Road rage leads to gunfire near US 41 bridge in Punta GordaWarm, breezy day with evening rain ahead of a slight cold front
PUNTA GORDA Road rage leads to gunfire near US 41 bridge in Punta Gorda A road rage incident near the Gilchrist Bridge in Punta Gorda led to shots being fired, according to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office.
the weather authority Warm, breezy day with evening rain ahead of a slight cold front The Weather Authority says Sunday is starting off warm across Southwest Florida with overnight lows in the upper 60s and 70s, staying warm throughout the day before a cold front sweeps south later this evening.
FORT MYERS Edison Festival parade lights up Fort Myers with floats and bands The Edison Festival parade was a spectacle of lights and sounds, drawing crowds to celebrate the legacy of Thomas Edison.
CAPE CORAL Goth Gala for the Forlorn; How the alt scene honored Valentine’s Day Love Your Rebellion hosted the Goth Gala for the Forlorn at Nice Guys Pizza in Cape Coral on Friday night.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers gears up for Edison Festival parade; road closures in place Downtown Fort Myers is buzzing with excitement as the Edison Festival of Light Parade is set to begin.
the weather authority Near-record heat with sun and clouds for your Saturday The Weather Authority says the above-normal temperatures that Southwest Florida has been experiencing will stick around yet again for Saturday.
LEE COUNTY Savannah Bananas bring fun on the diamond at JetBlue Park The Savannah Bananas amazed and entertained a sold out JetBlue Park Friday night for the first time in Southwest Florida.
CAPE CORAL Caught on Camera: Cape Coral mailbox hit by drifting car A Cape Coral homeowner was left in shock after a car sent her mailbox flying through the air and left tire tracks next to her home.
ARCADIA DeSoto County man sentenced for deadly DUI crash Justice for a mother and son killed by a man driving under the influence.
NAPLES Oldest Black-owned business in SWFL continues to serve community Cleveland Bass Movers, founded in 1969, stands as the oldest Black-owned business in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Broken gate on Lovers Key Beach Resort frustrating residents Residents of Lover’s Key Beach Club in Fort Myers Beach are frustrated with a gate that remains wide open, despite “No Trespassing” signs, since Hurricane Ian struck two years ago.
St. James City Church plans $700k flood-proofing project for future safety Hurricanes have caused flood after flood, and one island church, The First Baptist Church of Saint James City, wants to build higher.
Romance scams rise in the US, AARP warns residents to beware Romance scams are on the rise, with the Federal Trade Commission reporting over 64,000 cases in the U.S. in 2023.
Fort Myers Savannah Bananas make their way to Fort Myers for first time The Savannah Bananas have made their way to JetBlue Park for Friday’s sold-out game in Fort Myers to watch “the greatest show in sports.”
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Yacht Club receives key permit Cape Coral received a key permit for a Yacht Club Community Park. This permit opens up the necessary steps for the park to be built.
PUNTA GORDA Road rage leads to gunfire near US 41 bridge in Punta Gorda A road rage incident near the Gilchrist Bridge in Punta Gorda led to shots being fired, according to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office.
the weather authority Warm, breezy day with evening rain ahead of a slight cold front The Weather Authority says Sunday is starting off warm across Southwest Florida with overnight lows in the upper 60s and 70s, staying warm throughout the day before a cold front sweeps south later this evening.
FORT MYERS Edison Festival parade lights up Fort Myers with floats and bands The Edison Festival parade was a spectacle of lights and sounds, drawing crowds to celebrate the legacy of Thomas Edison.
CAPE CORAL Goth Gala for the Forlorn; How the alt scene honored Valentine’s Day Love Your Rebellion hosted the Goth Gala for the Forlorn at Nice Guys Pizza in Cape Coral on Friday night.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers gears up for Edison Festival parade; road closures in place Downtown Fort Myers is buzzing with excitement as the Edison Festival of Light Parade is set to begin.
the weather authority Near-record heat with sun and clouds for your Saturday The Weather Authority says the above-normal temperatures that Southwest Florida has been experiencing will stick around yet again for Saturday.
LEE COUNTY Savannah Bananas bring fun on the diamond at JetBlue Park The Savannah Bananas amazed and entertained a sold out JetBlue Park Friday night for the first time in Southwest Florida.
