Lee Commissioners approve measures to expand, improve the Cape Coral Bridge
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted today to approve two measures advancing the project to expand and improve the Cape Coral Bridge. Commissioners approved a resolution to formally adopt the planned bridge and roadway improvements, as well as a resolution to acquire additional right of way for the project.
Cape Coral Sail and Power Squadron is ready to help boaters prepare for the...
On July 1, the Florida Freedom Boater law went into effect. The law directs the local tax collector to have boat owners complete a “Vessel Safety Equipment Attestation” form to get the Florida Freedom Boater Safety Inspection decal sent to them. The new form must be completed upon...
Allegiant: Sunseeker sale to close in September; reports higher-than-expected profits after sale
After reporting above-average profits, Allegiant Travel Co. CEO Greg Anderson said the Sunseeker Resort is sold and the proceeds will help the airline recover.
Florida Insurance Agent Sentenced for Premium Theft and Civil Misconduct
Reid J. McDaniel, a former insurance agent from North Fort Myers, Florida, has begun serving a 15-month prison sentence after pleading no contest to stealing over $22,000 in insurance premiums from a local automotive business. McDaniel, who previously owned McDaniel Insurance Solutions, reportedly told clients their...
Judge reserves ruling on motion to set bond for man arrested eight years after...
Despite his mother's plea, a Cape Coral motorcyclist accused in the drunken driving death of his passenger eight years ago will await a judge's ruling on setting bond. Pavel Naranjo Jr., 39, of Cape Coral, faces charges of DUI manslaughter; operating a motor vehicle with a revoked license causing death; driving while...
New traffic light on Pine Island Road: good, bad news for Cape Coral residents
Decisions surrounding the Florida Department of Transportation's intersection construction project on Pine Island Road in Cape Coral have left some Cape Coral commuters frustrated and confused. While many applaud a new light being added, making the intersection safer, some are still waiting for the day that left-hand...
Real estate: ‘Full of zombies?’ Nah. ‘The Cape has been resuscitated.’ ‘This is paradise’
Readers had plenty to say after our In the Know column at the end of last month that looked at national headlines on Southwest Florida and Cape Coral housing and dug deeper into some of the latest data. In the Know had already been dissecting the real estate rumblings and some of the seemingly distressing signals on...
11 homes lifted simultaneously in Donax Village; Sanibel names day in honor
It’s official - August 4th is now Donax Village Day on Sanibel! That’s because after repeated storm surge flooded Donax Village, all the homes got lifted eleven feet… all at once.
VIDEO: The Dead Ataris – Sidenote (Live Music) – Sugarshack Sessions
The Dead Ataris – Sidenote (Live Music) | Sugarshack Sessions. 🔔 Subscribe to Sugarshack’s Channel: https://bit.ly/4hNw3OT. The Dead Ataris from Cape Coral, FL performing their original song “Sidenote” live at the Sugarshack in Bonita Springs, FL. Episode 1208. More sessions from The Dead Ataris:. 405...
Boca Grande beachgoers could face fewer spots under proposed ordinance
The controversial ordinance is set to go in front of Lee County Commissioners on Tuesday, Aug. 5 at 9:30 a.m.