The Unseen Water Map: Wetlands, Drainage, Storm-Water Systems, Flood Concerns
East Corkscrew Road has continued to grow with improved accessibility and supported economic expansion. Due to the increase in new housing, commercial spaces, and road expansion, the water systems including wetlands, drainage patterns, and stormwater infrastructure have been substantially affected. This has...
Man accused of hit-and-run seriously injuring Miami police motorcycle officer
MIAMI — A man from Lee County turned himself in at the Miami Police Department on Tuesday after authorities said he was identified as the suspect in a February hit-and-run that sent a city police officer to the hospital. Trevor McIntosh, 33, of Alva, is accused of seriously injuring...
This Florida diner makes Ribs so crispy and juicy regulars already know to come...
Tucked along South Cleveland Avenue in Fort Myers, Florida, Mel’s Diner has been serving up hearty American comfort food that keeps locals coming back for more. With over 5,000 reviews and a stellar 4.4-star rating, this retro gem is famous for ribs so crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside that regulars plan...
Babcock Ranch shopping center gets refinance
The owners of a Publix-anchored shopping center in Babcock Ranch have refinanced the property for $17.74 million. Kitson & Partners, which is building the all-solar community in rural Southwest Florida, opened the 84.410-square-foot Crescent B Commons shopping center in 2021. It was the first major grocery store and...
A Girl’s Backpack Saved Her Life at a Bus Stop, and Now Her Grandparents...
A middle school girl in Lee County was struck by a car at her bus stop, but her heavy backpack absorbed enough of the impact to prevent catastrophic injuries. A middle school girl in Lee County is recovering at home after a terrifying Tuesday morning at her bus stop on Coconut Road turned into something nobody ever...
Poof! Just like that. History is gone. Good-bye Shell Factory. Demo-ed
Poof! Just like that. Nine decades of history gone. Good-bye Shell Factory. Although exact plans haven't been shared with the public, the next step toward the future of the North Fort Myers property is coming with HONC Destruction 's teardown this week of the slowly vanishing iconic Southwest Florida tourist...
Ryan Starts Work on 350-Unit Fort Myers Rental Community
Ryan Companies celebrated the financial closing and commencement of construction on Trailside at Dia Crossing, an eight building, 350-unit multifamily community located at the gateway to Estero at U.S. 41 and Alico Road, in Fort Myers, Fla. The project is expected to be move-in ready by the first quarter of 2027....
Waterfront elegance on West Riverside
Extraordinary Caloosahatchee Riverfront Estate Modern waterfront living with panoramic river views on coveted West Riverside Drive. Positioned on highly sought-after West Riverside Drive with 105 feet of direct frontage on the Caloosahatchee River, this modern five-bedroom, five-bath residence enjoys sweeping...
OPINION: FGCUs’ attendance policy is blocking students from success
FGCU has a general guideline for attendance policies. If you’re registered for classes, you’re expected to attend them. When students struggle to balance mental health, physical health or disabilities, don’t the rules seem extreme?. Life gets in the way for everyone. There could be an infinite number...
WINK News sues Matt Devitt in Florida over firing, WeatherView dispute
This story has been updated to include a response from attorneys representing Fort Myers Broadcasting Company. WINK News has filed a 60-page lawsuit against former Chief Meteorologist Matt Devitt , escalating a months-long dispute over his firing in January into a legal battle in Lee County. The complaint, filed...

















