Cape Coral FL

It is with deep sadness that Keep Lee County Beautiful, Inc. (KLCB) announces the passing of Rudy Busch, former Executive Director, who passed away on Monday, Nov. 17. Busch devoted 25 years to leading KLCB during which time he played a key role in shaping the organization and in laying the groundwork for many of the...

Fort Myers City Council prepares to vote on complete demolition of vacant City of Palms Park as residents debate affordable housing versus sports complex.

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Lee County, FL – Crime rates in Lee County are dropping faster than much of Florida, as the Sheriff’s Office touts a mix of modern technology and proactive community policing credited with record safety...

Cape Coral City Council will hold a special meeting Wednesday to discuss proposed amendments to the city’s charter. Among the proposed changes submitted by the city’s Charter Review Commission are an increase in compensation for council members and a method on how compensation could be changed in the future;...

The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a shooting that resulted in a death on Abscott St. in Port Charlotte.

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Gulf Coast News was honored with five regional Suncoast Emmy Awards, recognizing the outstanding contributions of its team members. "Good Morning Gulf Coast" meteorologist Jim Dickey won Weather Anchor for the second straight year. Meteorologist Rob Duns took home another award for "What's on...

ROTONDA, Fla. (WWSB) - A garage fire broke out prompting a joint response from the Englewood Area Fire Control District and Charlotte County. On Dec. 8, firefighters responded to a house fire in Rotonda. Crews were able to quickly put out the fire and prevent it from spreading. During their...

Sweet Tomatoes is planning to make a comeback with its Fort Myers spot in 2026. The location at 14080 S Tamiami Trail was a favorite dining choice before the pandemic. The restaurant was situated in South Fort Myers until it shut down in 2020. The Fort Myers location is undergoing...

PUNTA GORDA — Charlotte County Sheriff's deputies arrested a Punta Gorda man, accusing him of leaving the scene of a crash where a minor was injured.

1. NOT JUST GATORS: FWC warns tourists about crocodiles. State wildlife officials are warning tourists about Florida’s American crocodile population. “As seasonal residents return to Florida for the winter, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds everyone to enjoy Florida’s unique wildlife...