Woman’s Club Final Vote is Monday
On Monday, the Town Council will cast their final vote for the new Fort Myers Beach Woman’s Club building planned for the property they own on Sterling Avenue. The previous Woman’s Club building on Sterling Avenue was completely destroyed by Hurricane Ian. The building was designed by Albert...
CROW to host 44th annual Taste of the Islands
An upcoming fundraiser will support the Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife. CROW will present its 44th annual Taste of the Islands on March 21 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at City Hall on Sanibel. Leading up to the big event, Restaurant Week will take place on March 13-20.
This Waterfront Seafood Shack in Fort Myers Beach Is a Local Legend
Fort Myers Beach has no shortage of places to eat, but every now and then you stumble onto a spot that feels like it belongs to another, slower era of Florida life. This waterfront seafood shack has earned a reputation that stretches far beyond the island, pulling in locals, road-trippers, and first-time visitors...
Golf tourney to help those with autism, developmental disabilities
A golf tournament is returning to support people living with autism and developmental disabilities. The STARability Cup charity golf tournament is Wednesday, April 15, at The Club at TwinEagles. The event, now in its second year, raises funds for the STARability Foundation, which supports individuals with autism and...
Grey Oaks Country Club Raises Over $3.8M for Collier County NonProfit Organizations
Grey Oaks Country Club (Naples, Fla.) raised more than $3.8 million for 70 Collier County nonprofit organizations through its Grey Oaks Cares philanthropic initiative. This year, the initiative expanded into a six-day, club-wide Week of Giving that mobilized members, staff, and leadership across the community,...
Arrest report details what happened after Marco Island boat fire
Authorities found the dog alone on the rescue boat. A North Fort Myers man rescued from a burning vessel pushed a good Samaritan overboard, left his dog stranded on the rescue boat and fled into nearby mangroves, authorities say. Ryan Deiter, 40, faces charges of grand theft, resisting without violence...
VIDEO: Dehydrated hiker rescued from Florida nature preserve
OCHOPEE, Fla. (WFLA) — A hiker was forced to call for help while trekking through Big Cypress National Preserve on Monday. The Collier County Sheriff’s Office said that the 58-year-old hiker called 911 after becoming dehydrated. The 911 call was recorded along with a video documenting the rescue,...
Florida Doctors Demand Answers: As State Keeps Measles Details Secret as Cases Hit...
The Growing Outbreak: Florida health officials remain silent about hot spots and risks while families and physicians scramble for information to stop the spread. By Senior Staff Writer, Edmond Thorne for OmniCom MultiMedia.
SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco Island
Top events of the week: 3 To Do: Shell sale on Marco; St Pat’s parade in Naples; India Fest. Wonder Gardens is hosting its annual “Brews for the Birds: Going Green” event from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Friday, March 13. You are invited to sip a beverage and stroll the grounds, all to support the Wonder Gardens. Guests will...
New Fire House To Open April 2nd
The Fort Myers Beach Fire Control District will open its brand new fire station at 2545 Estero Boulevard on Thursday, April 2nd. An Open House will be held for the community from 9AM to Noon. The Fire District broke ground on the new 13,000 square foot, $11 million facility in...

















