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From LaBelle, Florida for Hendry and Glades County and the Lake Okeechobee region. Don Browne, editor.
Reckless Driver Gets 10 Years
Fort Myers (January 14, 2025) -- Today Bijaun Wayne Edwards was sentenced to 10 years in prison, followed by 5 years of probation, for a case involving reckless driving to avoid capture by law enforcement, that resulted in a crash involving children.
Assistant State Attorney Stephanie Russell, Lee County Circuit Court Chief, prosecuted the case.
Edwards was adjudicated guilty of:
- Aggravated Fleeing or Eluding
- Flee Elude Law Enforcement Officer at High Speed or Wanton Disregard
- Possession of Firearm, Ammunition, or Concealed Weapon by a Convicted Felon
- Leaving the Scene of a Crash (Attended Property)
- Reckless Driving -- Damage Person/Property (2 counts)
- Burglary of an Occupied Conveyance
- Resisting/Obstructing an Officer without Violence
- Tampering with a Witness, Victim, or Informant (2 counts)
- Trafficking in Illegal Drugs -- 7 grams or more
- Possession of Cannabis with Intent
On March 31, 2024, the defendant was driving a BMW on Lake Trafford Road in Collier County, when a Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) Trooper attempted to pull him over due to very dark tint on the vehicle.
Instead of stopping his car, the defendant sped up, driving erratically through the streets. FHP followed the defendant trying to get him to stop, but he ignored the lights and sirens. The defendant reached speeds of more than 140 miles per hour as he sped away crossing county lines into Hendry County and then Lee County. As he fled, he hit two other cars causing extensive damage.
He eventually drove into a convenience store parking lot in Lehigh Acres and crashed into a pick-up truck that was parked, with two children in the backseat. He then got out of his car and into the truck.
He told the victims in the truck to not say anything to troopers and act like they know him, and then threw cash onto the console. The children in the vehicle had been waiting for a family member who
had just gone into the store.
Troopers pulled into the parking lot a short time later and witnesses showed them where the defendant was and he was taken into custody. Inside the BMW, FHP Troopers found more than 4 pounds of marijuana, 100 Oxycodone pills, a Glock firearm, and $10,495 in cash.
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Monday, January 13, 2025
LaBelle Program Helps Customers Save On Electric January 15
FPL Hosts Power to Save Event in LaBelle to Help Customers Save Energy and Lower Bills
WHAT: Florida Power & Light Company's (FPL) team of energy experts, customer care and external affairs will host a Power to Save event at Hope Connections in LaBelle on Wednesday, January 15.
Through this program, FPL provides free energy efficiency products and services including LED lightbulbs, weather-stripping/caulking, limited ductwork repair, water heater pipe-wrapping, water faucet aerator and low-flow shower head, A/C unit inspection and more. Customers living in qualified zip codes can schedule an appointment for the Power to Save team to come to their home to install energy efficiency items and provide energy savings information at no charge.
FPL is partnering with Hope Connections, a care facility for at-risk seniors, as part of the company's efforts to educate customers on ways they can save energy. During the event, FPL energy experts will make appointments to install energy-saving items and give tips on how customers can keep their bills as low as possible. In addition, local assistance agencies including the United Way and Area Agency on Aging will be there to assist customers. Customers are encouraged to review guidelines for assistance.
A free dinner will be provided for attendees while supplies last.
WHY: At FPL, we work together with the communities we serve to help make Florida an even better place to live and raise a family. We are pleased to bring the Power to Save program to LaBelle to help our customers learn how to save energy and money.
WHEN: Wednesday, January 15, 4 - 6 p.m.
WHERE: Hope Connections, 475 E Cowboy Way, LaBelle, Fla.
Customers can RSVP and learn more at FPL.com/PowertoSave.
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Rural Post Office Closed In Glades County
PALMDALE, FL -- Effective January 8, operations at the Palmdale Post Office located at 1134 Broadway Street NW, Palmdale, FL 33944, are temporarily suspended due to safety concerns.
Retail and Post Office Box services are available at the following alternate location:
Labelle Post Office
35 W. Washington Ave
Labelle, FL 33944
Retail Hours of Operations:
Mon-Fri 9:00am -- 5:00pm
Sat Closed
Sun Closed
P.O. Box customers are reminded to bring proper photo identification for mail and package pickups.
The safety and well-being of our customers and our employees is a priority to the U.S. Postal Service. We appreciate their patience as we address and resolve this safety concern. Updates will be provided as soon as additional information becomes available.
The Postal Service notes that The United States Postal Service is an independent federal establishment, mandated to be self-financing and to serve every American community through the affordable, reliable and secure delivery of mail and packages to 169 million addresses six and often seven days a week.
Overseen by a bipartisan Board of Governors, the Postal Service is implementing a 10-year transformation plan, Delivering for America, to modernize the postal network, restore long-term financial sustainability, dramatically improve service across all mail and shipping categories, and maintain the organization as one of America's most valued and trusted brands.
The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.
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Friday, January 10, 2025
Clewiston Hospital Certified For Acute Heart Attack And Strokes
Clewiston (January 10, 2025) -- Hendry Regional Medical Center announced that it has earned its second disease-specific certification for Acute Heart Attack Ready (AHAR), making it the only hospital in the local area to hold both this certification and the Stroke Ready certification.
Cardiovascular disease is a significant contributor to morbidity and mortality in the region, and the hospital's proactive pursuit of this certification demonstrates a deep commitment to improving health outcomes.
"We are incredibly proud of our team's hard work and determination to achieve this milestone," said Sandra Carrion-Colon BSN, RN, Acute Heart Attack Ready Coordinator. "Being the only small hospital in the area with both the Stroke Ready and Acute Heart Attack Ready certifications says a lot about our dedication to the health and well-being of our community. It's a testament to the level of care we provide, and it underscores our continued efforts to ensure that residents have access to the best possible care."
By earning this distinction, Hendry Regional joins a select group of healthcare providers who have demonstrated their ability to manage and treat patients experiencing heart attacks with the highest standards of care. This certification further enhances the hospital's capability to respond to critical heart attack situations, ultimately improving survival rates and long-term health outcomes for the community.
For more information about Hendry Regional Medical Center and its services, please visit www.hrmc.us.
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Wednesday, January 08, 2025
DECKEE Boating App From Florida Fish And Wildlife Commission
FWC enhances boater safety with interactive waterway app campaign
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has announced a new initiative in collaboration with the National Safe Boating Council to pilot interactive safety content through a free mobile app called DECKEE. The app is designed to keep boaters safe and informed.
Over 1 million boat owners in Florida now have access to the following benefits and safety features in the free DECKEE app,
Plan your next adventure on the water with detailed maps, facility information, official warnings, aids to navigation and community insights. Access personalized equipment checklists, boating forecasts, regulations and resources from the FWC to ensure you are always ready for the ideal weather window.
Automatically log your activities while on the water and share your live location to give friends and family peace of mind.
The pilot program will introduce a personalized boating forecast targeted to the user's watercraft and plans, which will give meaning to the information and help users make sense of it.
Florida boaters are encouraged to explore the new safety capabilities in the free DECKEE app, available from the Apple App Store, Google Play Store or Deckee.com/download.
For more information about FWC boating safety initiatives, visit MyFWC.com/boating.
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