Report warns Sanibel could flood every two years by 2070
A new engineering report presented to Sanibel City Council warns that sea levels could rise over 2 feet by 2070, potentially bringing storm surges of over 5 feet to the island every two years.
Cape Christian Welcomes New Middle School Pastor, Reinaldo Zayas
CAPE CORAL, Fla. (July 31, 2025) — Cape Christian is excited to welcome Reinaldo Zayas as its new middle school pastor. Zayas will lead Haven, Cape Christian’s ministry designed specifically for students in grades six through eight, offered during select weekend services. Zayas has been part of the...
GOT PLANS? Back-to-School bashes bring free supplies and fun, plus indie jazz
Looking for weekend family fun? Southwest Florida back-to-school events are offering free backpacks, school supplies, entertainment and more! Plus, a one night show of indie Jazz in Fort Myers.
Fort Myers Beach property owners face potential 26% tax increase
Town staff is proposing a tentative millage rate of 1.255, which equals about $125 for every $100,000 of property value.
Florida Highway Patrol say crash at Three Oaks Parkway killed motorcyclist
The driver turned left in front of the motorcycle, troopers said. The motorcyclist was later pronounced dead.
‘I’m so nervous’: Fort Myers pizza guru to compete in another national summit
Enrico Aguila isn’t known for Detroit-style pizza. While the amicable Fort Myers pizza guru — aka Uncle Rico — has been in the national spotlight, it’s his NY-style pizzas and cheese slices that put him there. Aguila, however, has no intention of resting on his dough-winning laurels when he competes in the 2025...
Cape Coral school zone cameras: Police share total speeding violations issued since March
Responding to confusion and questions from Cape Coral commuters, the Cape Coral Police Department held an informational FAQ at its headquarters on July 30 for the media regarding the RedSpeed school zone speed cameras. Headed by the Chief of Police Anthony Sizemore, the session was held to quell any lingering...
Lee County deputies investigating ‘suspicious’ death on Ortiz Avenue
The Lee County Sheriff's Office confirmed it is investigating a death that happened at Billy's Creek Drive and Ortiz Avenue in Fort Myers.
How much house $1 million buys you in Cape Coral
Redfin Real Estate compiled a list of homes for sale up to $1 million in Cape Coral, FL.
SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco Island
The psychedelic circus’s 16-year-old hit returns with new acrobatic acts and reimagined costumes, music and set design. “OVO” — the Portuguese word for “egg” — features 53 acrobats and musicians bringing to life bouncing crickets, a spider in her web and more creatures from the insect world. Now through Aug. 3. Cost:...
