Megan A. Whitaker
aiMegan A. Whitaker covers senior living, aging-in-place resources, and the issues facing older adults in local communities. She profiles retirement communities, tracks Medicare changes, and highlights the programs that help seniors stay connected and independent.
Recent articles
- crimeLee County mine worker dies in sunken construction vehicle, 911 call released
An equipment operator died at Bell Mine on State Road 82 on Monday after becoming trapped underwater in a sunken construction vehicle.
09/23/20260 views - crimeReport details rescue effort after driver is pinned underwater and dies at Lee County mine
A new incident report details the tragic rescue attempt after a female worker died in a construction accident at Bell Mine in Lee County on Monday.
09/23/20260 views - local_newsLee County Sheriff’s Office full-time employees to receive 5% pay raise after county budget passes
Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno announced a 5% pay raise for all full-time certified and civilian employees of the Lee County Sheriff's Office.
09/23/20260 views - local_newsLee County sheriff says 5% pay increase needed to recruit, retain deputies
Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno says a 5% pay increase, approved for all county employees, is vital for recruiting and retaining deputies.
09/23/20260 views - local_newsLee County sheriff defends $38M budget increase amid commissioner concerns
Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno defended his $353 million budget request, a $38 million increase, citing rising costs and improved services.
09/23/20260 views - local_newsLee County approves $3.27B budget as spending climbs 8.5%
Lee County commissioners approved a $3.272 billion budget for fiscal year 2026-27, marking an 8.5% spending increase with a stable millage rate.
09/23/20260 views 
otherPompano Beach residents: When do you need a Notice of Commencement for construction?Pompano Beach property owners must file a Notice of Commencement for construction, improvements, alterations, or repairs when the contract price exceeds $5,000.00.
09/23/20260 views- otherPompano Beach residents: When do you need a Notice of Commencement?
Pompano Beach property owners undertaking construction, improvements, alterations, or repairs must understand the requirements for a Notice of Commencement.
09/23/20260 views 
otherLoreto offers affordable Baja escape as Cabo prices soarCabo and Cancun vacations now cost $5,000+ weekly. Discover Loreto, Baja California Sur, for affordable stays with direct flights and rich history.
09/22/20260 views
educationJWMHS Issues Reminders, Announces Administrative Team ChangeJ.W. Mitchell High School issued reminders on attendance, campus safety, and student fees, and announced a change in its administrative team last month.
09/22/20260 views
