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DOGE: City could save millions

DOGE Memo - 10-21-2026 DOGE October 16 Letter to Cape Coral (2) An analysis from the Florida Department of Government Efficiency shows Cape Coral is lean in terms of staffing as compared to other government entities but it can still save up to $6.5 million. City Manager Michael Ilczyszyn ...

Cape Coral man sentenced to life for crimes against a child

A Cape Coral man was sentenced to life in prison this week after being found guilty of crimes against a child. Carlos DeJesus, 56, was convicted in September of lewd and lascivious molestation, following a Lee County trial. He was also designated as a sexual predator. Assistant State ...

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Property taxes vs. home values report: Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro ranked No. 11

A national research organization has ranked the Cape Coral-Fort Myers metro number 11 among the country's top 100 markets where property taxes are growing faster than home values.  "In Florida, property taxes have outpaced home values more than anywhere else in the country," a release issued ...

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Polling sites open as early voting begins

Early voting in Lee County began this morning, Monday, Oct. 19, and runs through Saturday, Oct. 31, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Lee County voters may cast a ballot at any of the 12 early voting locations available throughout the county. Lee County early voting sites include: • Bonita ...

Local Sports

FC Naples clinches playoff berth with dramatic 1-0 win over Spokane Velocity FC

An electric crowd of 3,217 packed Paradise Coast Sports Complex Saturday night, fueled by the drums and chants of the club’s supporters group, La Barra 239. In the fourth minute of stoppage time, substitute #10 Andrés Ferrín delivered, burying a right-footed shot from outside the box. The ...

Hurricane Guide 2026

Power after the storm: What to expect and how to stay safe

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 ...

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  • 2510 Del Prado Blvd.
  • Cape Coral, FL 33904
  • Phone: 239-574-1110