New Freestanding ER to Break Ground in Lee County, Promising Faster Emergency Care
HCA Florida started building a new standalone emergency center on Wednesday in Lee County in response to the growing number of people in the area. The HCA Florida Alico Emergency Center will be on Vintage Commerce Boulevard, right off Alico Road and Three Oaks Parkway near Interstate 75. Eleven exam...
Punta Gorda double murder trial delayed three months
PUNTA GORDA, Fla. (WWSB) - The trial for a suspected hitman in a double murder case has been pushed back three more months. Justin Casagrande will now not face a jury until June 29. His original trial date was April 20. Prosecutors say Casagrande killed Anthony Gulati and Mario Sciano...
Six romantic restaurants around Fort Myers that we simply adore
There is so much we love about the Southwest Florida dining scene . It includes all the longtime staples and new stunners, the waterfront wonders and hidden gems, and the quirky classics and beloved favorites. We’re looking at you Farmers Market and Oise, Dixie Fish Co. and Blossom & Brie, Bubble Room and Blue Dog,...
Prosecutors drop charges against contractor in Florida insurance fraud case
When he was arrested on theft and fraud charges in 2023, contractor Ricky McGraw was held up as the poster child for Florida’s crumbling insurance market. McGraw was the “perfect example of the kind of scum” driving up insurance premiums, Florida’s then-Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis said in a news release...
Naples accountant pleads guilty in federal fraud conspiracy
A longtime Naples accountant has pleaded guilty for his involvement in a federal fraud conspiracy. Thomas Unsworth, 75, appeared before a federal judge in a Fort Myers courtroom on Jan. 27, where he admitted to his crimes. His crimes involve helping farming operators in Southwest Florida and New Jersey secure federal...
Fort Myers U.S. 41 Work Extends Past Initial Timeline but Stays on Schedule for...
Construction on U.S. 41 near the Edison Bridge has run longer than planned for its opening phase. Work kicked off Jan. 6, 2025. FDOT cited changes and re-sequencing that caused lane shutdowns to stretch past expectations. The opening phase was meant to take about five weeks, per WINK News. "It's...
Builders’ Showcase of Homes opens door to final weekend
A multi-week event where current and prospective homebuyers can get at look at some of the region’s top residential builders concludes this weekend. The Cape Coral Construction Industry Association’s 2026 Builders’ Showcase of Homes sees its final weekend, as 22 of the Cape’s best creators and designers display 32...
Cape Coral Concert in the Park
Residents can enjoy a free evening of music featuring a top talent next week in Cape Coral. The City of Cape Coral Parks and Recreation Department is bringing a free “Concert in the Park” featuring Sheena Brook on Thursday, Feb. 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. The concert...
Fishing with Capt. George Tunison | Fishing will be challenging this weekend
With weekend nights in the 40’s, negative tides for the morning and a full moon looming, fishing for the inshore angler will be challenging this weekend. Unless you’re hoping for some early morning low tide sight fishing, staying in bed and fishing the afternoon water warm-up may up your odds for success. Safe...
Dream comes true for local mom thanks to Habitat for Humanity and grant from...
There are few things in life that evoke a feeling of accomplishment quite like becoming a first-time homeowner, and for one local mother, that American Dream has finally become reality thanks to the help of the Lee County Habitat for Humanity, and a generous grant given to the organization by Lee County.

















