WAFC Local News – June 16, 2026
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. A large brush fire that broke out over the weekend in the Big Cypress National Preserve grew to 535 acres in Hendry County. The Florida Forest…
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. A large brush fire that broke out over the weekend in the Big Cypress National Preserve grew to 535 acres in Hendry County. The Florida Forest…
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. Henry County Sheriff Deputies investigating a drowning last week. It happened in a pool on Tuesday. Two witnesses said the victim appeared to have been stung…
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. Several LaBelle residents had questions and concerns about animal control and how dogs and cats are treated. One issue was heartworm testing. A resident adopted a…
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. Moorvin City Council will hold a workshop next Monday to discuss a plan to improve the marina and the waterfront area. The Southwest Florida Regional Planning…
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. The City of LaBelle will celebrate 250 years of America on July 4th. They announced they'll have an unforgettable evening of patriotism, music, family fun, and…
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. Palm Beach schools discuss ways to add programs at West Tech and their choice or career programs. I just know I'm not pleased with what I've…
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. Henry County Commissioner Rowdy Howard says he'd like the county to consider the purchase of the Belhatchie Marina near LaBelle. Looking at Belhatchie Marina as a…
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. Henry County agreed to study a 10 acre site on Riverview Drive located in Glades County for a boat ramp. The land is owned by South…
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. Finding more storage. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has funded all of their contracts to get the Everglades Agriculture Area Reservoir done in 2029. That's…
I'm Charles Murphy reporting. The National Child Protection Task Force located 21 missing and endangered children in Southwest Florida last week, some of them located in Hendry County. 14 agencies…