Cape Coral Yacht Club faces costly rebuild after Hurricane Milton fireCape Coral Police Department offers scholarships to high school seniors
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CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Yacht Club faces costly rebuild after Hurricane Milton fire The future of the Cape Coral Yacht Club is under discussion following damage from Hurricane Milton.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Police Department offers scholarships to high school seniors According to the Cape Coral Police Department Facebook page, CCPD is offering scholarships for graduating seniors.
MARCO ISLAND Coin flip could solve Marco Island City Council conflict The Marco Island City Council remains deadlocked in its efforts to appoint a seventh councilor.
FORT MYERS Local leaders in SWFL focus on sustainable water solutions Water is a critical resource in Southwest Florida, supporting everything from fishing to boating and beaches.
COLLIER COUNTY Two girls hoops players from Ukraine reflect on year in SWFL Sasha Rubanova and Sonia Kiritsa reflect on the past year in Southwest Florida after leaving Ukraine.
EAST NAPLES Christopher Worrell among Jan. 6 Capitol attackers released by Trump pardon An East Naples man is now among three Southwest Florida Jan. 6 Capitol rioters released in response to President Donald Trump’s series of pardons.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers plans safety upgrades for Veronica Shoemaker Blvd. The City of Fort Myers is considering a study to explore potential improvements to Veronica S. Shoemaker Boulevard.
SANIBEL Community leaders discuss Sanibel’s future Sanibel Island has faced significant challenges in recent years, including hurricanes and flooding.
LCSO launches K-9 unit to provide emotional support for community The Lee County Sheriff’s Office now has a crisis care K-9 unit to provide emotional support and connection to community members in need.
CAPE CORAL Exclusive interview with Cape Coral leaders about families displaced through city project Residents near Bimini Square in Cape Coral face displacement as bulldozers demolish buildings for a new development project.
CAPE CORAL Demolition begins on Bimini East properties Demolition has begun on the Bimini East properties that are part of the City of Cape Coral’s revitalization development.
Lee County Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for January 22, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for January 22, 2025.
Charlotte County sheriff: deputy-involved shooting suspect was on 68 medications Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell has revealed new details regarding a deputy-involved shooting on Eager Road last week.
Plans for Aquarius Hotel receive final design approval in Naples A proposed 18-unit boutique hotel with a restaurant received unanimous final design approval Jan. 22 by the Naples Design Review Board.
What you need to know for FEMA transitional sheltering assistance Many in Southwest Florida are dealing with unlivable conditions after a series of hurricanes hit the area last fall.
Credit: WINK News. Swamp buggy races are back in Southwest Florida. The outdoor event will provide weekend entertainment for people flocking from all over to watch them, bringing in some money to the region’s economy. With the pandemic, there will be some changes to how the event is run. Florida Sports Park in Collier County is set to host swamp buggy races, where the event will follow mask guidelines during the pandemic. People going to see the races will notice worker and volunteers wearing masks as a safety measure against the spread of the coronavirus. Event organizers confirm people attending can take their masks while outdoors and together with their families or groups. There is also a viewing area where you can watch the buggies hit the track from your car if you feel that is safer. Swamp buggy races have been a tradition in Collier County for the past 72 years. “It started with the hunters,” buggy racer “Barefoot” Bobby Williams said. “This was all swamp land you couldn’t get around out here, and so one buggy was faster than the others, ‘No, it’s not. Yes, it is,’ One thing lead to another.” Williams has been a driver in the swamp buggy races in Collier County for 13 of those years. “It is one of the world’s best-kept secrets,” Williams said. “The swamp buggy races has evolved from, you wouldn’t believe.” Soon bleachers at the sports park will be full of people coming from all over to watch the buggies race. “We are expecting a full sold-out crowd,” Williams said. “Now, we have so many tourist retirees, tourists, family, people with their children.” People are glad to hear vendors and businesses are finally able to make some income. “For those that are still hanging on, this is such good news,” Brian Pugh said. “Bring in the tourists; be safe. As we get more into vaccinations, this will help.” Practice races will be open to the public Saturday. Sunday, the competitive races will take place, and the champion will be crowned. People such as Pugh feel the event will be safe. “If it’s outside, I’m pretty good with it,” Pugh said.