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Caught on video, Hendry County Motorsports Park worker, Ernie Turner, dives into the fire to rescue racecar driver, Devin Register, from his burning vehicle.
Racecar bursts into flames, driver rescued by stranger
CLEWISTON- A broken fuel injector caused a commotion, when a car bursted into flames more
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Staghorn Cafe, in Clewiston, serves up delicious classics with a twist.
Staghorn Kitchen quickly becomes a local staple
CLEWISTON- A passionate and talented chef who once prepared meals for superstars is now serving up delicious prime rib, brisket ... more
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Relay for Life is a success despite pandemic
LABELLE – This year has had many disappointments, including cancellations of some of LaBelle’s favorite annual events and gatherings. LaBelle Relay for Life was one of those events. Cancer … more
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Caloosa Belle/Danika J. Fornear: Linda Tripp is one of several women in Hendry County who has stepped up to run for office.
Rural candidates have big political aspirations
Caloosa Belle/Danika J. Fornear: Linda Tripp is one of several women in Hendry County who has stepped up to run for office. LABELLE — Record numbers of women ran for political office in 2018, and … more
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Submitted photo: Alfie Oakes, who has filed a lawsuit regarding the mask mandate, speaks to the Collier County Commissioners about ending the mandate.
Collier mask ordinance extended for 7 weeks
Submitted photo: Alfie Oakes, who has filed a lawsuit regarding the mask mandate, speaks to the Collier County Commissioners about ending the mandate. On Thursday, September 3, Collier County … more
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Immokalee Bulletin/Danika J. Fornear: IMMOKALEE — A thrilling helicopter operation demonstration had armed men rappelling onto the roof of a decommissioned maximum-security prison during the launch of the new Force Center.
Former maximum security prison becomes tactical training center
Immokalee Bulletin/Danika J. Fornear: IMMOKALEE — A thrilling helicopter operation demonstration had armed men rappelling onto the roof of a decommissioned maximum-security prison during the … more
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Vandals strike in Barron Park
LaBelle - Barron Park has been riddled with problems from broken sinks in the bathrooms to graffiti scrawled across benches and signs. A memorial that is being constructed in Barron Park, in honor … more
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This Labor Day, and Every Day: Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over
Each year, Americans mark the end of summer with the Labor Day holiday weekend, a time to celebrate the hard work and many accomplishments of our country. Friends and families eagerly await pool … more
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Pace Center for Girls Collier finds the Great in Every Girl
Immokalee — Since the COVID19 pandemic has begun, phone calls have skyrocketed to Mental Health hotlines. You might wonder who in our community is stepping up to level the curve? Pace Center for … more
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Hendry County voters participate in primary election
LABELLE — The Aug. 18 primary election had a 30.04% voter turnout in Hendry County. Of the 18,346 registered voters in Hendry County, 5,511 voted. In the Hendry County Sheriff Republican … more
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CollierCARES Offers $15M for one-time payments of childcare, electricity, mortgage and rent
Full-time Collier County residents behind on certain basic living payments due to the economic challenges presented by COVID-19 may qualify for one-time emergency assistance through the … more
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Special to the Caloosa Belle/UF/IFAS: Cane toads are considered a toxic invasive species.
Invasive cane toads poisonous to pets
Special to the Caloosa Belle/UF/IFAS: Cane toads are considered a toxic invasive species. Lake Okeechobee area residents have recently reported finding cane or marine toads in their yards. … more
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Immokalee Branch Library to open
IMMOKALEE – Collier County’s Immokalee Branch Library located at 417 N. First Street, Immokalee, Florida 34142, will reopen with limited hours and limited services on Monday, August … more
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Outbreaks of salmonella linked to backyard poultry
The COVID-19 pandemic has been connected with an increase in people keeping backyard chickens, which in turn is believed to be connected to an increase in salmonella outbreaks. According to a … more
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Warnings for blue-green algae toxins to be at minimal ‘detectable’ level
TALLAHASSEE — The July 29 meeting of the Florida Blue Green Algae Task Force tackled the questions of how to educate the public about the toxins that may be present in algae blooms, and how … more
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Recycle phosphorus before it goes into public waters
Courtesy photo/UF/IFAS: Shukla checks out phosphorus levels in a farm pond. By Brad Buck,bradbuck@ufl.eduSpecial to the Immokalee Bulletin IMMOKALEE, - Recycle phosphorus while it’s still … more
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Submitted photo: A tomato showing signs of the crippling disease called bacterial spot.
Scientists studying crippling tomato disease seek prevention
Submitted photo: A tomato showing signs of the crippling disease called bacterial spot. By Brad BuckSpecial to the Immokalee BulletinA destructive disease known as bacterial spot can ruin … more
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“Get Out the Vote” Caravan for Hendry and Glades
From speaking out about the safety of our children and teachers, to encouraging people to vote, awareness campaigns have changed since the pandemic has threatened our health and safety. Activism … more
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Walmart orders mask mandatory
By Dacona SmithChief Operating Officer,Walmart U.S., andLance de la RosaChief Operating Officer,Sam’s Club From the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, our focus and priority has been and … more
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Parents gather for demonstration at Hendry Department of Health
LaBelle - Concerned parents and school staff have gathered to form the group, “Hendry Parents and Teachers for Safe and Healthy Schools”, with the purpose of seeking and sharing information … more
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