When You Invite Strangers Into Your Home
Most of us feel safe in our homes; but what happens when you need a worker to come into your home due to renovation or repair? Maybe you’re getting new furniture delivered, repairs to appliances or plumbing, or your carpets cleaned. Although most employees have good intentions and are there to do their job, we […]
Sheriff Carmine Marceno’s October 2026 Fraud Alert: Lucky Winner Or Lucky Scammer; Beware Of Sweepstakes Scams
A sweepstakes scam happens when a criminal falsely tells you that you won a large prize, but demand upfront payments for “taxes,” “shipping fees,” or “processing costs.” Real sweepstakes prizes are free and never require you to pay money or buy anything. WARNING SIGNS OF A SWEEPSTAKES SCAM Upfront fees: Asking for gift cards, wire […]
Is It Your Glasses, or Is It Something Else?
It’s a familiar routine. Your vision gets a little blurry, so you update your glasses prescription. Then a few months later you’re struggling again — and the glasses you just paid for don’t seem to be doing much at all. That cycle is one of the earliest signs of cataracts, and it’s one of the […]
Sheriff Carmine Marceno’s September 2026 Fraud Alert: Vacation Rental Or Vacation Trap?
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office reminds vacationers to be cautious when renting vacation homes because you may be clicking on a scam. Scammers will use real locations and pictures to advertise a fake listing. The scammers will have you make a payment upfront. After payment is made, you may experience two things upon arrival: the […]
Is It Your Glasses, or Is It Something Else?
It’s a familiar routine. Your vision gets a little blurry, so you update your glasses prescription. Then a few months later you’re struggling again — and the glasses you just paid for don’t seem to be doing much at all. That cycle is one of the earliest signs of cataracts, and it’s one of the […]
From The Desk Of Sheriff Carmine Marceno
Dear Lee County Families, Students, Educators, and Community Members, As another school year begins, I want to extend my best wishes to every student, teacher, administrator, and parent across Lee County. The first day of school is an exciting time filled with new opportunities, and the Lee County Sheriff’s Office is committed to ensuring that […]
Is Blurry Vision Getting in the Way of Your Summer?
If you’ve noticed changes in your vision lately, you might be tempted to chalk it up to aging. But some of the most common complaints we hear — trouble tracking the pickleball or golf ball, struggling with sun glare at the beach or pool, finding that oncoming headlights at night seem blinding — are classic […]
Sheriff Carmine Marceno’s June Safety & Security Tip: Safe Living Solo
Do you live alone? The Health Planning Council of Southwest Florida finds nearly 22 percent of seniors, 65 and older live alone, putting them at risk for social isolation and other safety concerns. Maybe you’re not a senior, but are still living solo. Living alone safely requires proactive habits: locking all doors/windows, using deadbolts, and […]
Alliance for the Arts Announces Immersive Arts & Theatre Summer Camps for Youth
The Alliance for the Arts (AFTA) announces its 2026 Summer Camp lineup for young creatives ages 3–17, running from June 15 through July 31. This year’s programming features the Youth Arts Summer Camp, Tech Theatre Bootcamp, and the Broadway Palm/Alliance Musical Theatre Intensive—a unique collaboration offering students hands-on training alongside industry professionals in the spaces […]
The Benefits of Full Body LED Light Therapy
Full body LED light therapy—also known as photobiomodulation or red-light therapy—is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to support healing, reduce inflammation, and enhance overall wellness. Once limited to clinical settings, this technology is now widely available in wellness centers, gyms, and even at home. As research continues to grow, so does […]









