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5 Top Weekend Activities In SWFL - B1039
5 Top Weekend Activities In SWFL B1039
Published on 18 June 2025 | 1:21 pm
Fort Myers man arrested for street racing after being accused of doing doughnuts in parking lot - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Fort Myers man arrested for street racing after being accused of doing doughnuts in parking lot Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 18 June 2025 | 12:42 pm
Fort Myers Beach Mayor calls upon DeSantis to save Beach Elementary School - FORT MYERS - Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
Fort Myers Beach Mayor calls upon DeSantis to save Beach Elementary School FORT MYERS - Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
Published on 18 June 2025 | 12:15 pm
What To Do, Where To Go - Fort Myers Florida Weekly
What To Do, Where To Go Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Published on 18 June 2025 | 10:13 am
Best things to do this weekend in Fort Myers, Cape Coral: See what made our list - The News-Press
Best things to do this weekend in Fort Myers, Cape Coral: See what made our list The News-Press
Published on 18 June 2025 | 9:15 am
Juneteenth celebration in Fort Myers: What to know - The News-Press
Juneteenth celebration in Fort Myers: What to know The News-Press
Published on 18 June 2025 | 9:05 am
Who says a monster in the cellar is a bad thing? - Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Who says a monster in the cellar is a bad thing? Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Published on 18 June 2025 | 8:55 am
Bend, Snap and Believe - Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Bend, Snap and Believe Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Published on 18 June 2025 | 8:55 am
Premier Airport Park expands - Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Premier Airport Park expands Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Published on 18 June 2025 | 8:55 am
Power, people, progress - Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Power, people, progress Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Published on 18 June 2025 | 7:24 am
Lee School District seniors score $70 million plus in scholarships - North Fort Myers Neighbor
Lee School District seniors score $70 million plus in scholarships North Fort Myers Neighbor
Published on 18 June 2025 | 6:12 am
Commissioners approve smoking, vaping, bans at county beaches & parks - North Fort Myers Neighbor
Commissioners approve smoking, vaping, bans at county beaches & parks North Fort Myers Neighbor
Published on 18 June 2025 | 6:12 am
SalusCare turns to telehealth services in Cape Coral - North Fort Myers Neighbor
SalusCare turns to telehealth services in Cape Coral North Fort Myers Neighbor
Published on 18 June 2025 | 6:11 am
Last call for 2025 Industry Appreciation Awards nominations - North Fort Myers Neighbor
Last call for 2025 Industry Appreciation Awards nominations North Fort Myers Neighbor
Published on 18 June 2025 | 6:11 am
THE DISH: Highlights from local menus - Fort Myers Florida Weekly
THE DISH: Highlights from local menus Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Published on 18 June 2025 | 5:23 am
Carlie’s Three for 3 - Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Carlie’s Three for 3 Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Published on 18 June 2025 | 5:23 am
News Briefs - Fort Myers Florida Weekly
News Briefs Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Published on 18 June 2025 | 4:53 am
Fort Myers distributes arts & culture grants - Gulfshore Business
Fort Myers distributes arts & culture grants Gulfshore Business
Published on 18 June 2025 | 4:47 am
Health Briefs - Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Health Briefs Fort Myers Florida Weekly
Published on 18 June 2025 | 4:31 am
Cape Coral police warn drivers 'blocking the box' delays first responders - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Cape Coral police warn drivers 'blocking the box' delays first responders Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 18 June 2025 | 3:55 am
Man accused of attacking his aunt with machete in Fort Myers - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Man accused of attacking his aunt with machete in Fort Myers Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 18 June 2025 | 3:52 am
Major development bringing 10,000 homes to east Lee County - Fox4Now.com
Major development bringing 10,000 homes to east Lee County Fox4Now.com
Published on 18 June 2025 | 1:07 am
Lee County bans smoking and vaping at parks and beaches - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Lee County bans smoking and vaping at parks and beaches Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 18 June 2025 | 12:37 am
