Reader asks about what Cape Coral is building at city’s north entrance
Something mysterious has been happening on the other side of North Fort Myers reader Sandie Ptashinski's wall. And it's not the obscured face of Wilson, the eccentric next door fellow in Tim Allen's 1990s Home Improvement TV show trying to peer over the privacy fence while juggling his various funky hobbies. The...
Van crashes into side of Charlotte County DMV building
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. — The Charlotte County Department of Motor Vehicles in the Mac V. Horton West County Annex in Englewood was briefly closed on Nov. 25 after a car ran into the building. The van damaged the side of the building and left a hole; however, there was no...
BusPatrol cameras: One week, 1,100 illegal passes
The first week BusPatrol cameras went live on the School District of Lee County buses, more than 1,100 illegal passes were captured during the warning period. District Spokesperson Rob Spicker said 261 of the more than 1,100 illegal passes that were captured, have been verified by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, and...
‘Home away from home’: Corkscrew Country Store closes after 30 years
After 30 years, the Corkscrew Country Store in Estero is closing its doors. Share your favorite memories of this beloved community gathering place!
Police searching for wanted drug suspect in Florida
FLORIDA — Lee County authorities are seeking the public’s help in locating a man wanted for failing to appear in court on drug trafficking charges. Yulier Dominguez Alvarez, 39, of Fort Myers, is wanted by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office in connection with trafficking cocaine. Law enforcement officials say Alvarez, a...
Lee County Gives Pets the Gift of Safety With Free December Microchipping
If you know me at all, you know I’m basically living in a tiny dog nation. Four little yappers, four big personalities, and somehow they all think they’re the boss. I’d do anything to keep my furry monsters safe — and that’s why what Lee County Domestic Animal Services is doing this December is straight-up amazing.
Boat captain rescues baby dolphin stranded in shallow water near St. James City
🐬 HEARTWARMING MOMENT: Charter captain rescues baby dolphin stranded in shallow water in St. James City! Watch as the little one reunites with its mom.
Florida man arrested for DUI while DoorDashing, police take over to deliver order
Luis Alania Estrella was charged with DUI and driving with a suspended license.
Lee County Sheriff’s Office confirms Lehigh Acres murder-suicide
Two people are dead in what authorities have ruled was a murder-suicide in Lehigh Acres, making it the second such incident in the municipality this month. About 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 22, the Lee County Sheriff's Office confirmed authorities were working a scene at the 600 block of Hamilton Avenue, in Lehigh Acres....
Report: Woman with felony warrant drove at Lee County deputy before being shot
According to a new report from the sheriff's office, it said Sandra Nichols drove at a deputy and hit his leg. The sheriff's office said the deputy fired a shot and hit Nichols in the elbow.

















