Farmers Markets these days also feature young entrepreneurs
NORTH PORT — Emily Deegan wants to go on her class trip to Disney World.
Florida man charged with conning hurricane survivors in $100K cabinet scheme
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — In a multi-state investigation, a Florida man was arrested and charged with money laundering and a fraud scheme after getting paid to build cabinets post-Hurricane Ian, and never doing the work. According to the Gulf Coast News, Christopher Kane, 59, allegedly entered into contracts with...
Cameron Ashley Expands in Florida With New Fort Myers Distribution Center
GREENVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA / ACCESS Newswire / October 3, 2025 / Cameron Ashley Building Products (Cameron Ashley) has opened its newest distribution center in Fort Myers, Florida, strengthening its ability to serve contractors throughout the Gulf Coast. The facility will stock fiberglass insulation, mineral wool,...
Vendor registration open for the Great Garage Sale
Vendor registration is now open for the Seventh Annual Great Garage Sale at Charlotte Sports Park, an event that typically draws more than 2,000 shoppers. The sale will be held Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 8 a.m. to noon at Charlotte Sports Park, located at 2300 El Jobean Road in Port Charlotte.
Cape Coral opens new downtown parking garage to boost business district
South Cape Coral's new parking garage at The Cove offers tiered pricing that starts with one free hour. The city hopes it will support downtown businesses and events.
South Florida man arrested for allegedly beating girlfriend’s cats
CAPE CORAL, Fla. (CBS12) — A South Florida man is accused of beating up his girlfriend's cats while she was away. According to the Cape Coral Police Department, on Tuesday, officers responded to a report from a woman who said she saw her boyfriend punching her cat while she was away from the residence.
WT? Wild boar crashes through sliding glass door into a family’s living room
This week’s WTH? Moment takes us to Lee County, Florida where a man was sitting in his living room watching television when all of a sudden, a wild boar crashed through the sliding glass door of his home and stood there staring at him! He was sitting on his couch staring back! LOL!
Guest Commentary | Mayor’s message
As we begin Fiscal Year 2026, I want to thank everyone who participated in the many public discussions and provided input as the City shaped its budget and policy decisions for the year ahead. Your engagement has been invaluable in helping us balance the needs of a growing community.. One...
Man arrested for pointing bb gun at school bus full of elementary students
A 30-year-old man was arrested for pointing a BB gun at a school bus carrying elementary students in Lehigh Acres. It was his second time doing it according to parents.
Town Set to Settle Former Employee Lawsuit
On Monday the Fort Myers Beach Town Council will vote on a settlement agreement with former town employee Pareshkumar Patel. The Town Attorney is advising the council to settle with Patel for $50,000. Here’s what happened. Patel filed a lawsuit against the town to recover unpaid overtime under the...