The Salty Crab gets approval for rebuild - FORT MYERS - Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
The Salty Crab gets approval for rebuild FORT MYERS - Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
Published on 18 June 2025 | 12:14 am
Six months after the public sleeping ban, Fort Myers shelter houses 288 people - Fox4Now.com
Six months after the public sleeping ban, Fort Myers shelter houses 288 people Fox4Now.com
Published on 17 June 2025 | 10:42 pm
Police and ICE presence at Fort Myers apartment complex sparks concern - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Police and ICE presence at Fort Myers apartment complex sparks concern Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 10:40 pm
Advocates ask Fort Myers to support minorities on police headquarters project - Gulfshore Business
Advocates ask Fort Myers to support minorities on police headquarters project Gulfshore Business
Published on 17 June 2025 | 8:41 pm
Free Juneteenth Celebration Coming Up June 21 at Fort Myers STARS Complex - B1039
Free Juneteenth Celebration Coming Up June 21 at Fort Myers STARS Complex B1039
Published on 17 June 2025 | 7:59 pm
'Legally Blonde' and 'SpongeBob Musical' now at Broadway Palm in Fort Myers - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
'Legally Blonde' and 'SpongeBob Musical' now at Broadway Palm in Fort Myers Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 7:16 pm
What’s New in Fort Myers - TravelMole
What’s New in Fort Myers TravelMole
Published on 17 June 2025 | 6:49 pm
Rebuilding For The Future on Fort Myers Beach - Beach Talk Radio News
Rebuilding For The Future on Fort Myers Beach Beach Talk Radio News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 4:46 pm
Fort Myers Police traffic stop at Village Creek Apts.; ICE contacted - WINK News
Fort Myers Police traffic stop at Village Creek Apts.; ICE contacted WINK News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 3:27 pm
Council votes to pay legal fees for councilmembers facing recall - FORT MYERS - Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
Council votes to pay legal fees for councilmembers facing recall FORT MYERS - Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
Published on 17 June 2025 | 3:22 pm
13 pups saved from Florida garage as temps hit 104 degrees - WTVX
13 pups saved from Florida garage as temps hit 104 degrees WTVX
Published on 17 June 2025 | 3:04 pm
13 pups saved from Florida garage as temps hit 104 degrees - WPEC
13 pups saved from Florida garage as temps hit 104 degrees WPEC
Published on 17 June 2025 | 3:04 pm
Fort Myers Police traffic stop at Village Creek Apts. - WINK News
Fort Myers Police traffic stop at Village Creek Apts. WINK News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 12:47 pm
Fort Myers Police presence reported at Village Creek Apts. - WINK News
Fort Myers Police presence reported at Village Creek Apts. WINK News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 12:27 pm
Police presence reported at Village Creek Apartments in Fort Myers - WINK News
Police presence reported at Village Creek Apartments in Fort Myers WINK News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 12:27 pm
Fort Myers officers respond to stabbing call - Fox4Now.com
Fort Myers officers respond to stabbing call Fox4Now.com
Published on 17 June 2025 | 11:34 am
Serious two-vehicle crash at Michael G Rippe Pkwy and Six Mile Cypress Pkwy on Tuesday morning - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Serious two-vehicle crash at Michael G Rippe Pkwy and Six Mile Cypress Pkwy on Tuesday morning Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 11:17 am
Man hospitalized as Fort Myers police investigate stabbing on the Caloosahatchee Bridge Monday - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Man hospitalized as Fort Myers police investigate stabbing on the Caloosahatchee Bridge Monday Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 10:15 am
The benefits of a digital subscription to The News-Press: Relevant. Useful. In touch. - The News-Press
The benefits of a digital subscription to The News-Press: Relevant. Useful. In touch. The News-Press
Published on 17 June 2025 | 9:03 am
Family questions jail, after deputies say inmate was beaten unconscious by cellmate facing murder charges - Fox4Now.com
Family questions jail, after deputies say inmate was beaten unconscious by cellmate facing murder charges Fox4Now.com
Published on 17 June 2025 | 7:19 am
Did You See Kim’s Beach Bar Walkaround? - Beach Talk Radio News
Did You See Kim’s Beach Bar Walkaround? Beach Talk Radio News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Fort Myers family demands answers after inmate attacked in jail - WINK News
Fort Myers family demands answers after inmate attacked in jail WINK News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 1:26 am
Fort Myers family demands answers after inmate attacked in jail - WINK News
Fort Myers family demands answers after inmate attacked in jail WINK News
Published on 17 June 2025 | 1:19 am
Fort Myers locals weigh in on a potential carousel downtown as an attraction - Fox4Now.com
Fort Myers locals weigh in on a potential carousel downtown as an attraction Fox4Now.com
Published on 16 June 2025 | 11:31 pm
Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church raises $37,000 for Golisano Children’s Hospital - North Fort Myers Neighbor
Gateway Trinity Lutheran Church raises $37,000 for Golisano Children’s Hospital North Fort Myers Neighbor
Published on 16 June 2025 | 10:21 pm
Fort Myers pool company loses three employees due to their work visas being revoked - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Fort Myers pool company loses three employees due to their work visas being revoked Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 10:20 pm
Fort Myers Beach unveils sensor for live water quality monitoring - WINK News
Fort Myers Beach unveils sensor for live water quality monitoring WINK News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 10:12 pm
Former Lee County deputy sentenced for shooting into jewelry store in Lehigh Acres - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Former Lee County deputy sentenced for shooting into jewelry store in Lehigh Acres Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 10:11 pm
Hemp retailers share how they got stores ready for new rules - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Hemp retailers share how they got stores ready for new rules Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 9:52 pm
Man arrested for shining laser at helicopter in Hillsborough County - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Man arrested for shining laser at helicopter in Hillsborough County Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 9:26 pm
Deal announced to acquire Fort Myers-based FineMark National Bank & Trust for $585 million - The News-Press
Deal announced to acquire Fort Myers-based FineMark National Bank & Trust for $585 million The News-Press
Published on 16 June 2025 | 8:57 pm
13 puppies rescued from 104-degree garage in Fort Myers; woman charged - Fox4Now.com
13 puppies rescued from 104-degree garage in Fort Myers; woman charged Fox4Now.com
Published on 16 June 2025 | 8:42 pm
Exploring Fort Myers: travel tips and safety precautions - Los Cerritos Community News
Exploring Fort Myers: travel tips and safety precautions Los Cerritos Community News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 7:59 pm
Fort Myers bank acquired in $585 million deal - Business Observer
Fort Myers bank acquired in $585 million deal Business Observer
Published on 16 June 2025 | 7:50 pm
Fort Myers woman faces animal cruelty charges after authorities find 13 neglected puppies - The News-Press
Fort Myers woman faces animal cruelty charges after authorities find 13 neglected puppies The News-Press
Published on 16 June 2025 | 7:20 pm
Fort Myers woman charged for neglecting 13 puppies in extreme heat - WINK News
Fort Myers woman charged for neglecting 13 puppies in extreme heat WINK News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 6:43 pm
Fort Myers-based FineMark Bank agrees to merge with Commerce Bank - Gulfshore Business
Fort Myers-based FineMark Bank agrees to merge with Commerce Bank Gulfshore Business
Published on 16 June 2025 | 5:47 pm
Mighty Mussels drop four straight - Cape Coral Breeze
Mighty Mussels drop four straight Cape Coral Breeze
Published on 16 June 2025 | 4:29 pm
Yanko Romero, man accused of Fort Myers murder, held without bond after brutal jail attack on cellmate - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Yanko Romero, man accused of Fort Myers murder, held without bond after brutal jail attack on cellmate Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 3:46 pm
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank donates to FMB Strong - FORT MYERS - Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
Sanibel Captiva Community Bank donates to FMB Strong FORT MYERS - Beach Observer and Beach Bulletin
Published on 16 June 2025 | 3:39 pm
Man accused of deadly shooting in Fort Myers and jail attack appears in court - WINK News
Man accused of deadly shooting in Fort Myers and jail attack appears in court WINK News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 2:17 pm