CAPE CORAL Caught on Camera: Cape Coral mailbox hit by drifting car A Cape Coral homeowner was left in shock after a car sent her mailbox flying through the air and left tire tracks next to her home.
ARCADIA DeSoto County man sentenced for deadly DUI crash Justice for a mother and son killed by a man driving under the influence.
NAPLES Oldest Black-owned business in SWFL continues to serve community Cleveland Bass Movers, founded in 1969, stands as the oldest Black-owned business in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Broken gate on Lovers Key Beach Resort frustrating residents Residents of Lover’s Key Beach Club in Fort Myers Beach are frustrated with a gate that remains wide open, despite “No Trespassing” signs, since Hurricane Ian struck two years ago.
St. James City Church plans $700k flood-proofing project for future safety Hurricanes have caused flood after flood, and one island church, The First Baptist Church of Saint James City, wants to build higher.
Romance scams rise in the US, AARP warns residents to beware Romance scams are on the rise, with the Federal Trade Commission reporting over 64,000 cases in the U.S. in 2023.
Fort Myers Savannah Bananas make their way to Fort Myers for first time The Savannah Bananas have made their way to JetBlue Park for Friday’s sold-out game in Fort Myers to watch “the greatest show in sports.”
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Yacht Club receives key permit Cape Coral received a key permit for a Yacht Club Community Park. This permit opens up the necessary steps for the park to be built.
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Donald Trump will become the 45th president of the United States today, and many in Southwest Florida are taking to social media to share their thoughts. Fort Myers resident Lindsey Vlemmix’s enthusiasm for a big day in the nation’s history is clear in this photo she posted to Instagram: Inauguration Day 🎊🙌 #trump #inauguration #usa #trumptrain #🇺🇸 #trump2017 #elected #president #florida #america #trump🇺🇸 A photo posted by Lindsey Vlemmix (@lindsey_vlemmix) on Jan 20, 2017 at 3:18am PST Fabian Bertuna took to Twitter in Estero to post a musical tribute to Trump: https://t.co/uqamWQFmZ2. Go Trump go — FABIAN BERTUNA (@FabianBertuna) January 20, 2017 Not everyone is excited about the transition of power: #Florida, this view almost makes me forgive you for voting for #Trump. Almost. #nofilter @anthonymrossi A photo posted by Nina Judar (@ninajudar) on Jan 19, 2017 at 3:20pm PST Artist Leoma Lovegrove, whose support for Trump was made abundantly clear at her Matlacha gallery, is in Washington for the inauguration: A student from Palmetto Ridge High School tweeted his feelings prior to taking part in the Inaugural Parade: https://twitter.com/TaylorToatley/status/822411842609967105 The school tweeted to let people know the students were safe amid violent protests near the parade route: Those worried about us, we've got 5 branches, DC's finest, and secret service here #PRHSinDC @collierschools pic.twitter.com/tqQmpsFp30 — Palmetto Ridge (@PalmettoRidgeHS) January 20, 2017 Steve Ferrin was at Southwest Florida International Airport on his way to Washington: Heading to D.C. with @helensellsnaples, we heard there is something going on tomorrow…. #trump #maga #inauguration #spiritairlines #ftmyers #washingtondc A photo posted by Steven Hartley Ferren (@steveferren) on Jan 19, 2017 at 11:50am PST The message from Michelle Rouse of Naples was clear: It all starts today 🇺🇸#letsgo #inauguration #trump45 #maga #trumpinauguration #ibelieve A photo posted by Michelle Rouse (@michelle_rouse73) on Jan 20, 2017 at 5:41am PST WINK News reporter Channing Frampton was live via Facebook from an inauguration party in Naples: Florida Gulf Coast University political science professor Peter Bergerson weighed in live on Facebook with WINK News reporter Jessica Alpern: The Palmetto Ridge High School Marching Pride prepare to march in the inaugural parade: WINK News anchor Amanda Hall shows the sights and sounds of the inauguration parade on Pennsylvania Avenue: WINK News reporter Jessica Alpern interviews FGCU political science professor Peter Bergerson about President Donald Trump’s social media style: Submit Copyright ©2025 Fort Myers Broadcasting. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without prior written consent.