Holiday cookouts tick upward this Fourth of July | Lee County
FORT MYERS, Fla.(WINK) — As families across Southwest Florida prepare to fire up the grill this Fourth of…
Lee County’s Fourth of July lineup includes Red, White & Boom, fireworks and a drone show
Lee County’s Fourth of July lineup includes Red, White & Boom, fireworks and a drone show LEE COUNTY,…
Landspout forms in Fort Myers as storms collide over Colonial Blvd. and I-75 | Lee County
FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK)—A landspout touched down near Forum Boulevard, sending debris swirling through the air and leaving…
EDITORIAL: Path back to an ‘A’ school always a goal | Viewpoint
For 15 years, under three different school superintendents, Charlotte County Public Schools have chased the elusive “A” score…
A journey down the yellow brick road
Complete with memorable songs, colorful characters and timeless lessons about courage, friendship and the meaning of home, “The…
Area news briefs for July 3, 2026 | Community News Briefs
Charlotte County celebrates America’s 250th PORT CHARLOTTE — Charlotte County and the Charlotte County Veterans Council will celebrate…
Police Beat for July 3, 2026 | Police beat
The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office reported the following arrests: Raul Reyes, 51, 2000 block of Broad Ranch Road,…
North Fort Myers man uses fishing pole to escape alligator’s grip | Lee County
NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK)—A North Fort Myers man is lucky to be alive after an alligator attack…
United Way VITA program generates $13.5 million in savings for Southwest Florida families
FORT MYERS — In a powerful demonstration of community collaboration, United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades’ Volunteer…
HB 803 permit rules have become effective
The City of Cape Coral would like to remind residents and contractors that Florida House Bill 803 has…
MetroLagoons announces Christmas in July celebration July 24-26
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Veteran-owned Florida fireworks stand targeted by thieves, police investigating
Veteran-owned Cape Coral fireworks stand targeted by thieves, police investigating CAPE CORAL, Fla. — A veteran who operates…