CCPD officer arrested; accused of battering spouse
A Cape Coral Police Department officer is on administrative leave after he was arrested Friday after he allegedly battered his spouse. Officer Timothy Allen was charged with misdemeanor battery (touch or strike) and was taken to the Lee County jail late Friday afternoon. He bonded out shortly after midnight on a...
Bunche Beach Preserve To Close Temporarily
Beach access at San Carlos Bay-Bunche Beach Preserve, located at 18201 John Morris Road, will temporarily close from Tuesday, April 7th to Friday, April 10th, while Lee County Department of Transportation completes drainage repairs and paving from Hurricane Ian. During the project, the roadway south of the parking...
Cape Coral rally part of nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests Saturday
Joining efforts across the country, No Kings rallies took place throughout Lee County Saturday, including one in Cape Coral. No Kings Cape Coral was a volunteer-organized event, with participants lining the 2500 block of Santa Barbara Boulevard, carrying homemade signs for a peaceful protest scheduled to run from...
Homicide suspect dead after shootout with North Port police, deputies
Deputies are investigating a shooting that happened Monday following an hours-long search that ended in the death of a man believed to be involved.
📅 Public Meeting on North Captiva Electrical Substation April 28
Lee County Electric Cooperative (LCEC) will hold a community meeting on April 28, 2026, to discuss plans for a new essential service facility and electrical substation that will serve North Captiva’s current and future power needs. The meeting will take place at the North Captiva Fire Station, 4511 Hodgepodge Lane,...
FGCU Inducts Five into Athletics Hall of Fame
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) welcomed five new members into its Athletics Hall of Fame in May 2024. Honorees include Emma Svensson, Jordi Vives, Ryan Hopkins, Chelsea Zgrabik, and Chelsea Lyles. The ceremony celebrated their outstanding athletic achievements and contributions to FGCU sports.
🐱 Friendly Cats Waiting for Adoption in Fort Myers
Looking to add a furry friend to your family? These sweet cats in Fort Myers, FL are ready to bring love and companionship into your home. Each one has their own charm and is waiting patiently for a forever family.
📅 Free HIV Education Event at Rascal’s Bar April 12
The Florida Department of Health in Lee County will host an HIV Education event on Sunday, April 12, 2026, from 3:30 to 6 p.m. at Rascal’s Bar, 3758 Cleveland Ave, Fort Myers. Stop by their table to learn about HIV prevention, PrEP, and local testing sites. Visitors can also pick up informative flyers, take home an...
Wildlife center to hold iconic owl’s “bird-day”
Peace River Wildlife Center (PRWC) is hosting a “bird-day” party for Luna, a leucistic Eastern screech-owl and one of their most beloved ambassadors, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 4, and the public is invited. This is a free event for families to celebrate Luna’s 13th birthday,...
🐶 Playful Puppies Ready for Adoption in Fort Myers
Looking for a furry friend to brighten your days? These adorable pups in Fort Myers, FL are ready to find their forever homes through Guardians of Florida Animal Rescue. Each one has been lovingly cared for and is eager to meet their new family.
