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Prom is often seen as an essential part of the high school experience. However, not everyone can or wants to afford it.
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Prom is often seen as an essential part of the high school experience. However, not everyone can or wants to afford it.
The vibrant art scene in downtown Fort Myers is making waves with an exciting event.
32 college pickleball teams from schools all over the country descend on Cape Coral for the APP US Collegiate Championships.
Charlotte County is tightening security at county commission meetings starting next month. These enhanced measures aim to ensure the safety of everyone attending.
A salon in Port Charlotte is stepping up to make prom dreams come true for girls from Port Charlotte and Lemon Bay High School.
Marco Island is no stranger to dolphins and manatees, but a herd of sand cows? That’s a new kind of wildlife making waves on the beach.
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is gearing up for a run for governor, setting his sights on gaining supporters across the state.
The trial of Nicholas Canfield, the man accused of sexually abusing and killing a 2-year-old girl, began Friday.
A local woman celebrated a milestone birthday in style, turning 96 with a dream experience at the Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee.
As fires become a frequent concern in the area, residents in brush-heavy regions like the Estates in Collier County need to be prepared.
According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, a brush fire ignited in Collier County, affecting local roads on Friday afternoon.
The connection between sugar and cancer is a topic of much discussion and confusion.
A two-acre brush fire reported in North Fort Myers is affecting roads.
Autism Collier Charter School, scheduled to open in August 2025, announced in late March that it will share space during its first year with BridgePrep Academy, another charter school at 3161 Santa Barbara Blvd. in the Naples area.
For years, Vicki Kirby sold her hand-made custom crafts in Port Charlotte while working at Joann fabric and craft store. She never dreamed of starting a business at 71, but an unexpected event led her to opening Kirby’s Fabric Korner on March 10 at 4549 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte.
Prom is often seen as an essential part of the high school experience. However, not everyone can or wants to afford it.
The vibrant art scene in downtown Fort Myers is making waves with an exciting event.
32 college pickleball teams from schools all over the country descend on Cape Coral for the APP US Collegiate Championships.
Charlotte County is tightening security at county commission meetings starting next month. These enhanced measures aim to ensure the safety of everyone attending.
A salon in Port Charlotte is stepping up to make prom dreams come true for girls from Port Charlotte and Lemon Bay High School.
Marco Island is no stranger to dolphins and manatees, but a herd of sand cows? That’s a new kind of wildlife making waves on the beach.
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is gearing up for a run for governor, setting his sights on gaining supporters across the state.
The trial of Nicholas Canfield, the man accused of sexually abusing and killing a 2-year-old girl, began Friday.
A local woman celebrated a milestone birthday in style, turning 96 with a dream experience at the Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee.
As fires become a frequent concern in the area, residents in brush-heavy regions like the Estates in Collier County need to be prepared.
According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, a brush fire ignited in Collier County, affecting local roads on Friday afternoon.
The connection between sugar and cancer is a topic of much discussion and confusion.
A two-acre brush fire reported in North Fort Myers is affecting roads.
Autism Collier Charter School, scheduled to open in August 2025, announced in late March that it will share space during its first year with BridgePrep Academy, another charter school at 3161 Santa Barbara Blvd. in the Naples area.
For years, Vicki Kirby sold her hand-made custom crafts in Port Charlotte while working at Joann fabric and craft store. She never dreamed of starting a business at 71, but an unexpected event led her to opening Kirby’s Fabric Korner on March 10 at 4549 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte.
A 20-year-old Cape Coral motorcyclist was killed Wednesday afternoon in a crash.
Police said Tyler James Harris was headed northwest on Nicholas Parkway, approaching SW 11th Street, when an SUV driven by a 42-year-old Cape Coral man pulled into his path from SW 11th St.
The driver told police he didn’t see any approaching traffic on Nicholas when he pulled out to make a left turn.
Harris collided with the side of the SUV and was thrown from his motorcycle. Medics attempted CPR but he died at the scene.
The crash happened at 12:11 p.m., and police are still investigating. They said alcohol/drugs are an unknown factor at this time, as is speed.
They ask anyone who witnessed the crash or has information about it to contact the Cape Coral Police Department by calling 239-574-3223, by submitting an anonymous tip at www.capecops.com/tips, https://new.tipsubmit.com/en/create-report/anonymous, sending us a message through our social media platforms or calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS. Please use the Case Report # 21-014223.