Charles Runnells
Arts and Entertainment Reporter at Fort Myers News-Press
I write about concerts, plays, festivals and other fun things to do in Southwest Florida.
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1 week ago |
naplesnews.com | Mark Bickel |Charles Runnells
Note to audience: Charles Runnells has been a reporter for The News-Press since 1998. He covers arts and entertainment, including concerts, theater, festivals and other events for all of Southwest Florida and his stories also appear in the Naples Daily News. We asked about his interviewing process. Question: What is your process of conducting an interview for one of your stories? We know you do wide variety of stories, but in general, what do you do before you start asking questions.
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2 weeks ago |
naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells
Jonathan Walters, a Fort Myers resident and construction company owner, is the general contractor for season three of HGTV’s “Home Town Takeover.”Walters was previously featured on the original “Home Town” series but left after three seasons when he moved back to Fort Myers. The third season of “Home Town Takeover” takes place in Sebring, Florida, where Walters and the rest of the crew renovated homes, businesses, and public spaces. He’s been away from the “Home Town” crew for years.
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2 weeks ago |
naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells
Southwest Florida offers numerous Easter events, including egg hunts, parades, and festivals throughout April. Families can enjoy visits and photos with the Easter Bunny at various locations like Coastland Center and Edison Mall. Many churches organize Easter egg hunts and festivities, such as Grace of Naples and Faith Church Naples. Hippity hoppity! The Easter Bunny is back into Southwest Florida.
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2 weeks ago |
naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells
J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge, located on Sanibel Island, Florida, is a renowned destination for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers. The refuge, spanning over 6,400 acres, provides habitat for a diverse range of species, including birds, alligators, and bobcats. Visitors can explore the refuge through various means such as driving, biking, kayaking, or joining guided tram tours. Don’t forget your camera and binoculars when visiting J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge.
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3 weeks ago |
naplesnews.com | Charles Runnells
Country music star Luke Bryan will be the first major musical act to perform a concert inside JetBlue Park. Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, April 4. Ticket prices range from $85-$257, including all taxes and fees. More concerts are expected to be announced for JetBlue Park in the future. It’s the first-ever concert inside Fort Myers’ JetBlue Park, and it’s a big one: Country superstar Luke Bryan.
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