Fort Myers FL

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Florida Gulf Coast University’s decision to replace natural grass with artificial turf as part of a campus renovation project has sparked criticism from some students, alumni and faculty over environmental concerns. “I think it was a really stupid decision, especially since they preach about...

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — The Cape Coral Police Department had a significant presence in a plaza on Del Prado Boulevard South on Thursday. Crime scene tape could be seen in the parking lot of the plaza. Gulf Coast News has reached out to the police for information. Count on...

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Friday is a Gulf Coast Weather Impact Day, as dangerous heat during the early afternoon will give way to scattered to widespread downpours and thunderstorms, a few of which will be strong. Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast calls for temperatures to climb quickly...

FORT MYERS, Fla. — A severe thunderstorm brought powerful winds, heavy rain and widespread disruption across the Gulf Coast on Thursday night. Thunder roared, rain blew sideways, and palm trees swayed as the storm swept through, snapping trees and knocking out power to businesses at Bell Tower in Fort Myers around 7:25

LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. — Deputies responded to reports of a shooting in Lehigh Acres early Friday morning. Gulf Coast News crews on the scene report Lee County deputy activity near the area of West 9th Street and Willard Avenue. The Lee County Sheriff's Office reported that there was a...

TAMPA — Daytime heating combined with the sea breeze is expected to fuel afternoon and evening thunderstorms across Florida’s west peninsula Friday, with the Storm Prediction Center raising chances for some storms to turn severe along the western coast, including areas near Tampa, Sarasota, Fort Myers, and Naples.

Sarah Richard, Executive Director, Gulf Coast Village. July 8, 2026 – Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS) has named Sarah Richard, executive director of Gulf Coast Village, as its 2026 Executive of the Year through the VOANS Impact Honors Awards program. The national awards program recognizes individuals wh

Retire worn American flags respectfully. A faded or damaged U.S. flag should never be thrown in the trash but disposed of in a dignified manner, preferably by burning, in accordance with U.S. Flag Code. Several local organizations will properly retire your flag. Residents can drop off worn flags at the...

This prestigious Gulf Harbor Yacht & Country Club 9th Floor Shores I Stonybrook Model has panoramic west and north views of the intracoastal waterway to downtown Fort Myers, a million-dollar view without the million-dollar price tag! Country club golf membership and furniture are negotiable. A 2,366-square-foot home un

A 51-year-old man, Viktar Kiryk, was killed by a lightning strike while in the water at Fort Myers Beach, Florida, on July 3. Three family members who were with him were taken to a local hospital for evaluation and were reported to be in stable condition. Authorities urged residents and...