Cape Coral FL

Tamara Pigott still fights back tears when she thinks about Hurricane Ian. While Ian is just one of many challenges she's faced as Lee County's tourism director, it's the hardest. It's the challenge that she lost the most sleep over — and that kept her on the job for years longer than planned, as she worked tirelessly to help the tourism industry pick up the...

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — From May 1 through 17, Lee County Domestic Animal Services will participate in Bissell Pet Foundation's "Empty the Shelters" event, which offers reduced-fee pet adoptions. LCDAS will join more than 335 shelters across 39 states, helping pets find loving homes. During the event, the Bissell...

Myers discusses how science, collaboration, and bipartisan leadership are accelerating the world’s largest ecosystem restoration effort The Everglades Foundation has been recognized on a global stage of innovation as a 2026 Edison Awards “Game Changer” recipient for its work to restore and protect America’s Everglades. The honor was celebrated during the 39th Annual Edison Awards , held April 15–16, in Fort Myers at the...

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Sunday is shaping up to be another hot and humid day along the Gulf Coast. Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast calls for highs in the upper 80s inland and low to mid 80s closer to the coastline. Rain chances are very low today. Coverage is at 10% as we could see a shower or two on the eastern fringes...

The U.S. has named its coaching staff for the 2026 FISU America Games in Lima, with Florida Gulf Coast head coach Dave Rollins at the helm. Archive photo via FGCU Athletics. The US Team for the 2026 FISU America Games has announced the coaching staff that will accompany the 44-swimmer roster in Lima, Peru, this upcoming July. Florida Gulf Coast University’s Dave Rollins...

12931 Orange River Blvd, Fort Myers – (239)206-2303. If you’re willing to wait, because Buckingham Farms does not take reservations, this sweet farm-to-table restaurant offers a perfect Mother’s Day outing. As your table is prepared, stroll the farm and gardens. Many items on the menu are grown right on the property, and if a sweet brunch is on mom’s to-do...

On April 25, 2026, Family Initiative hosted the 6th Annual Autism Acceptance Awards Gala. The gala broght the community together for an evening of celebrating individuals and organizations making a difference in the lives of children and families affected by autism. Guests enjoyed a lovely cocktail reception, exciting silent and live auctions, delicious bites and an inspiring awards presentation.

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Troopers say a man was driving drunk at more than 100 mph in Fort Myers. Richard Vazquez was arrested by Florida Highway Patrol after troopers said he was driving 115 mph when he sped off from a traffic stop on State Road 82 near Omni Lane.

MURDOCK — Charlotte County Economic Development has selected its April honoree for its 40 Under 40 program.

PUNTA GORDA — A deal is in the works that could mean local ownership for Fishermen's Village in Punta Gorda.