Fort Myers FL

It's all about the water in Southwest Florida as coastal venues hammered by 2022's Hurricane Ian go in different directions as we move into Spring. For one, Sanibel's vintage West Gulf Drive has been in various stages of comeback , where new and legacy properties are converging, and its dominance as a place for Lee...

CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. — Charlotte County deputies are asking for the public's help in the search for a fugitive following an incident that happened at the Pilot gas station on Jones Loop Road. The incident happened on March 8. According to the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office, deputies and the...

Lee County’s building scene is buzzing again — from Fort Myers to Cape Coral, skilled trades are in high demand. If you’ve got tools, a truck, and a solid work ethic, these openings are worth a look.

Florida hands out free daily doses of sunshine and blue skies to all. For an added boost, you’ll find beach yoga, massage therapy, and wellness spas. From facialsand juice bars to sound baths and clean, healthy food options, Punta Gorda is a beacon for wellness travelers. Punta Gorda Spa...

Lee County’s transportation scene is buzzing right now — from local delivery routes to long‑haul CDL runs, there’s steady work and solid pay for dependable drivers. Location: Fort Myers, FL (relocation help offered)

The Cape Coral Bridge replacement, an estimated $547.9 million project, could be potentially eligible for a $250 million federal grant and Lee County commissioners want to do everything they can to get it. So much so, Lee County commissioners and the county manager spoke on Tuesday at a work session about waiving the...

PUNTA GORDA — A Charlotte County man who held two people hostage during a 12-hour standoff in 2023 was sentenced to serve two life sentences in prison on Wednesday, prosecutors said.

There it stood, way down off of Palm Beach Boulevard in Alva , as 23,000 cars a day passed by. “It was an old, rundown convenience store,” Tara Ford said. “It was vacant for years.” And when she first stopped at the property a few years ago, Tara had her doubts. “I couldn’t see the vision ,” she said. “It took a...

CAPE CORAL, Florida - The Cape Coral Police Department conducted a citywide enforcement operation on March 17, 2026, specifically targeting impaired driving. The operation, which took place from 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m., resulted in 69 total traffic stops and 59 citations, according to a press release from the...

SANIBEL, Fla. (WINK) — A large sandbar has effectively sealed off Blind Pass, the waterway that separates Sanibel and Captiva islands. The pass, which typically allows water to flow between the Gulf and the bay system, is currently blocked by a large amount of accumulated sand. Officials say the situation reflects...