News of his passing in 1922 at 49 was announced across the top of the front page of The Fort Myers Press. Thomas Edison was an honorary pallbearer. Business ceased in town the day of his funeral to ...

A Lee County Circuit Judge has given the Town of Fort Myers Beach until July 24 to respond to a lawsuit filed by a group of ...

A man is letting fate decide his travel plans with a unique twist. Armed with a dart and a world map, Dakota Miksa embarks on ...

Missing an ingredient for your cookout? These Fort Myers, Cape Coral and Lee County grocery stores are open on the 4th of ...

On Flag Day, June 14, a wave of patriotism swept through Florida as Comcast employees—many with military ties—fanned out ...

FORT LAUDERDALE BEACH, Fla. – About half a million Florida Panthers fans were set to attend the free Stanley Cup victory parade on Sunday in Fort Lauderdale. City workers lined up about 2,000 ...

Florida dad arrested in toddler's hot truck death: 'No reason for this little boy to be dead' By Annabelle Sikes Published June 20, 2025 10:46am CDT Crime and Public Safety ...

A 9-year-old Florida girl is recovering after surviving a shark attack earlier this month while snorkeling off the coast of Fort Myers — and she’s now sharing her story of survival.

A young Florida girl was bitten by a shark while snorkeling and nearly lost her hand. Quick action from nearby workers and surgeons helped save her life. Despite the trauma, she remains fearless and ...

Fort Myers Beach, Florida, is a nesting site for various protected shorebirds, including black skimmers and least terns. Beach nesting season lasts from April 1 to August 31. Visitors are advised ...

Fort Myers Beach, Florida, is a nesting site for various protected shorebirds, including black skimmers and least terns. Beach nesting season lasts from April 1 to August 31. Visitors are advised ...