London Bay While You’re Away
The Fort Myers Beach Town Council has set 2 special meetings to hear the biggest development on the island, London Bay’s plans for the old Outrigger property. To be approved, the project needs to go through two council public hearing and receive yes votes from 3 out of the 5 council members.
Cape Coral Animal Shelter seeks donations for 5th annual online auction
The Cape Coral Animal Shelter is excited to announce its 5th annual online auction, taking place virtually from Aug. 17-21, 2026. As the shelter’s largest annual fundraiser, the event raises critical funds to support the care, medical treatment, enrichment, and adoption of homeless animals throughout Southwest Florida.
Respect, civility discussed at Punta Gorda City Council
PUNTA GORDA — Punta Gorda City Council members talked about civility and respect at Wednesday’s meeting, but a few minutes later, one council member got up and left the meeting as a citizen spoke at the podium.
Rain or shine, you can have a beach-themed wedding
Tie the knot where the sun meets the sea — right inside the clerk’s office. Roger D. Eaton, your Charlotte County Clerk of the Circuit Court & County Comptroller, is bringing the beach to the Justice Center, 350 E. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, with sunset beach weddings in the marriage ceremony room throughout the month o
Burglar enters San Carlos Park supermarket through roof, steals thousands
SAN CARLOS PARK, Fla. — A masked burglar broke into San Carlos Supermercado by cutting a hole in the roof, stealing thousands of dollars and attempting to remove a safe before fleeing the same way. Security cameras captured the moment the burglar dropped from the ceiling after cutting a...
36 In 35—The Legacy-Proven 477 V
Now listed as a “Legacy Model,” meaning in part that it’s out of Nor-Tech’s regular production rotation, the 477 V was introduced in 2012. The Cape Coral, Fla., was beginning to flesh out its center console line at the time—a company mainstay that continues to grow as witnessed by this year’s introduction of the 42-Ele
Where tradition meets the table: 6 family-owned SWFL restaurants
In Southwest Florida, some restaurants offer more than just a good meal. They tell stories of family, tradition, and perseverance. Across Naples, Bonita Springs, and beyond, generations of restaurateurs have built beloved local establishments rooted in heritage, hard work, and recipes passed down through the years. Fro
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank hosts toy and clothing drive
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank is collecting new toys, clothing and essential household items throughout June to benefit the Children’s Advocacy Center of Southwest Florida. Requested items include new clothing with tags for boys, girls and toddlers; new sneakers in sizes two through 13; baby formula, cereal and food;
Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina to host Fourth of July Bash
Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina invites the community to don their best red, white and blue for its Fourth of July Bash from 4 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, July 4. The celebration also marks the one-year anniversary of the waterfront destination. Located at the foot of the Cape...
Good Boy Rescued From Canal Gets Help Finding Family From Firefighters and EMS Crew
Every pet owner’s worst fear is the thought of their beloved companion lost and alone with no way home. That frightening reality became all too real for one dog in Cape Coral, Florida, when he was discovered stranded in a canal after what must have been a confusing and stressful ordeal. Wet, exhausted, and nursing an i

















