Matanzas Pass Bridge reopens after boat crashes into it, closing it for hoursLittle Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily close
FORT MYERS BEACH Matanzas Pass Bridge reopens after boat crashes into it, closing it for hours The Matanzas Pass Bridge has reopened to traffic after it was shut down for hours when a boat crashed into it.
MATLACHA Little Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily close The Florida Department of Transportation has announced the temporary closure of the Little Pine Island Bridge.
Lee County man receives 3 life sentences for molesting child On Monday, a man was found guilty and given three life sentences for molesting a child between 2013 and 2019.
NORTH FORT MYERS Shell Factory & Nature Park to permanently close, land to be sold The Shell Factory & Nature Park has announced its plans to close permanently after 86 years.
WEST PALM BEACH (AP) Suspect in apparent assassination attempt on Trump was near golf course for 12 hours, records show A man suspected in an apparent assassination attempt targeting former President Donald Trump was charged with federal gun crimes.
ESTERO 3 women wanted in Estero for stealing nearly $900 in liquor Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on three women wanted for stealing nearly $900 in liquor from an Estero Publix.
NAPLES Man accused of taking photos of minor in bathroom stall at Naples mall A man has been arrested after allegedly taking photos of an underaged girl from underneath a bathroom stall at a Naples mall.
TICE Fort Myers man accused of kidnapping, sexually assaulting girl to appear in court The Fort Myers man arrested for allegedly kidnapping a young girl and sexually assaulting her at knifepoint is scheduled in court.
CAPE CORAL Stolen car found submerged in Cape Coral canal The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a reportedly stolen car found submerged in a canal.
CAPE CORAL Shooting near Del Prado Boulevard in Cape Coral injures 1 The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred near Del Prado Boulevard South.
FORT MYERS BEACH What’s next for red-tagged properties on Fort Myers Beach? Monday is a make-or-break day for families who have struggled fixing their homes the last two years after Hurricane Ian.
orlando Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Orlando Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference in Orlando.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: Hot and mainly dry Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hot start to the workweek as most will stay dry throughout the afternoon.
Fort Myers Death investigation at Target on Dynasty Drive The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a death at the Target on Dynasty Drive in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS Displaced resident speaks out after fire at Winkler Apartment Complex For the second time in as many days, a fire broke out at the Retreat at Vista Lake Apartment Complex in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS BEACH Matanzas Pass Bridge reopens after boat crashes into it, closing it for hours The Matanzas Pass Bridge has reopened to traffic after it was shut down for hours when a boat crashed into it.
MATLACHA Little Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily close The Florida Department of Transportation has announced the temporary closure of the Little Pine Island Bridge.
Lee County man receives 3 life sentences for molesting child On Monday, a man was found guilty and given three life sentences for molesting a child between 2013 and 2019.
NORTH FORT MYERS Shell Factory & Nature Park to permanently close, land to be sold The Shell Factory & Nature Park has announced its plans to close permanently after 86 years.
WEST PALM BEACH (AP) Suspect in apparent assassination attempt on Trump was near golf course for 12 hours, records show A man suspected in an apparent assassination attempt targeting former President Donald Trump was charged with federal gun crimes.
ESTERO 3 women wanted in Estero for stealing nearly $900 in liquor Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on three women wanted for stealing nearly $900 in liquor from an Estero Publix.
NAPLES Man accused of taking photos of minor in bathroom stall at Naples mall A man has been arrested after allegedly taking photos of an underaged girl from underneath a bathroom stall at a Naples mall.
TICE Fort Myers man accused of kidnapping, sexually assaulting girl to appear in court The Fort Myers man arrested for allegedly kidnapping a young girl and sexually assaulting her at knifepoint is scheduled in court.
CAPE CORAL Stolen car found submerged in Cape Coral canal The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a reportedly stolen car found submerged in a canal.
CAPE CORAL Shooting near Del Prado Boulevard in Cape Coral injures 1 The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred near Del Prado Boulevard South.
FORT MYERS BEACH What’s next for red-tagged properties on Fort Myers Beach? Monday is a make-or-break day for families who have struggled fixing their homes the last two years after Hurricane Ian.
orlando Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Orlando Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference in Orlando.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: Hot and mainly dry Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hot start to the workweek as most will stay dry throughout the afternoon.
Fort Myers Death investigation at Target on Dynasty Drive The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a death at the Target on Dynasty Drive in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS Displaced resident speaks out after fire at Winkler Apartment Complex For the second time in as many days, a fire broke out at the Retreat at Vista Lake Apartment Complex in Fort Myers.
A little over nine months after Hurricane Ian, one popular local business has reopened its doors. Many have been anxiously awaiting the reopening of the Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill, a staple of the city. Manager Jay Collins said that several of the regulars have been stopping in to check in on its progress. “Feels really nice to know we still have regulars and people that have been here and are willing to come back and come see us and come see new improvements,” said server Courtney Barnett. Collins also said that they had to replace about 60% of their staff in the last eight months while they were waiting to open back up, but he also said that current employees are training and ready to go like they were never gone. “I guess a labor of love great institution here before and kinda part of the culture of Cape Coral and part of the yacht club for a long time,” Collins said. The Boathouse Tiki Bar & Grill restaurant reopened for business Monday morning, and people were excited. Nickolas Curran, local boatowner, secured his spot right before lunch. “We actually I think got the last slip though, so it’s very busy today,” Curran said. He and his family did not want to miss out on what they’d been missing: good food and drink, right on the water. If you’re looking to get to the bar but don’t want to circle for parking, a Cape Coral native is helping get to the boathouse for the grand reopening. Knute Linzenmeyer, owner of K.A.R.T in southwest Florida, is offering free rides Mondays through Thursday evenings from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturdays from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. Boathouse goers should park downtown and call to book a ride.