By the numbers: City accomplishments add up
In terms of accomplishments, 2025 was a good year of achievement for city departments, officials said Wednesday. Cape Coral City Councilmember Bill Steinke, self-described as a “fairly data driven guy,” provided some highlights. “Many things were accomplished and had been in the works to be accomplished for the...
SOCIETY: Fort Myers Farmers Market grand opening
The Fort Myers Farmers Market opened in downtown’s Culinary District Saturday Jan. 17. The market will be open every Saturday from 9am-1pm located on First Street to Broadway and Broadway to Main Street.
The Keyes Company announces addition of Miloff Aubuchon Realty Group
The Keyes Company, Florida’s largest independent real estate brokerage, announced on Thursday a strategic partnership with Miloff Aubuchon Realty Group, one of Southwest Florida’s most respected and successful real estate firms. “The collaboration expands Keyes’ presence across the region while preserving Miloff...
Harry Chapin Food Bank flips the script
Harry Chapin Food Bank, which has been generously supported by United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades for many years, turned the tables by hosting a series of grass-roots fundraising events to support United Way programs and services. Employees and volunteers at Harry Chapin Food Bank, the region’s largest...
Cape Coral building once infested with iguanas files for demolition permit
A Cape Coral building once infested with iguanas may be demolished. Fox 4's Bella Line spoke with neighbors about the ongoing issue.
Bones Coffee Expands in Cape Coral, Creating 130 Jobs With $2.73M Incentive Package
Cape Coral approved a $2.73 million incentive for Bones Coffee Company. The deal supports expansion at 2621 SW Pine Island Road and brings 130 jobs paying 40% above what most workers earn in town. Bones Coffee will merge its national headquarters, production lines, shipping operations, and office staff at this...
Death sentence recommended for former boxer Dwight Eaglin
PUNTA GORDA, Fla. (WWSB) - After nearly two decades of legal proceedings and a weeklong trial, a jury has recommended the death sentence for Dwight Eaglin, a former local boxer convicted of murdering a prison guard during a failed escape attempt. The decision marks a significant moment in a case...
Police: Fort Myers man helped funnel cash in worldwide tech scam
A Fort Myers man is behind bars after police say he played a key role in an international scam that drained hundreds of thousands of dollars from victims across three countries.
Lee County Jury Convicts Driver in 100-mph Chase, Judge Imposes 12-year Sentence
LEE COUNTY, Fla. – A Lee County jury convicted 40-year-old Jorge Rea on Tuesday, January 14, 2026, of fleeing to elude law enforcement at high speed or with wanton disregard and dangerous excessive speeding, and he was immediately sentenced to 144 months in prison following the verdict. The guilty verdict The post...
What happened to a Florida doctor who is accused of forcing kisses on a...
A longtime Fort Myers neurologist was suspended last week after accusations he repeatedly kissed a patient on the mouth, once using his tongue, without the patient’s consent. Dr. Gerardo Gamez “had no bona fide medical purpose to kiss” the patient, said state Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo’s emergency suspension...

















