Local News in Lee County

Recognizing sepsis: Early action can save lives

At Lee Health, we are committed to improving the health of our patients and community. We do this not only by providing exceptional care when people need it, but also by raising awareness of serious health conditions and sharing information that can help people protect themselves…

Bonita to celebrate Patriot Day

Bonita Springs Fire Control & Rescue District will honor the lives lost, the heroes who responded, and the enduring spirit of our nation on Patriot Day, Friday, Sept. 11. The ceremony begins at 5:30 p.m. in the Reflection Park adjacent to Bonita Springs Fire Station 21. This…

Tiki culture takes root in Cape Coral

In seaside cities across the globe, traditional tiki bars thrive on and off the grid. Traditional tikis are not the same as Florida tikis; just ask Jeremy Vincent, owner and visionary behind Cape Coral’s Jungle Bird Tiki in downtown Cape Coral. “While a Florida Tiki is typically…

Caring for ourselves and one another

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and Sept. 17 is National Physician Suicide Awareness Day—a time to pause, reflect and openly address a difficult but vital topic. Suicide touches families, workplaces, schools, and communities across our country. While healthcare…

Six Mile Cypress Slough wet walks and boardwalk

Public tickets are now available for the Friends of Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve’s 2026 wet walk season. Wet walks allow visitors access to parts of the Slough that normally are off-limits and lets them experience the beautiful wetlands in new and surprising ways. Register on…

Florida Kills Harold Lucas for 1976 Bonita Springs Murder of Jill Piper, 16

Harold Gene Lucas was put to death by lethal injection Tuesday evening at Florida State Prison, 50 years after killing 16-year-old Jill Piper at her home in Bonita Springs.

Walk with the CREW

The Corkscrew Regional Ecosystem Watershed Land & Water Trust (CREW Trust) hosts numerous walks throughout the late summer. Each event has a specific address and price for each program. Space is limited; advance registration required. To register, visit: crewtrust.eventbrite.com…

Stevens Construction begins Riverside Church of Fort Myers

Stevens Construction has started an expansion and renovation of Riverside Church of Fort Myers, located at 8660 Daniels Parkway, announced Dan Adams, executive vice president/partner, Stevens Construction, Inc. Stevens Construction is providing a 7,387-square-foot addition and…

SOCIETY: Foxtail Coffee Company ribbon-cutting

What to do, Where to go

TOP PICKS 9.4 – Yacht Rockin’ – Live music show at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy hits by the Doobie Brothers, Steely Dan and Christopher Cross with a live band and singers. Tickets are $75 for adults or $45 show only. 1380 Colonial Blvd., Fort Myers.…

Zonta San-Cap solicits grant applications

The Zonta Foundation of SWFL and Zonta Club of Sanibel-Captiva invite 501(c)3 non-profit organizations dedicated to the empowerment of women and girls to apply for a 2027 grant. Grants Committee co-chairs Kathleen Skubikowski and Megan Galgano note that the Zonta Foundation…

Sanibel Trail Town trailhead open at SanCap Chamber

In May, the city of Sanibel announced its success getting Sanibel Island designated as one of 26 Florida Trail Towns, recognized as communities that embrace and support trail users through exceptional recreational opportunities, connectivity, amenities, and outdoor experiences.…