Officials holding photo contest to catch images of elusive ‘Skunk Ape’
PORT CHARLOTTE — Amateur cryptozoologists or photographers, along with any other Charlotte County residents, can prepare to take shots at a skunk ape — but only with a camera, please.
INTERIM NO MORE: Punta Gorda names new city manager after surprise vote
"I certainly didn't expect to have it happen today, and I was overwhelmed by the amount support that I got from our community members," said Melissa Reichert, Punta Gorda's new City Manager.
Florida Highway Patrol trooper crashes with motorcycle after chase, FHP says
A motorcyclist is recovering after a car chase ended in a crash involving a trooper, Florida Highway Patrol reports. Here's what we know.
Ex-Lee Co. deputy charged with faking wife’s signature in $94K insurance scam
Documents say ex-Lee County deputy Matthew Curbelo forged his wife's signature on a $94,000 insurance claim. The notary is a tourist tax consultant for the Lee Clerk of Courts Office, the report says.
Town Wants La Ola Gone Before July 15th
With a visit from FEMA only days away the Town of Fort Myers Beach has asked Circuit Court Judge Keith Kyle to expedite the case, dispense with oral arguments, and rule on the eviction of La Ola from Times Square immediately. The reason the town wants Judge Kyle to rule...
Florida family calls deputies after python found on their patio during pool party
NEAR FORT MYERS, Fla. (WSVN) — A Florida family’s pool party took an unexpected turn when a ball python was discovered slithering on their pool deck. Lee County Sheriff’s Office body camera footage captured a deputy arriving at the home in Lehigh Acres and finding the snake next to the backyard refrigerator.
Man convicted of impersonating contractor rearrested after failing to pay restitution to victims
ENGLEWOOD — A man who pleaded no contest to impersonating a contractor in 2024 was back in jail this week, accused of failing to pay restitution owed to his victims.
Fort Myers residents oppose ‘Godzilla Hotel’ plan in historic district
Fort Myers residents are opposing an 11-story hotel in the historic district, dubbing it the "Godzilla Hotel" for its height that would tower over historic buildings like the Sydney & Berne Davis.
Gardner Orthopedics Ransomware Attack Affects 47,000 Patients
Data breaches have been announced by Gardner Orthopedics in Florida, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Health Care and Rehabilitation Services of Southeastern Vermont, Retina Associates of Cleveland, and Clement Manor in Wisconsin. Gardner Orthopedics, Florida. Gardner Orthopedics in Fort Myers, Florida,...
Exclusive photos: RSW’s historic terminal expansion progressing, offers glimpse to future
Travelers flying into and out of Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) are getting something a little extra these days. And they didn't have to pay for it. They are witnessing the future of the Fort Myers airport as it begins to take shape. In just a few short months there have been dramatic changes to the...
