killian, of SUP Englewood, a vendor at the Don Pedro Island …Boca Grande · Boca Grande Read Article

Cape Coral Police: Man waves gun at people trying to stop him from drunk driving

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A Cape Coral man is facing charges after police say he pointed a gun at people who tried to stop him from driving while intoxicated.Officers with the Cape Coral Police Department responded to a business near Surfside Boulevard and Veterans Parkway just after midnight on June 28 for a disturbance involving a weapon.Louis Falocco, 63, was found sitting in the driver's seat of his vehicle with the ignition on when officers arrived. After being comm…Cape Coral · Cape Coral Read Article

Florida Highway Patrol charges man in fatal DUI crash

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

One man is facing DUI charges in a fatal crash Sunday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.Troopers said Sunday, June 29, around 11:33 p.m., they were called to a two-vehicle, rear-end crash on northbound I-75 at mile marker 121 in Lee County.One of the passengers inside the vehicle that was rear ended was pronounced deceased on scene, according to FHP.State Troopers arrested Darell Andrew Fisher, 38, for DUI Manslaughter and two count…Lee County, Florida · Lee County Read Article

Homeowners being forced to pay $40k after receiving mandatory letter from city

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

HOMEOWNERS are being warned in a letter that they will be forced to pay thousands of dollars to make a mandatory switch rolled out by officials. It comes as their city makes a sweeping change to how they access utilities in the area. GettyThousands of Cape Coral residents are being forced to shell out thousands of pounds at the request of the city[/caption] GettyThey will have to foot the bill for switching to get water supplies from the city ra…Cape Coral · Cape Coral Read Article

Late-Night Altercation On Florida Bridge Ends In Defensive Gunfire

100% Right coverage: 1 sources

A man was shot late Thursday night on Cape Coral’s Midpoint Memorial Bridge during a confrontation where another man used a firearm in self-defense. Police confirmed the shooting stemmed from an isolated incident, and the investigation remains ongoing. The post Late-Night Altercation on Florida Bridge Ends in Defensive Gunfire appeared first on Concealed Nation. Continue reading Late-Night Altercation on Florida Bridge Ends in Defensive Gunfire …Cape Coral · Cape Coral Read Article

Passerby Who Killed Man Attacking Cop Learns His Fate - Detroit Daily News

A passerby who shot and killed a man who was attacking a Florida sheriff’s deputy will not face criminal charges. The State Attorney’s Office formally cleared Ashad Russell, reports the Daily Mail. Russell, 35, came to the rescue of Lee County Sheriff’s Deputy First Class Dean Bardes when he saw Edward Strother attacking the deputy on Interstate 75. Read the full article hereLee County, Florida · Lee County Read Article

Man who helped during Boca Grande shark attack facing deportation

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A man who put himself in danger to help a family during a shark attack in Boca Grande on June 11 is now facing deportation after being arrested for driving without a license.Luis Alvarez, 31, was one of three men who rushed to help 9-year-old Leah Lendel and her family after she was attacked by a shark. Leah's hand was nearly severed, but surgeons were able to repair it and she's now recovering. Watch Fox 4's Alex Orenczuk report on Luis Alvarez…Shark Attack · Boca Grande Read Article

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