Two Drivers Face Homicide Charges in Deadly Florida Street Race
The quiet streets of Cape Coral were shaken by tragedy when a reckless street race ended in the death of an elderly driver. What began as a dangerous thrill-seeking act by two young motorists quickly escalated into a fatal collision that would haunt the community for months. Nearly a year later, the incident has...
COLUMN: Pardon me for asking, and giving phone advice
I have figured out how to rid yourself of pesky callers who use AI to try to sell you everything from insurance you don’t need to a new roof.
Eagle Eats: Two Meatballs in the Kitchen
When the Florida winter finally decides to show up, the rare, breezy nights when jackets are placed upon tank tops, and students start craving something different. Not something quick like fast food or microwave dinners. Something warm, filling and nostalgic. That’s where I found myself at “Two Meatballs in the...
These Florida Cajun Restaurants Taste Like A Trip To Louisiana
Craving gumbo, crispy fried catfish, or a po’ boy that tastes like a trip to the French Quarter?. The good news is you do not need Louisiana, because Florida is packed with Cajun spots that serve bold, bayou-style flavor with real Southern soul. Across Florida, restaurants are dishing out...
VILLAGE CONNECTION – A Conversation with Mayor Joanne Ribble
Councilmember Joanne Ribble has served on the Village Council since 2021. On March 19, 2025, Ribble was sworn in to serve a two-year term as the Mayor of Estero in conjunction with her four-year term as District 1 Councilmember. She recently sat down with Estero Life Magazine to share some of her views and insights.
Dr. Kim offers quick, simple procedure for piercing and ear lobe repairs
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Are your piercings a problem? Earlobes aching?. There is a fast surgery that can close piercing holes in your body and have you walking out 10 minutes later. Dr. Michael Kim performs the operation locally in Fort Myers. He says many patients didn't realize that...
Budget workshop Day 2: Property taxes, impact fees, surplus funds and more
The Cape Coral City Council gave staff directions to keep the millage rate the same and apply the reserve as a starting point for discussions for the Fiscal Year 2027 budget. The balance left from last year is $29 million. “I would much rather have a $29 million surplus, than...
FWC issues executive order regarding cold-stunned green iguanas
Find a cold-snapped iguana lying comatose in your yard?. If you don’t want the invasive reptile waking up and scurrying along your seawall once the weather warms up, you can drop it off at a collection point in Fort Myers today. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission issued...
Lee County, FL – Police Alert: Lehigh Acres Woman Arrested in Hit-and-Run; Three Dogs...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Lehigh Acres, Florida – A hit-and-run crash led to an arrest after three dogs were allegedly attacked during the suspect’s escape. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, deputies arrested 21-year-old...
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital Named Among Healthgrades’ America’s 250 Best Hospitals
According to Your Sun Port Charlotte, HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital in Port Charlotte has been recognized as one of America’s 250 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, an independent organization that evaluates hospital performance based on clinical outcomes. This accolade places Fawcett Hospital in the top 5 percent of...

















