Fort Myers pizza shops come up big in Orlando pizza competition
Another competition, another win for Uncle Rico's. From Nov. 11-13, the folks from the popular Fort Myers pizza shop attended and competed in the annual Pizza Tomorrow Summit in Orlando. Enrico Aguila, aka Uncle Rico, led the way in the 4 th annual Galbani Professionale Pizza Cup, participating in individual events...
4 New (and Coming Soon) Restaurants in Lee County
Between Fort Myers, Bonita Springs, Pine Island and Cape Coral, we have 4 restaurants that have either open or are amidst plans to debut in South West Florida. Click the "Read the Article" for a deeper dive. NOW OPEN. Cheesesteaks.com — Bonita Springs. Recently opened in Bonita Springs at...
CCSO: Man let air out of tires, charged with felony
PLACIDA — A Placida man is facing a criminal mischief charge, accused of letting the air out of tires from a truck that was parked on grass in his neighborhood.
More than two dozen children ‘rescued’ in SW Florida as part of large-scale operation
The state's top legal official said more than two dozen abused, neglected or exploited children were rescued in Southwest Florida as part of a statewide operation. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Nov. 17 announced the results of the statewide operation, dubbed "Operation Home for the Holidays," during a...
New Paws, New Love: Adopt Kittens Today in Fort Myers, FL
Interested in adopting a pet — or just looking at some adorable pets near you up for adoption? There are dozens of endearing pets up for adoption at animal shelters in and around fort myers..
Machete-wielding Florida man shatters windshield, confronts deputies: LCSO
LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. (WFLA) — The Lee County Sheriff’s office said a Florida man wielding a machete followed a victim to the Lee County precinct on Nov. 14, smashing her car windshield during the pursuit. Deputies responded to the domestic disturbance involving the man, Leodan Gallo, after he reportedly followed the...
Fundraiser for Cape Coral Family Who Lost Their Home in a Fire
On November, Yanina Rolons lost her home to a fire in Cape Coral, FL. Her oldest daughter, Crystel, who has cerebral palsy, sustained burns covering 75% of her body and is in intensive care at a burn center in Bradenton. Crystel will be undergoing several surgeries & skin grafting. Yanina is a single mother of 3...
‘Rush hour… it’s terrible’: Old-41 construction fueling traffic, safety concerns
According to FDOT, much of the work is being done at night to ease traffic impacts, and early snowbird traffic is also contributing to the backups.
Punta Gorda Airport new routes: Exciting Growth Powered by Allegiant Air
When Allegiant Air announced its newest round of national route expansion, one update stood out for Southwest Florida. The Punta Gorda Airport new routes now include a nonstop connection to Trenton, New Jersey. This move reflects a growing demand for convenient travel between two high traffic regions and signals...
Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife’s “Wild About Wildlife: A CCFW Youth Experience”
Cape Coral Friends of Wildlife (CCFW) invites students in grade school through high school to participate in “Wild About Wildlife: A CCFW Youth Experience,” a new educational and hands-on event designed to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. This free program introduces students to the natural...

















