Midwest investor pays $4.5 million for retail center
A Cincinnati investor has bought Merchants Plaza in Cape Coral. Lee County public records show the center sold for $4.5 million. It was previously owned Jeri-Lin Corp., which paid $2.3 million for it in 2003. The 15,098-square-foot center is at 155-159 Hancock Bridge Parkway just east of Santa Barbara Boulevard.
Coast Guard Medevacs Fisherman With Stroke Symptoms Off Sanibel Coast
A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater aircrew medevaced a 77-year-old man, Sunday, experiencing stroke-like symptoms approximately 138 miles southwest of Sanibel Island. The man was safely transported to Gulfcoast Medical Center for a higher level of care. Coast Guard Sector St. Petersburg watchstanders received a...
The No-Fuss Restaurant In Florida Locals Swear Has The State’s Best Fish And Chips
Ever had one of those moments when you’re so hungry you’d consider eating the menu if the server took too long?. That’s exactly the state I was in when I stumbled upon Shrimp Shack in Fort Myers – a place where seafood dreams come true faster than you can say “I’m starving.”
GOT PLANS? | Back to school shopping, Ms. Oktoberfest and lots of live music
Looking for weekend plans? Southwest Florida has back-to-school shopping at Goodwill, the Ms. Oktoberfest Pageant in Cape Coral, and free concerts! Which event are you most excited to attend?
Dog poop dispute turns violent in Bonita Springs: “I was trying to get a...
Conrad Wear, 59, and John Barret, 70, were caught on video exchanging blows after what began as a disagreement over a dog defecating on a lawn.
Fort Myers builder tackles construction worker shortage with tech and mentorship
Fort Myers builder John Tobler is tackling the construction worker shortage by attracting younger generations with technology, competitive pay, and mentorship while building a family legacy.
‘Unblock the Lock’ Block Party set for July 25
The city of Cape Coral is inviting residents to a block party next Friday in celebration of the early completion of the Chiquita Lock removal with a mangrove planting to follow. The “Unblock the Lock” Block Party takes place Friday, July 25 at 11 a.m. at 5781 Cape Harbour Drive,...
Cape Coral woman arrested and charged with stealing purse at Carrabba’s
A Cape Coral woman faces multiple charges after police say she stole a purse from a restaurant employee and used the victim's credit cards.
Animal shelter issues heartworm warning
The Cape Coral Animal Shelter has issued a warning: Pet owners should make sure their pets are on a monthly heartworm preventative. “Our warm, humid climate and abundant rainfall creates ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes — and this can be deadly to our pets,” the shelter said in a release. “As summer reaches...
Fort Myers Grimaldi’s shut down due to rat droppings, other health violations
The Department of Business and Professional Regulation shut down the Grimaldi's Pizzeria located at Bell Tower Friday.