Sarasota circus faces backlash for animal use

FORT MYERS, Fla. — The Sarasota-based Garden Brothers Circus held it’s opening night Friday in Germain Arena.

However, many residents disagree with the use of animals in their shows.

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Forgotten jewelry treasures for Mother’s Day

A Bonita Springs marketing company is embarking on a heartfelt ‘jewelry drive’ for Mother’s Day on May 19.

Flowers fill ‘That BBQ Place’ reopening as community honors victims

The Matlacha community is trying to heal, including Mark Gulbrandson, who knew Mary Lou, Butch, and Tom very well.

Breast Cancer treatment is evolving; Same day mastectomies are becoming more common

Eileen Wesley is diligent about her health, and for good reason. Breast cancer runs in her family.

Traffic nightmare due to road and lane closures near eventful night in downtown Fort Myers

The streets of downtown Fort Myers are coming alive for a one-night-only concert during the music walk festivities.

FEMA gives Lee County another deadline extension for the flood insurance discount

FEMA is giving Lee County another deadline extension to fix the flood insurance discount issues.

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Helping Florida’s threatened shorebird population during nesting season

Southwest Florida locals can help protect shorebirds thanks to a new and innovative method.

Local Jewish communities prepare for Passover amid FBI threat warnings

As Jewish communities worldwide gear up to celebrate Passover starting Monday, the FBI has issued warnings about potential threats, heightening concerns for many, including those in Southwest Florida.

Former Gators QB Danny Wuerffel competes at US Open Pickleball Championships

Former Gators QB and Heisman winner Danny Wuerffel makes his US Open Pickleball Championships debut.

Apple and Pickleball team up to study health benefits

The meteoric rise of pickleball is getting attention from the medical community. It was first adopted by older Americans looking for a social sport to get them moving. Now Apple is studying its health analytics.

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