As USDA halts animal imports, UF experts explain New World screwworm risk

The screwworm could pose a threat to U.S. livestock, wildlife and domestic animals...

Feeding cows seaweed reduces methane emissions, but does it make economic sense?

As they digest grass and hay, cows produce significant amounts of methane, a greenhouse gas. In the quest to identify an alternative livestock feed, seaweed has emerged as a promising contender. …

UF-led research reveals tomato disease spreading rapidly across continents

Tomatoes represent a $1.9 billion annual crop, nationwide. They’re planted on 330,000 acres across 18 states...

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Petition calls for change in how FWC commissioners are appointed

A Change.org petition calls for a change in the way commissioners are appointed to lead the Florida Wildlife Conservation Commission.

32 years and counting: United Way surpasses annual fundraising goal

United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades met its $11.3 million annual campaign goal...

Florida gas prices fall below $3 a gallon

Florida gas prices fell below $3 per gallon last week. The state average dropped to $2.93 per gallon on Sunday.

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The HCSO will hold Lunch and Learn training event with Sgt. Hainley presenting Human Trafficking Awareness & Prevention Training

FWC makes changes to limited entry/quota applications and permits

Beginning with the 2025-26 hunting season, there are several changes that will impact limited entry/quota applications...

FWC marks 5 years of the State Reef Fish Survey

SRFS provides high-quality, timely data essential for evaluating and managing important reef fish stocks...

Florida panther mortality update

The remains of an 6–to-8-month-old, unknown-sex Florida panther (UCFP486) were collected May 4, 2025, on Josie Billie Hwy...

FWC needs your thoughts on proposed changes to trapping regulations

The FWC is seeking feedback from the public on proposed changes to wildlife trapping regulations in Florida

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Parking at the LaBelle boat ramp will be strictly enforced under an ordinance change approved at the May 15 meeting of the Hendry County Commission.

USPS reminds customers to check and maintain their mailboxes

With National Mailbox Improvement Week (May 18 - May 24), the U.S. Postal Service is encouraging customers...

HB 1195: 'Gage’s Law' signed into law

Gage’s Law requires hospitals to test for fentanyl in cases of suspected overdose or poisoning, ensuring consistent, lifesaving care across the state.

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The Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum is proud to announce the celebration of Teachers Appreciation Month in July.

SNHU announces Spring 2025 President’s List

It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) congratulates the following students...

Students participate in ‘Call of the Wild’ field trip

LABELLE — The 15h Annual “Call of the Wild” Earth Week field trip activities sponsored by Hendry LaBelle Recreation were held April 22-25, 2025. Over eight hundred elementary …

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The Weekly Clothesline: God is our natural environment

Some time ago, I read this anonymous article on Facebook: When God created fish, He spoke to the sea. When God created trees...

The best way to get illegal immigrants to return home

There has likely never been a more tendentious transfer of power in presidential history than the Biden-Harris team’s final act.

A new twist on celebrating Mother’s Day

See how the “M” and the “ay” are connected? Here is something important to know about mothers...

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Los Angeles emergency room nurse Sandra Younan spent the last year juggling long hours as she watched many patients struggle with the coronavirus and some die. Then there were the patients who …

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