Jonathan Grass

4 days ago | wdbo.com | Jonathan Grass

, Fla. — The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has concluded its initial investigation into what is now confirmed be the first fatal black bear attack in the state. The investigation into the death of 89-year-old Robert Markel began on May 5, when a possible wildlife attack was reported in the Jerome area of Collier County. Family members reported Markel missing from his home, with signs of recent disturbances that could have been caused by a bear around the property, FWC said.

5 days ago | yahoo.com | Jonathan Grass

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has concluded its initial investigation into what is now confirmed be the first fatal black bear attack in the state. The investigation into the death of 89-year-old Robert Markel began on May 5, when a possible wildlife attack was reported in the Jerome area of Collier County. Family members reported Markel missing from his home, with signs of recent disturbances that could have been caused by a bear around the property, FWC said.

5 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla. — This will be a historic weekend in St. Augustine, as hundreds are expected to get their first look at the newly constructed replica of the 1738 Fort Mose. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the replica Friday morning at Fort Mose Historic State Park, marking the official completion of the reconstruction project. It weas built to honor the site of the first legally sanctioned free Black community in what is now the United States.

5 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

OCALA, Fla. — The three people accused in an armed robbery at an Ocala bank Thursday have been charged, including on who was shot by police. Police say the trio robbed TD Bank on 17th Street early in the afternoon. Ata subsequent news conference, Deputy Chief Lou Biondi said the suspects refused to stop their getaway vehicle, resulting in a chase that hit a top speed around 90 mph.

6 days ago | wftv.com | Jonathan Grass

DELAND, Fla. — A decorated Tuskegee Airman and one of the country’s first Black combat pilots got a special honor in his hometown of DeLand. The city dedicated Charles P. Bailey Road in the growing Northwest Industrial Business Park by the DeLand Municipal Airport. The road intersects with Eidson Drive. The city Bailey was the first Floridan to join the Tuskegee Airmen during World War II. Bailey, a lieutenant, flew 133 combat missions and was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross.