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Authorities searching for Cape Coral man after judge cancels release
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Authorities are searching for a Cape Coral man convicted of domestic battery by strangulation, false imprisonment and witness tampering. Law enforcement is searching for Robert Johnson, 36, after a judge reportedly revoked his release. The victim said she and Johnson were in a verbal argument...
Seagate Submits Red Coconut Property Plans
One month after unveiling plans for the Red Coconut property on Beach Talk Radio, Seagate has officially filed those plans with the town of Fort Myers Beach. The process is now in motion. Town staff will provide Seagate with feedback before the project goes before the LPA. With the Seagate...
Beach Bar Owners Pick Interior Designer
Interior design, cabinetry, closet and millwork firm EDGE has been awarded the interior design contract for the new Beach Bar on Fort Myers Beach. The Beach Bar was destroyed by Hurricane Ian September 28, 2022 and is in the process of rebuilding. “We are pleased to contribute to the revitalization...
Florida arts groups left in the lurch by DeSantis veto of state funding for theaters and museums
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The Coral Gables Art Cinema will be short more than $100,000 this year. About $150,000 has suddenly disappeared from the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra’s budget. The Miami New Drama also has an unexpected $150,000 budget hole. Across Florida, arts groups are scrambling after Republican Gov....
Power companies trimming trees in case major storm threatens Florida this hurricane season
ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. - Hurricane season is here and power companies are getting ready. Part of the effort is cutting back tree limbs that could come down and leave you in the dark. Some don’t like the way trees look after contractors cut them back, but others say if it keeps the lights on, they can live with it.
Joe LeBlanc’s Florida District 22 All-Stars Little League Report – Thursday, June 27
BREVARD COUNTY • MIMS, FLORIDA – The Florida District 22 All-Star Tournament for 2024 continued Thursday night with the 9/10/11 Baseball Division at Canaveral Groves. Space Coast LL (visitor) had 2 baserunners in the 2nd inning when Bradyn Patterson reached on a single followed by Jackson Utz who reached on a fielder’s choice. Neither baserunner scored.
New restaurants coming to Cape Coral, Pine Island, including Drew Brees-backed sports bar
A new restaurant is rolling onto Pine Island later this summer. Kickstands Pub & Grub will take over Fine Swine’s former spot just south of the island’s center on Stringfellow Road in St. James City. “We’re going to try to open at the end of July, beginning of...
Immokalee students explore environmental science at FGCU summer camp
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Fifty middle and high school students from Immokalee embarked on an educational adventure today, exploring a nature trail at Florida Gulf Coast University and wading into the water to discover a cypress dome. This immersive experience is part of their environmental science week at camp,...
A third diamond interchange on its way to Southwest Florida
The third iteration of a construction project that strikes fear into some drivers could be a tell-tell sign about the trends of Southwest Florida. Daniels Parkway in Fort Myers is the latest spot the Florida Department Of Transportation plans to put a diverging diamond. There’s already one planned at Six...
4 local music shows to choose from in one day
If you’re an indecisive local music fan, Friday will be a tough day for you. Four different venues will host four different shows that night. The newly opened Sound Garden Kava Bar in Iona will host Ichinen, an alternative rock/indie band, and Teahouse, an alt-indie band. Doors open at 7 p.m.
Jury splits vote, recommends death penalty for Wade Wilson in double-murder
In a split decision, jurors weighing the future of convicted killer Wade Wilson recommended the death penalty on Tuesday. Wilson, 30, of Fort Myers, already convicted of the 2019 murders of Kristine Melton and Diane Ruiz, stared at the court clerk while she published the recommendation, leading the victims' families to hug and...
Fort Myers police search for suspects in alleged Ford truck theft ring
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Fort Myers police are searching for two men accused of stealing multiple Ford trucks. According to the SWFL Crime Stoppers, on June 16, a duo was caught on camera stealing a Ford F-350 from a business on the 4100 block of Fowler Street. Detectives believe...
Florida teen dies after night at seafood bar, police investigating as homicide: officials
Florida investigators have launched a homicide investigation after two teenagers were rushed to the hospital from a Fort Myers restaurant and one of them died hours after returning home. Ava Hulett, 19, was out with a group at Pelican Larry's Raw Bar and Grill when she and at least one...
Howie Mandel, Marlon Wayans bringing laughs to Fort Myers
Get ready to laugh, Southwest Florida: Comedians Marlon Wayans and Howie Mandel are bringing their stand-up shows to Fort Myers. B.B. Mann Hall announced both shows Monday morning. Tickets go on sale later this week. Movie and TV star Wayans performs at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28. Tickets are $42-$92.
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