News across Lee County
Florida Weekly (Fort Myers)
Published September 20Luxury meets the Caloosahatchee River
More than a waterfront home, this extraordinary, gated estate spans roughly 2 private acres along the Caloosahatchee River, combining panoramic sunset views, quick Gulf access, a natural lagoon flowing beneath the residence, and Caribbean-Coastal-inspired luxury in a setting…
FlaglerLive
Published September 20Furious Residents Defeat Lee County’s Attempt to Eliminate Public Input on Local Development
Lee County planners attempted to eliminate mandatory public hearings regarding local development guidelines. Residents discovered the secretive changes and responded with derisive laughter during public meetings as organized citizens mobilized to form a coalition demanding…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 20Lake views of Fiddler’s Creek
Perfectly positioned to capture breathtaking long lake views, this exceptional newer construction estate home in the prestigious community of Fiddler’s Creek offers an extraordinary blend of sophisticated design, timeless elegance, and effortless indoor-outdoor living. Showcasing…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 20Returning with a roar
For lovers of Fort Myers Beach, what better way to spend an afternoon than witnessing speed boats whip through the waters as crowds cheer for their favorites? This is exactly how Southwest Florida locals spent their Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 11-13, witnessing the return…
Florida Weekly (Fort Myers)
Published September 20Cape Coral Animal Shelter to host 7th Annual Blessing Of The Pets
The Cape Coral Animal Shelter (CCAS) invites the community to gather with the animals who hold a special place in their hearts for the 7th Annual Blessing of the Pets on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026, at 2 p.m. This year’s celebration will be held under the Tiki at Wicked Dolphin…
Florida Weekly (Fort Myers)
Published September 20Of Checkers and politicians’ dogs
This week we celebrate Checkers Day, which, oddly, is also known as Dogs in Politics Day. And what, you may ask, do a board game and presidential canines have in common? Literally, nothing. Except that a former U.S. senator happened to have a dog named after the aforementioned…
Florida Weekly (Fort Myers)
Published September 18The gym wars
Southwest Florida is becoming a crowded place to break a sweat. Fitness companies have spent the past few years staking their claims across the region, from massive gyms and national chains to boutique studios built around Pilates, personal training, and recovery. But the rush…
The Apopka Voice
Published September 17Florida county officials try to eliminate public comment on development
Lee County residents organized against a sweeping growth-plan rewrite they said was rushed, poorly publicized, and designed to diminish their influence over development. Their successful opposition is especially relevant in Apopka, where the placement, livestreaming, and official…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 17Dog days of summer
Earlier this summer, Collier County Domestic Animal Services hosted a clear the shelter event that helped to adopt 62 pets in three days, including 39 cats and 23 dogs, exclaimed contented Shelter staff. Still, these three doggos are looking for homes. Maya – Senior spayed female…
Florida Weekly (Charlotte)
Published September 175th place winner
“The Allure” By J. Bradley Burt of Fort Myers “What’s them flowers for?” “A chica bonita. What’s it to you?” “Nothin’, amigo. Don’t get steamed! Who’s the chica?” “Nobody you know, tio.” Carlos glanced at the sign behind his nephew, Allure Showgirls. “This chica work there?” he…
Florida Weekly (Fort Myers)
Published September 17Serving hope one meal at a time
Steve Popper stood before a gathering of residents at The Glenview at Pelican Bay on an early Monday afternoon in late August. His mother, Chris Popper, was among the group he addressed; discreetly sitting toward the back of the room, Chris listened intently to her son. Many…
Florida Weekly (Naples)
Published September 17Bower’s next act
Founded twenty years ago, Florida Gulf Coast University’s Bower School of Music and the Arts has been a center for community music, art and theatre to flourish in Southwest Florida. Hosting art galleries, music performances, theatrical productions and more, the Bower School…