Local Planning Agency rejects petitions for Revana Lakes in Bonita Springs
The Local Planning Agency in Bonita Springs has sided against a controversial development known as Revana Lakes proposed on environmentally protected land. At a hearing Aug. 28, the advisory board voted 5-1 to recommend denial of changes to the city's comprehensive plan that are required for the mixed-use luxury...
More Connecticut nurses disciplined in fake college degree scam, records show
The nurses all claimed they received their degrees from Florida schools now under federal investigation, documents show.
Fort Myers Beach Concert Series Adds Friday Shows To Help Local Businesses
Beginning Aug. 29, live music will fill the air at Bayside Park on Friday nights. The band Smack Daddy kicks off the new shows from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. "The Sunday concert series has been great to bring the locals and tourists together to enjoy a free concert on the back bay," said Peter Ennis, per Fort Myers Beach...
Meme of the Day 8/28/25
Your donation will help support not only the student Journalism and Yearbook clubs at Marco Island Academy, but as well as any new equipment, club improvements, and annual website hosting costs. Ayleen Abin is a senior at Marco Island Academy and is a staff writer for The Wave. In her...
Matt Schofield highlights another month of music at Arts Bonita
Arts Bonita’s live music continues in September with shows at the Performing Arts Center in Bonita Springs. Arts Bonita welcomes Matt Schofield on Sept. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Moe Auditorium. British born and now U.S.-based, Matt Schofield continues to push the frontiers and reshape the boundaries of the...
SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco Island
Kristyn Estes’ adult comedy “The Swingset” returns to the Arts Center Theatre on Marco Island for a special encore engagement; with the final performances at 7:30 p.m., Aug. 29. The play finds retiree couple Jake and Abby navigating the challenges – and surprises – that come with island life and retirement. Price for...
3 To Do: Waterlily Weekend, ‘Backstage Hollywood’ and Labor Day fun
1. THIS WEEKEND: Dive into Waterlily Weekend in the Garden. Guests can enjoy demonstrations, activities and talks with our garden gurus, all included with garden admission. Paid tours will also be offered all weekend long for those wishing to dive deeper into the collection. View nearly 300 vibrant waterlilies...
Short-Term Rentals See Summer Slump, But Labor Day Travel Bucks Trend
Short-term rental occupancy is down sharply across the United States this summer, according to the latest data from PriceLabs’ monthly “STR Index.”. Occupancy rates for August 2025 are pacing 10 percent below 2024 levels in every state, while September is down 12 percent nationwide compared to the same time last...
It’s Jimmy Buffet Weekend
All Labor Day Weekend, Margaritaville Resort on Fort Myers Beach will be celebrating the life, legacy, and laid-back spirit of Jimmy Buffett with special events, community giveback, and island-style fun. It all begins Friday with the 𝐉𝐢𝐦𝐦𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 from 10AM to 2PM in the...
Popular Italian restaurant chain files bankruptcy
If you’ve strolled through Mercato in Naples, Florida lately, you might’ve noticed a familiar corner spot suddenly looking a little… empty. That’s because Bravo Italian Kitchen is no more. The cozy pasta-slinging staple that served Naples locals for over 15 years shut its doors in July. And now, its parent company...