FORT MYERS G.O. bonds: A measure to fund city parks A go bond, or general obligation bond, is a way to raise money from taxpayers for projects that are meant to improve people’s quality of life.
Amendment 3: Recreational marijuana legalization Where there’s passion, there’s big money. Supporters and opponents have spent well over $100 million dollars on amendment three.
Lee County to vote on Lee Health conversion Oct. 28 The final vote by the Lee County Board of Commissioners on Lee Health’s conversion from a public nonprofit to a private nonprofit will take place in a special meeting at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 28, after being rescheduled due to the approach of Hurricane Milton earlier this month.
Post-Hurricane Ian built home breaks Fort Myers Beach residential sale record The post-Hurricane Ian luxury housing market just set a new standard for pricing with a record-setting deal on Fort Myers Beach.
NAPLES Elderly Naples couple pleads guilty to stealing from stores to sell on eBay On Tuesday, a Naples couple pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud over the course of two years.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County reopens several parks, playgrounds and pavilions Charlotte County reopened several parks, playgrounds and pavilions, giving residents more options for enjoying the outdoors.
WINK NEWS “Once it’s in the constitution, there’s no going back” Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks on Amendment 4 Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Jacksonville at the Sacred Heart Jacksonville Parrish Center on Amendment 4 with doctors and physicians backing him.
CAPE CORAL Jaycee Park closes until 2025 for renovations Despite heated council meetings and petitions from a small but passionate group, Jaycee Park is officially closed until 2025 for renovations.
The Weather Authority Sun and clouds, along with slightly above seasonal temperatures this Tuesday The Weather Authority is tracking similar conditions on Monday with temperatures reaching the mid to upper 80s.
Robbery turned shooting in Dunbar injures 1; suspect on the run The Fort Myers Police Department responded to a robbery-turned shooting that occurred overnight in the Dunbar community.
Woman rescued from Peace River by good Samaritans days after Milton A woman is lucky to be alive after being found two miles off the coast in the Peace River and brought to shore by vigilant good samaritans.
PUNTA GORDA Restaurant in Cape Coral helps another in Punta Gorda recover from Milton Bartenders at the Celtic Ray in Punta Gorda have struggled since Hurricane Milton severely damaged the pub.
Warrior Homes of Collier awards scholarships to local veterans Four Collier County students with military ties are getting a boost toward their education.
Caught on video: Man arrested after leading police on chase in stolen truck Florida troopers say 36-year-old David Alfonso stole the vehicle in Collier County and then led them on a chase through Lee County to Alico Road and Ben Hill Griffin.
Record early voting in SWFL may be linked to recent hurricanes On Monday, thousands of people got in line at their polling places as early voting started for most places in southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS G.O. bonds: A measure to fund city parks A go bond, or general obligation bond, is a way to raise money from taxpayers for projects that are meant to improve people’s quality of life.
Amendment 3: Recreational marijuana legalization Where there’s passion, there’s big money. Supporters and opponents have spent well over $100 million dollars on amendment three.
Lee County to vote on Lee Health conversion Oct. 28 The final vote by the Lee County Board of Commissioners on Lee Health’s conversion from a public nonprofit to a private nonprofit will take place in a special meeting at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 28, after being rescheduled due to the approach of Hurricane Milton earlier this month.
Post-Hurricane Ian built home breaks Fort Myers Beach residential sale record The post-Hurricane Ian luxury housing market just set a new standard for pricing with a record-setting deal on Fort Myers Beach.
NAPLES Elderly Naples couple pleads guilty to stealing from stores to sell on eBay On Tuesday, a Naples couple pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit mail fraud over the course of two years.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County reopens several parks, playgrounds and pavilions Charlotte County reopened several parks, playgrounds and pavilions, giving residents more options for enjoying the outdoors.
WINK NEWS “Once it’s in the constitution, there’s no going back” Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks on Amendment 4 Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Jacksonville at the Sacred Heart Jacksonville Parrish Center on Amendment 4 with doctors and physicians backing him.
CAPE CORAL Jaycee Park closes until 2025 for renovations Despite heated council meetings and petitions from a small but passionate group, Jaycee Park is officially closed until 2025 for renovations.
The Weather Authority Sun and clouds, along with slightly above seasonal temperatures this Tuesday The Weather Authority is tracking similar conditions on Monday with temperatures reaching the mid to upper 80s.
Robbery turned shooting in Dunbar injures 1; suspect on the run The Fort Myers Police Department responded to a robbery-turned shooting that occurred overnight in the Dunbar community.
Woman rescued from Peace River by good Samaritans days after Milton A woman is lucky to be alive after being found two miles off the coast in the Peace River and brought to shore by vigilant good samaritans.
PUNTA GORDA Restaurant in Cape Coral helps another in Punta Gorda recover from Milton Bartenders at the Celtic Ray in Punta Gorda have struggled since Hurricane Milton severely damaged the pub.
Warrior Homes of Collier awards scholarships to local veterans Four Collier County students with military ties are getting a boost toward their education.
Caught on video: Man arrested after leading police on chase in stolen truck Florida troopers say 36-year-old David Alfonso stole the vehicle in Collier County and then led them on a chase through Lee County to Alico Road and Ben Hill Griffin.
Record early voting in SWFL may be linked to recent hurricanes On Monday, thousands of people got in line at their polling places as early voting started for most places in southwest Florida.
The post-Hurricane Ian luxury housing market just set a new standard for pricing with a record-setting deal on Fort Myers Beach. A post-Ian built, beachfront home at 5940 Estero Blvd. sold for $11.25 million, a new high for single-family homes on the island, according to John R. Wood Christie’s International Real Estate’s Grant Group, which listed and the property. The previous record had been a 2015-built beachfront property at 4148 Estero Blvd., which sold for $6,175,000 in 2022. As reconstruction of the beach continues two years after the 2022 devastating storm, this deal signals a turning point for the future, said Doug Grant, leader of The Grant Group. The home was built in 2023. To read more at Gulfshore Business, click here.