TAMPA AND NORTH FORT MYERS —— MetroLagoons is celebrating Christmas in July with a weekend full of holiday cheer across its four lagoons. From July 24-26, activities will take place across the greater Tampa and Southwest Florida regions. Guests can enjoy a summer-inspired twist on ...
The City of Cape Coral would like to remind residents and contractors that Florida House Bill 803 has taken effect statewide as of July 1 and changes permit requirements for certain small residential projects. House Bill 803 creates a narrow exemption from building permit requirements for ...
Cape Coral City Hall will be closed Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. City offices will reopen Monday, July 6, for regular operating hours. The trash collection schedule will not change. Parks & Recreation: • On Friday, July 3, boat ramps, parks, and preserves will ...
WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld a broad conception of birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump’s executive order declaring that children born to people who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens. The justices ...
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 ...
CLEARWATER, Fla. - The Fort Myers Mighty Mussels fell by a 6-1 score against the Clearwater Threshers Wednesday night at BayCare Ballpark, snapping a five-game winning streak. Mussels’ (44-31, 7-3) shortstop Quentin Young reached base three times with a homer and two walks in the defeat. ...
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 ...