Fort Myers FL

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...

A Charlotte County man is accused of acting as a courier in a $30,000 scam that targeted a victim in Deep Creek, Florida. The case began with a claim that the victim's computer had been hacked, according to Gulf Coast News. Investigators said the victim was told money had to be sent by courier to stop funds from being

'I will f – ing kill you': Woman pulled up alongside pest control salesman in her SUV to shove a gun in his face and threaten his life, police say – Image for illustrative purposes only (Image credits: nvmwebsites-budwg5g9avh3epea.z03.azurefd.net) Lehigh Acres, Florida – A routine sales visit turned into a frightening

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — A driver was arrested after a chase and PIT maneuver in Lee County on Thursday. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, it attempted to conduct a traffic stop on an SUV accused of driving fast in the area of State Road 82 and 40th Street in Lehigh Acres.

FORT MYERS, Fla. — When you first meet 22-year-old Juan Porras, you quickly learn what he's most passionate about. "I believe in the American dream, just being able to give back," said Porras. That dream, for Porras, is centered on service. Porras dove headfirst into training with FSW and...

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — A Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputy was fired Wednesday after an internal affairs investigation found he violated agency policy during and after a North Fort Myers pursuit of a reported reckless driver in April. According to disciplinary records, Deputy First Class Gabriel Hollow was...