Fort Myers FL

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. – A man was arrested and charged with second-degree murder after deputies say he shot and killed his landlord during a physical altercation inside a Port Charlotte home last week. According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded at about 1:39 p.m. on January 7, 2026, The...

CAPE CORAL, Florida - A 16-year-old from Cape Coral has been charged with felony criminal mischief after allegedly vandalizing public restrooms at the Pelican Sports Complex, according to the Cape Coral Police Department. The incident, which resulted in over $1,000 in damages, was captured on security cameras. ...

According to the Gulfshore Business, Downtown Punta Gorda continues to strengthen workforce opportunities in Charlotte County with the approval of The Yard on Olympia, a new outdoor entertainment venue planned for East Olympia Avenue. City Council recently approved key variances for the project, which is expected to...

The old Regal movie theater in Coconut Point could be transformed into apartment buildings as Simon Property Group prepares to present its redevelopment plan to the Village of Estero on Tuesday.

Quality of life in Southwest Florida, they often mention the obvious things first. Sunshine. Warm winters. Access to water. A slower pace. Yet the moments that truly define life here are often quieter and more meaningful. They show up in how neighbors support one another and how organizations work together when...

Kristianna Mrjenovich, a well-known community advocate known as the “Second Chance Queen”, entrepreneur, and founder of the Flutters of Hope Project, has been officially crowned International Ms. North America 2026. The prestigious title recognizes her leadership, philanthropy, and dedication to empowering women,...

FORT MYERS, Fla. — If you’re looking for a heartwarming, toe-tapping night at the theater filled with great music and genuine charm, "Always… Patsy Cline" is a show you’ll want to get on your calendar as it graces the stage of the Florida Repertory Theatre in downtown Fort Myers.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Santini Plaza this year. Saturday, February 14th the Fort Myers Beach Community Foundation is hosting their annual Fashion Show in the vestibule just outside Anita’s Islander store. The wildly populr Fashion Show event is from 11AM to 1PM. Pre-purchase swag bags for $50 at...

The South Cape Community Redevelopment Agency governing board will consider two Breaking Barriers to Business Grant program requests Wednesday. Taco Worx Downtown, LLC and Tiki Tails Dog Resort, LLC each have applied for $50,000 grant awards. Taco Worx, at 1017 Cape Coral Parkway, E., Suite B, entered into a...

The Suffolk Estero office holiday giving tour began at Naples Comprehensive Health – NCH Pediatric Unit, where the team provided much-needed clothing for children and mothers. Next, they visited the School District of Lee County , Orange River Elementary, to drop off bikes that the team assembled for deserving...