New signs, growing concerns as ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ takes shape in Everglades
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. – As the first wave of migrant detainees prepares to arrive, Florida officials are finalizing construction on what is being dubbed as “Alligator Alcatraz.”. State workers have installed signs bearing the nickname outside a makeshift detention center deep in the Everglades — just steps away...
Ramping up: Collier County popular boat ramp closed since February set to reopen by...
One of the most popular boat launches in Collier County is nearing completion and set to open before fall. Collier Boulevard Boating Park, also known as the 951 boat ramp, has been closed since mid-February for major construction that had been planned for years but was delayed when in 2022 Hurricane Ian severely...
Something to bark about: Naples mobile dog gym is first of its kind in...
Jaime Daniel created a career out of her love for dogs. She's the owner of My Dog's Mobile Gym, which is exactly what it sounds like ― a gym on wheels for dogs. My Dog's Mobile Gym is the first of its kind in Southwest Florida. Daniel drives her van all over town to give dogs an opportunity to exercise in a...
Multiple SWFL cities cancel or postpone July 4th celebrations due to weather
Multiple Florida cities including Fort Myers Beach, Sanibel, and North Port have canceled or postponed July 4th celebrations due to forecasted inclement weather and safety concerns.
Coast Guard rescues 5 people from disabled boat near Sanibel Island
A U.S. Coast Guard Clearwater aircrew rescued five people from a disabled boat off the coast of Sanibel Island on July 2.
Estero Ritz hits sales record
The Ritz-Carlton Residences Estero Bay has hit a sales milestone. The luxury tower complex under construction in the Saltleaf on Estero Bay community has topped the $700 million mark in total contracts signed. That includes selling three of its four penthouse units. London Bay Development Group, which is developing...
This Week’s Property Price Changes For Sanibel, Captiva
Data provided courtesy of Eric Pfeifer, Broker-Owner, Pfeifer Realty Group, based on information from the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS® for the period 06/25/25 – 07/01/25. ClassAddressOriginal List PricePriceSubdivision/Condo Name. Condo1602 Lands End Village 1602 Captiva$3,398,000.00...
Marco exhibit ‘Love to Learn’ puts passion on display
Instructor/sculptor Joel Shapses honored at Marco Island Center for the Arts adult education tribute exhibition. Renowned sculptor and instructor Joel Shapses has two sculptures in “Love to Learn,” an exhibition at the Marco Island Center for the Arts celebrating the impact of adult education. On view from July 7...
FORECAST: Wet weather expected into the holiday weekend
Here is your forecast for Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025. Scattered showers and storms will continue this evening and overnight. Keep the rain gear close through the holiday. A stalled front to our north will keep deep tropical moisture overhead, elevating our rain chances even more Thursday, Friday (July 4th) and...
Local Rotary Club Makes Donation to Wheelchair Foundation
The Rotary Club of Sanibel-Captiva was proud to present a check for an impressive $28,000 to Gary Dworkin and Jim Fabry, District 6960 Wheelchair Foundation Co-Chairs, for yet another container of wheelchairs to those in need across the Caribbean, Central, and South America. At their 6th annual “Wheels for Wheels”...