Dave Rode as The Piano Men in Ft. Myers/Naples at The Laboratory Theater of Florida 2025 - BroadwayWorld.com
Dave Rode as The Piano Men in Ft. Myers/Naples at The Laboratory Theater of Florida 2025 BroadwayWorld.com
Published on 16 June 2025 | 2:13 pm
Linda Crosson Obituary (01/12/1937 - 04/10/2025) - Fort Myers, FL - PennLive.com
Linda Crosson Obituary (01/12/1937 - 04/10/2025) - Fort Myers, FL PennLive.com
Published on 16 June 2025 | 2:04 pm
From guitars to glasses: Local couple mixes music and tequila - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
From guitars to glasses: Local couple mixes music and tequila Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 1:19 pm
Behind the scenes: The food and dining beat - from yummy bites to news you can use - Naples Daily News
Behind the scenes: The food and dining beat - from yummy bites to news you can use Naples Daily News
Published on 16 June 2025 | 1:00 pm
Florida SouthWestern State College honored with Purple Heart College Designation - Fox4Now.com
Florida SouthWestern State College honored with Purple Heart College Designation Fox4Now.com
Published on 16 June 2025 | 10:31 am
The surprise seaside holiday destination in Trump’s home state - The Independent
The surprise seaside holiday destination in Trump’s home state The Independent
Published on 16 June 2025 | 9:22 am
Gulf Coast Traffic Alerts: June 15 - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Gulf Coast Traffic Alerts: June 15 Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 15 June 2025 | 7:57 pm
Amazon-ULA rocket launch from Cape Canaveral, Florida, may be visible in Fort Myers, Cape Coral - The News-Press
Amazon-ULA rocket launch from Cape Canaveral, Florida, may be visible in Fort Myers, Cape Coral The News-Press
Published on 15 June 2025 | 5:23 pm
Man accused in Fort Myers shooting due in court; also tied to Michigan murder, jail beating - WINK News
Man accused in Fort Myers shooting due in court; also tied to Michigan murder, jail beating WINK News
Published on 15 June 2025 | 11:40 am
From the Archives: Fort Myers in 1925 and the hurricane of ’26 - The News-Press
From the Archives: Fort Myers in 1925 and the hurricane of ’26 The News-Press
Published on 15 June 2025 | 9:07 am
Best SW Florida reader photos include Babcock Ranch, Lakes Park - The News-Press
Best SW Florida reader photos include Babcock Ranch, Lakes Park The News-Press
Published on 15 June 2025 | 9:07 am
Luke Bryan makes history as first major artist to perform at JetBlue Park at Fenway South - The News-Press
Luke Bryan makes history as first major artist to perform at JetBlue Park at Fenway South The News-Press
Published on 15 June 2025 | 3:20 am
'Fort Myers, FL, what's up?': Luke Bryan breaks in SWFL's new concert venue, Fenway South - The News-Press
'Fort Myers, FL, what's up?': Luke Bryan breaks in SWFL's new concert venue, Fenway South The News-Press
Published on 15 June 2025 | 3:19 am
Southwest Florida rallies in ‘No Kings Protest’ against Trump’s actions - WINK News
Southwest Florida rallies in ‘No Kings Protest’ against Trump’s actions WINK News
Published on 15 June 2025 | 2:16 am
Fort Myers sees boat parade and protests on President Trump's birthday - WINK News
Fort Myers sees boat parade and protests on President Trump's birthday WINK News
Published on 14 June 2025 | 11:46 pm
Thousands gather for peaceful, high-energy No Kings protest in Fort Myers - The News-Press
Thousands gather for peaceful, high-energy No Kings protest in Fort Myers The News-Press
Published on 14 June 2025 | 8:55 pm
No Kings Day protests draw exuberant crowds across SWFL, state and country seeking change - WGCU
No Kings Day protests draw exuberant crowds across SWFL, state and country seeking change WGCU
Published on 14 June 2025 | 8:33 pm
Aerial views from the "No Kings" protest in Fort Myers - The News-Press
Aerial views from the "No Kings" protest in Fort Myers The News-Press
Published on 14 June 2025 | 8:13 pm
Thousands gather for "No Kings" protests in Southwest Florida on Saturday - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Thousands gather for "No Kings" protests in Southwest Florida on Saturday Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 14 June 2025 | 6:37 pm
Thousands line US-41 in Fort Myers for ‘No Kings’ protest - Fox4Now.com
Thousands line US-41 in Fort Myers for ‘No Kings’ protest Fox4Now.com
Published on 14 June 2025 | 6:08 pm
Thousands participate in Fort Myers during "No Kings" protest - The News-Press
Thousands participate in Fort Myers during "No Kings" protest The News-Press
Published on 14 June 2025 | 5:15 pm
Accused killer assaulted inmate during his sleep, resulting in possible loss of eye - The News-Press
