Vazquez receives top award in 2026 ScienceSaves Video Scholarship Contest
Brown to lead Navigating Anticipatory Grief discussion at Arden Courts of Fort Myers
Arden Courts of Fort Myers will host a speaking engagement featuring Tanya Brown, a nationally recognized author and motivational speaker, Thursday, June 18, from 10-11:30 a.m. Brown, the sister of Nicole Brown Simpson, is no stranger to adversity or trauma and will lead an open discussion on Navigating Anticipatory Grief through the challenges of loving and caring for someone living with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Arden Courts of Fort Myers is at 15950 McGregor Blvd. RSVPs are required and the deadline to reserve a spot is today, Jun 15. Call (239) 454-1277.
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Salty Sam’s Patriot Boat Parade June 27 on Fort Myers Beach
Salty Sam’s Marina is inviting boaters from across Southwest Florida to come together on Fort Myers Beach and participate in the inaugural Salty Sam’s Patriot Boat Parade Saturday, June 27, a patriotic celebration in advance of America’s 250th Anniversary. The event will bring together recreational boaters, local residents and visitors for a festive parade around Fort Myers Beach and Estero Island. Participating vessels are encouraged to decorate their boats in red, white, and blue while displaying American flags in celebration of 250 years since America’s Declaration of Independence. The Patriot Boat Parade will depart Salty Sam’s Marina off Main Street in Fort Myers Beach ...
Army Corps of Engineers stops shoreline clearing at Seven Islands
The city of Cape Coral confirmed Monday morning that work being done regarding the Seven Island project was put to a halt by the Army Corps of Engineers. The stoppage of work is regarding clearing conducted along the shoreline of the Forest Development project on the Seven Islands property ...
Hector A. Cafferata Jr. Elementary in Cape named Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Rising Star School
Hector A. Cafferata Jr. Elementary School was recently named the 2025–2026 Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Rising Star School. “This recognition means a tremendous amount because it reflects the heart of who we are as a school. While awards and accolades are always appreciated, what ...
Candidate qualifying ends at noon Friday / 17 incumbents and hopefuls have lined up for city seats at noon tomorrow
The qualifying period to run for one of the four Cape Coral City Council seats, including the one for mayor, in the Aug. 18 primary is nearly over. Qualifying opened June 8 at noon and concludes at noon on June 12 by which time candidates must submit their paperwork and pay the election fees ...
