Palms bring life to Bonita Roads
The road beside Bonita Beach is getting a new look. Plans are underway to line the entire street with palm trees. This month of December the first 50 were planted and another 100 will be added next spring. The beautification and safety changes are sparked by a partnership between homeowners in the Bonita Beach...
Punta Gorda Kiwanis to ring in 2026 with 100-year anniversary
PUNTA GORDA — Members of the Punta Gorda Kiwanis Club are preparing to celebrate 100 years of serving children and families in the community.
I’m a Real Estate Agent: 7 Places To Avoid Buying a Condo in 2026
Real estate experts reveal 7 U.S. markets where buying a condo in 2026 could be a costly mistake, owing to rising risks and costs amid cooling markets.
Punta Gorda fire, police, Parrotheads bring Christmas
PUNTA GORDA — What began as a child taking a jacket from another in 2014, turned into children receiving gifts from firefighters, nonprofits and the community.
Lee County, FL – Police Alert: Fireworks Only Legal 3 Days a Year, Not...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Lee County, FL – Christmas celebrations in Southwest Florida could come with legal consequences if fireworks are involved, according to a reminder issued today by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office. According...
Charlotte County still working on e-bike regulations
PORT CHARLOTTE — Charlotte County commissioners, with the help of the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, is determined to regulate e-bikes countywide.
Missing dog wanders into Bonita Springs fire station
BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. — The Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District received an unexpected visitor on Christmas. Firefighters welcomed a lost dog to Fire Station 21 and are looking for the owner. If you think this is your dog, you can message them or visit Fire Station 21...
Five stunning restaurant closings of 2025 in Cape Coral, Fort Myers
It started in early January. Sunday, the 5 th , to be exact. That was the last day in business for Bonita Bill’s after 30-plus years on San Carlos Island. It was the first big restaurant closing of the year in Lee County. Sadly, over the next 365 days, more would follow. Some were longtime gems, while others...
Charlotte County resort aims for ‘sweet spot’ after $200M sale
The last few months of 2025 brought sweeping changes to a 785-room resort in Charlotte County. Less than two years after opening, Sunseeker Resort got new owners, new management and a new name. In a transaction that closed in September, Allegiant Travel Company sold Sunseeker to Blackstone Real Estate Group for $200...
Rotary Club of Lehigh Acres serves free Christmas meals to neighbors in need
LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. — Cars filled the parking lot as Rotary Club members and volunteers came together to serve a traditional Christmas dinner to community members. The warm aroma of roasted ham and sweet potatoes drifted through the air as hundreds gathered for the festive meal. Among the volunteers...

















