Three for 3: From Boards to Bistros
821 Cape Coral Parkway W, Cape Coral – (239) 788-4656. As experience-driven dining gains in popularity, the creativity behind charcuterie boards and the contents of these extravagant creations blossom. If you are eager to entertain with charcuterie, Grazing Haus has all of the makings for the perfect board. The designers take pride in arranging a mix of cured meat, golden cheeses, table water...
Alva gets brief reprieve from relentless development surge | Opinion
The community of Alva may be issuing a collective sigh of relief. Momentary relief. DR Horton's Forestar backed away from a plan to buy 561 acres to build 737 single-family dwellings. And while Alva takes a breath, they have to know those 561 acres are still there. Awaiting another suitor which will bring another threat to their rural environment which includes a preserve...
SOCIETY: Onda Housing Group groundbreaking ceremony for Wave at Colonial
On April 30, 2026, Onda Housing Group broke ground on Wave at Colonial, marking a significant milestone in expanding affordable housing options in Lee County. The new development will bring 358 rental units to the area, all designated for residents earning up to 60% of the area median income. The project is the result of a public-private partnership between Onda Housing Group, Lee...
‘I thought it was a prank’: Teens describe attempted robbery turned deadly
FORT MYERS, Fla. (Court TV) — Emotions ran high in a Florida courtroom on Thursday morning as two teenagers testified to witnessing a deadly shooting that killed their friend. Thomas Stein, 18, is standing trial on a charge of first-degree murder and three counts of attempted robbery in the death of 15-year-old Kayla Rincon-Miller on ... Read more »
Metal sign in middle of the road leads to arrest of Fort Myers woman...
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A woman was arrested after troopers from the Florida Highway Patrol say she hit a road sign while drunk. According to FHP, troopers noticed a metal street sign on the road on College Parkway near the Winkler Road intersection at 1 a.m. Thursday morning. Troopers...
Why These 3 Small Towns Are the Best Places to Start a Business in...
St. George, Utah St. George stands out as the top small city for launching a business this year, thanks to its explosive growth in small businesses, up nearly 42 percent from 2017 to 2023. Startups pop up here at one of the highest rates per capita in the country, showing entrepreneurs flock to this spot ... Read more The post Why These 3 Small Towns...
Peterson Farms juice plant to close in June, 135 employees set to lose jobs...
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — The Peterson Farms plant in Lee County will close on June 27, putting 135 employees out of work. According to a letter from the Peterson Farms Family of Companies, a permanent plant shutdown is expected to take place at the plant located at 9910 Bavaria Road. The entire workforce of the facility, which is 135 employees, will be affected.
Florida High School Teacher Arrested After Alleged Campus Trysts With Student
Heather Mashburn-Smith A 37-year-old high school teacher in Florida is behind bars this week after...
Sold Out! Thank You Very Much!
For the second year in a row Joe and Michelle Nash donated a one week stay at Marina Village at Snug Harbor on Fort Myers Beach from July 4th to July 11th. A $50 donation to the Fort Myers Woman’s Club got 100 people entered to win the week on the beach and see the 4th of July fireworks up close.
Lee County residents protest outside school district headquarters
On Wednesday April 29, 2026, Lee County residents gathered outside of the Lee County School District Headquarters to protest teacher cuts and budget changes. Residents of all ages attended the protest calling for awareness and transparency from the Lee County School District. Stay tuned for the full article.

















