Northbound Via Coconut Point closure begins July 20 for SportsPark turn lane project in...
ESTERO, Fla. — Northbound Via Coconut Point at Williams Road in Estero will be closed for nearly two weeks as crews install drainage infrastructure for the Estero SportsPark/High 5 turn lane improvement project. The closure started Monday and is scheduled to last until Friday, July 31. Drivers are advised...
Florida families wait months for working A/C as summer heat turns bedrooms unbearable
"They bring me this thing, and that's what we've had ever since."
Locals Can’t Stop Talking About The Grouper Sandwich At This Florida Seafood Restaurant
Tucked along Metro Parkway in Fort Myers, Florida, Shrimp Shack has become a beloved neighborhood staple that keeps locals coming back for more. With a 4.5-star rating from over 3,400 reviews, this casual seafood spot has clearly struck a chord with the community. From their legendary grouper sandwich to buttery...
Man sentenced to 25 years for killing brother outside a Lee County restaurant on...
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — A man was sentenced to 25 years in prison after taking a plea deal for killing his brother outside a Lee County restaurant. According to the Lee County Sheriff's Office, Steve Iglesia Jr. accepted a plea deal for 25 years on the counts of second-degree murder and domestic violence battery.
Fort Myers parks see artificial turf hit 145 degrees in Florida sun
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Artificial turf can reach extremely high temperatures, far exceeding natural grass and even metal playground equipment, according to recent measurements. Ivan Holguin and his daughter Audrey often visit parks in Fort Myers, where they enjoy spending time outdoors. Now, Holguin has noticed artificial
2 drivers accused of street racing at 78 mph in a 45 mph zone...
LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. — A Lee County deputy spotted two drivers reportedly racing along Lee Boulevard in Lehigh Acres on Saturday. It was cut short when the deputy stopped both vehicles at the intersection of Lee Boulevard and Sunshine Boulevard in Lehigh Acres. According to the arrest report, both...
Survivors of fatal Cape Coral shooting say they became bullying victims
The teenage girls who survived the shooting and robbery that killed their best friend said that they became victims of bullying because of the murder. Three girls, all just 15 years old, were walking from a movie theater in Cape Coral to a nearby McDonald’s on the night of March 17, 2024 , when suddenly a car pulled up
Petland Fort Myers Named 2026 Petland Store of the Year
(PRESS RELEASE) ORLANDO, FL — Petland has named Petland Fort Myers its 2026 Store of the Year, recognizing the Florida franchise for exceptional business performance, operational excellence, customer service, and community commitment. The award was presented during Petland’s annual Awards Banquet held in conjunction wi
Map reveals Flock cameras are spreading across Southwest Florida, raising privacy concerns
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — On the Gulf Coast, people are noticing more of a certain type of camera alongside the road. They are usually mounted on poles – often with a small solar panel on top. The cameras are automated license plate readers, or ALPRs. Most are made...
COLUMN: A day in the life of your local Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce
Have you ever wondered what happens inside the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce on a typical day? The answer is simple; there really isn’t a “typical” day! While many people know us for ribbon cuttings, networking events, community events, and celebrations, that’s only part of the story.
