The Lee County Department of Transportation reminds motorists the Cape Coral Bridge will be closed for the Red, White & BOOM! celebration from 3 a.m., Saturday, July 4, through 3 a.m., Sunday, July 5. Cape Coral Parkway from Del Prado Boulevard to the bridge will also be closed at that ...
With America marking a major milestone this Fourth of July, countless Floridians will take to the land, sea and skies to celebrate in a big way. According to AAA-The Auto Club Group, projections show more than 4.6 million Sunshine State residents will travel at least 50 miles from home for ...
While Southwest Floridians have become accustomed to warm temps, it’s been especially sweltering throughout the region in recent days. According to the National Weather Service, heat index levels in Southwest Florida have consistently been over 100 degrees. “Temperatures will remain ...
Today, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026-2027, a $117.6 billion spending plan "that reflects nearly eight years of conservative leadership anchored by fiscal discipline, responsible governance, and strategic investment. "Following nearly $810 million in line-item ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Thursday allowed the Trump administration to end legal protections for migrants fleeing violence and natural disaster in Haiti and Syria, exposing hundreds of thousands more people to potential deportation. The 6-3 decision overturns lower court orders ...
The North Fort Myers service center will close at the end of July, with a future Lee County Tax Collector’s Office set to open at the end of the year near Page Field. The center in North Fort Myers will close on July 31 as the preparations continue for the new Colonial Service Center at 3650 ...
FORT MYERS - The Fort Myers Mighty Mussels defeated the St. Lucie Mets by a final score of 6-5 Sunday afternoon at Lee Health Sports Complex. The Mussels are now a season-high 13 games above .500 and they own the league’s best overall record. The Mussels (43-30, 6-2) have four players with ...
When a hurricane comes to Southwest Florida, power outages are often one of the most visible reminders of the storm’s impact. While the electric grid is more resilient than ever, designed with stronger poles, smart technology, and layered redundancy, severe weather can still cause widespread ...