Accused killer assaulted inmate during his sleep, resulting in possible loss of eye The News-Press
Published on 13 June 2025 | 5:30 pm
Player Circle Theater (Fort Myers, FL) - Accepting Submissions for Available Roles in 2025/2026 Season - Playbill
Published on 13 June 2025 | 2:53 pm
Fort Myers Tip-Off Travel Packages Now Available - University of North Carolina Athletics - University of North Carolina Athletics
Fort Myers Tip-Off Travel Packages Now Available - University of North Carolina Athletics University of North Carolina Athletics
Published on 13 June 2025 | 2:39 pm
Who is Zach Root? Arkansas ace leads Razorbacks into College World Series - The News-Press
Who is Zach Root? Arkansas ace leads Razorbacks into College World Series The News-Press
Published on 13 June 2025 | 2:37 pm
Luke Bryan to make historic appearance at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers - WINK News
Luke Bryan to make historic appearance at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers WINK News
Published on 13 June 2025 | 12:37 pm
Fort Myers man arrested for making Molotov cocktails - Fox4Now.com
Fort Myers man arrested for making Molotov cocktails Fox4Now.com
Published on 13 June 2025 | 10:49 am
Alva residents worry over new housing plan's strain on Fort Myers sewage - WINK News
Alva residents worry over new housing plan's strain on Fort Myers sewage WINK News
Published on 13 June 2025 | 12:32 am
Inmate brutally beaten in Lee County Jail by suspected murderer - Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Inmate brutally beaten in Lee County Jail by suspected murderer Gulf Coast News and Weather - Southwest Florida News
Published on 12 June 2025 | 9:34 pm
Study: Cape Coral and Fort Myers likely have highest number of vacant homes among major US metro areas - Fox4Now.com
Study: Cape Coral and Fort Myers likely have highest number of vacant homes among major US metro areas Fox4Now.com
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:40 pm
Marriott debuts new StudioRes brand with first hotel in south Fort Myers - Gulfshore Business
Marriott debuts new StudioRes brand with first hotel in south Fort Myers Gulfshore Business
Published on 12 June 2025 | 7:09 pm
Marriott debuts new StudioRes brand with first hotel in south Fort Myers - WINK News
Marriott debuts new StudioRes brand with first hotel in south Fort Myers WINK News
Published on 12 June 2025 | 6:01 pm
Fort Myers Tip-Off Packages Now Available - gobonnies.com
Fort Myers Tip-Off Packages Now Available gobonnies.com
Published on 12 June 2025 | 5:02 pm
Fort Myers man who held family at gunpoint to get new trial - WINK News
Fort Myers man who held family at gunpoint to get new trial WINK News
Published on 12 June 2025 | 2:29 pm
'No Kings' protest to be held in Fort Myers June 14: Here's what you need to know - The News-Press
'No Kings' protest to be held in Fort Myers June 14: Here's what you need to know The News-Press
Published on 12 June 2025 | 9:03 am
Fort Myers residents demand answers after Oasis shooting raises security fears - WINK News
Fort Myers residents demand answers after Oasis shooting raises security fears WINK News
Published on 11 June 2025 | 10:20 pm
No bond for man accused in Fort Myers slaying; new charges in inmate beating - The News-Press
No bond for man accused in Fort Myers slaying; new charges in inmate beating The News-Press
Published on 11 June 2025 | 6:08 pm
Fort Myers shooting leaves one dead at waterfront condo site near Palm Beach Boulevard - Yahoo
Fort Myers shooting leaves one dead at waterfront condo site near Palm Beach Boulevard Yahoo
Published on 8 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Thousands of homes being built in SW Florida. What's happening in Fort Myers, Lee County - The News-Press
Thousands of homes being built in SW Florida. What's happening in Fort Myers, Lee County The News-Press
Published on 5 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Can Fort Myers Beach close door to what's ahead? Potentially not anymore with 'precedent' - The News-Press
Can Fort Myers Beach close door to what's ahead? Potentially not anymore with 'precedent' The News-Press
Published on 4 June 2025 | 7:00 am
Homeowners struggle to sell houses in Fort Myers - WINK News
Homeowners struggle to sell houses in Fort Myers WINK News
Published on 28 May 2025 | 7:00 am
IKEA has no plans for new store in Fort Myers - Gulfshore Business
IKEA has no plans for new store in Fort Myers Gulfshore Business
Published on 23 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Man with bioterrorism conviction arrested in ATF investigation in Fort Myers - Fox4Now.com
Man with bioterrorism conviction arrested in ATF investigation in Fort Myers Fox4Now.com
Published on 20 May 2025 | 7:00 am