FDOT: Commercial truck detour for Wilson Pigott Bridge in Fort Myers starts Monday
The Florida Department of Transportation District One announces that beginning Monday, Nov. 17, all commercial trucks (any vehicle/vehicle trailer combination with a gross vehicle weight rating of 26,001 pounds or more) will be detoured from using the Wilson Pigott Bridge on State Road 31 over the Caloosahatchee as...
Southwest Florida’s Largest Boat Expo Returns to Fort Myers This Week
The 53rd annual Fort Myers Boat Show runs from Nov. 13 through Nov. 16 in downtown Fort Myers. This is the biggest display of watercraft and boating products on Florida's Gulf Coast. The Marine Industries Association of Southwest Florida puts on the show each year. Around 40 local dealers representing...
WATERLINE: Fort Myers man wins stone crab eating contest
MARATHON — Fifty contestants. Ten teams of two. Twenty-five fresh stone crab claws apiece. And one ticking clock.
Hurricane Ian boat finally being removed from Fort Myers marina after 3 years
After 3 years, crews begin removing Hurricane Ian-damaged boat from Fort Myers marina as Legacy Harbour redevelopment moves forward.
Pantless Florida man hides from cops in porta potty after allegedly stealing car
SANIBEL, Fla. (TCN) -- A man allegedly stole a car, nearly ran over its owner, and then hid from police in a porta potty before emerging half-naked, brandishing two wooden stakes. Joshua Mulnix, 43, was arrested Oct. 27 and taken into custody at the Lee County Jail. He was charged...
Charlotte County deputies investigate gunshots, shell casings found on Taylor Rd
Charlotte County Sheriff's Office investigating shell casings found on Taylor Road after gunshot reports Tuesday night. Fox 4's Bella Line spoke with a neighbor who says they heard it.
Cold weather brings big crowds to Lakes Park Farmers Market
Cold weather may keep people off the beach, but it’s boosting business at Lakes Park Farmers Market — drawing crowds for food, crafts, and local flavor.
Rocket launch from Cape Canaveral, Florida, may be visible in Fort Myers and Naples
Will people in Southwest Florida see a rocket in the sky? A so Florida thing is coming up − and it's possible people can view it far beyond the Sunshine State . United Launch Alliance’s Atlas V rocket will attempt to launch from Cape Canaveral. Previous attempts on Nov. 5 and Nov. 6 were scrubbed. ULA announced a new...
Lee County, FL – Traffic Alert: Midpoint Bridge Shutdown 6–9 PM for Annual 5K
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Lee County, FL – Motorists in Lee County should plan for evening delays as the Midpoint Bridge closes on both sides tonight, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., for the Annual Midpoint Madness Veterans Day 5K. According...
Strong demand prompts early sales launch for Lennar’s Sabal Glen in MidTown
Fueled by strong buyer demand and growing excitement for Mid- Town, Lennar has opened sales ahead of schedule at Sabal Glen, its newest neighborhood at Babcock Ranch. The early launch underscores the homebuilder’s continued success in America’s first solar-powered town and highlights Sabal Glen’s focus on value,...

















