Officer Emily Graham receives Animal Control Officer of the Year Award
Senior Animal Control Officer Emily Graham of Charlotte County Animal Control has been named the Florida Animal Protection and Advocacy Association Animal Control Officer of the Year, a statewide honor recognizing outstanding service, leadership and dedication to animal welfare. Graham, who has served with Charlotte...
Jennifer’s Boutique hosts Fashion Forward Friday benefiting local nonprofit
Jennifer’s Boutique continues its 43rd anniversary celebration by giving back to the community through its popular Fashion Forward Friday series, benefiting local nonprofit organizations. On Friday, April 10, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 5% of all sales at Jennifer’s Boutique will be donated to Eva’s Closet and Foundation...
FGCU heads to UNF for ASUN series
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – FGCU continues its stretch of touring the Sunshine State this weekend when the Eagles (17-4, 3-0 Atlantic Sun) make their way to Jacksonville for a three-game ASUN series at North Florida (10-12, 2-1). SCENE SETTER | Series History. Game 1:. Friday, Mar. 20 | 6 p.m....
💰 Free Home Repairs for Eligible Cape Coral Homeowners
The City of Cape Coral has teamed up with Rebuilding Together Greater Florida (RTGFL) to offer free home repairs for homeowners who meet income and ownership requirements. The program helps ensure safe, stable housing with services like essential repairs, accessibility upgrades, and roofing, plumbing, and electrical...
New harbor master takes the helm at Tarpon Point
One of Cape Coral’s largest marinas has new leadership. Tarpon Point Marina this week announced the appointment of Stephanie St. Romain as its new harbor master and general manager. Tarpon Point officials said St. Romain brings extensive maritime expertise and a service‑driven leadership style to one of the region’s...
🚨 Cape Coral Police arrest suspect in canal-side vehicle burglaries
Early on March 20, 2026, Cape Coral Police arrested Koltin Troy Burns, 20, after several vehicles were burglarized near NE 18th Avenue. A resident reported seeing someone trying to open car doors around 12:29 a.m. Officers, K‑9 units, and a police drone tracked the suspect across a nearby canal to a home on NE 17th...
By land, by water: Bimini Basin Seafood & Cocktails serving up bites, sips and...
A new waterfront restaurant of Phelan Family Brands has opened in Cape Coral. Bimini Basin Seafood & Cocktails opened its doors on Saturday, Feb. 28. “We have been extremely busy,” Grant Phelan, of Phelan Family Brands, said. “We still have some kinks to work out, but we are very excited about being in Cape Coral and...
A Sweet Fort Myers Tradition to Shop Local: Love Boat Ice Cream
When it comes to Southwest Florida favorites, few places hold the same nostalgic charm as Love Boat Ice Cream. This beloved local ice cream shop has been serving up generous scoops and smiles for decades, earning a reputation as one of the sweetest stops in Fort Myers. Founded by the...
Judge orders woman held without bond after confessing in murder case
PUNTA GORDA, Fla. (WWSB) - A Charlotte County judge has ordered Shannon Rose Giblin held in pretrial detention in a case in which she is accused of second-degree murder and grand theft of a motor vehicle, according to court records. The investigation began March 8, 2026, at a home on...
📅 April 8: Public Meeting on Cape Coral’s Old Golf Course Plans
Cape Coral residents are invited to a public meeting on Wednesday, April 8, at 6 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers (1015 Cultural Park Blvd.) to help plan the future of the Old Golf Course property.

















