SOCIETY: Greater Fort Myers Chamber Awards Cocktail Hour
On July 30, 2026, The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce held its 2026 Chamber Awards at the Caloosa Sound Convention Center in downtown Fort Myers. The chamber celebration allowed for recognition of corporate and individual members and their outstanding contributions to the Chamber and the Fort Myers community. Th
Cape Coral beach parks could see upgrades with nearly $430K funding proposal
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Parents at Jaycee Park in Cape Coral are excited about the possibility of new funding to enhance one of the city's most popular family spots. "I think there's a lot of great in investing in our children, and I think the parks are a great way to do that. There's a lot of money going into less active t
Large emergency response on Northwest 7th Street in Cape Coral
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — A large emergency response was seen on Northwest 7th Street in Cape Coral on Tuesday night. The road was blocked by the police, and fire and EMS crews were also seen at the scene. Gulf Coast News has reached out to the Cape Coral Police...
Cape Coral Technical College opens major expansion
The School District of Lee County cut the ribbon today on a major expansion at Cape Coral Technical College, launching five new workforce training programs and welcoming Nor-Tech Hi-Performance Boats as the college’s first-ever Founding Industry Partner. “Today is about opportunity,” said Dr. Denise Carlin, Superintend
SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco
Top events of the week: 3 To Do: ‘Of a Feather’ at Arts Bonita; ‘Underwater World’ on Marco. ‘Wake Up’ with Rotary speaker series continues. Marco Island Sunrise Rotary has slated a “Wake Up” speaker series. Each Tuesday morning, the club invites the community to Wake Up to Rotary with an “engaging, informative and ins
19-year-old accused of DUI and fleeing after crash into mailbox in Lee County
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Neighbors in a Lee County community were awakened Monday morning when a 19-year-old was arrested for reportedly driving under the influence, crashing into a mailbox and attempting to flee the scene. Emily Baron, who lives near the arrest site, said her husband described the scene...
Charlotte County Quality of Life Earns National Attention
A strong career opportunity matters. So do good schools, outdoor spaces, nearby services and a community that feels ready for the future. For many people, the answer is not one feature. It is the full picture. That picture is gaining national attention in Charlotte County. Babcock Ranch ranked No. 4...
‘Gulfcoasting’ at K’s Attic — A retro hidden gem in North Fort Myers
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Jason 'Gulf-Coasted' into a true hidden gem in North Fort Myers at K’s Attic — Home of the Cat Lady Pickers — where nostalgia fills every corner and vintage treasures tell stories of decades past. This newly opened mother‑and‑daughter‑owned shop is already...
North Fort Myers man accused of threatening children with knife outside Cape Coral shopping...
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — A Cape Coral man was arrested Thursday after police said he reportedly threatened two children with a knife outside a Hobby Lobby on Del Prado Boulevard South. According to a Cape Coral Police Department arrest report, officers responded around 2:50 p.m. on July 30 to...
Daniels Pkway resurfacing project moves forward after Lee County awards $1.7 million contract
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — The Lee County Board of Commissioners voted Tuesday to award a contract to resurface and improve Daniels Parkway. According to the county, the contract covers improvements on Daniels Parkway from Six Mile Cypress Parkway east to the county's ongoing Daniels Parkway widening that is part of the Three
