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Rotary Park observation towers temporarily closed

The Observation Towers at Rotary Park Environmental Center and Glover Bight Trail, 5505 Rose Garden Road, are temporarily closed for repairs. "At this time, there is no estimated reopening date. We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding as we work to ensure these popular ...

State House votes to eliminate homestead non-school property taxes

The Republican-dominated Florida State House voted 80-30 to approve a bill which would seek to amend the state Constitution and exempt homesteaded properties in the state from paying non-school property taxes to municipalities, counties and other local government taxation authorities. The ...

CCFD fights early morning house fire

A house fire in northwest Cape Coral early Monday morning required a contingent of nine different fire apparatus to extinguish. "The fire originated on the back lanai but spread into the attic causing extensive damage,” Cape Coral Fire Department officials reported. “The four residents ...

Terms for concessionaire agreement at Jaycee Park proposed

UPDATED 2026.02.24 Final Term Sheet Jaycee Park UPDATED Concessionaire Agreement COW Presentation 2-25-26 copy Update: The city and the Kearns Restaurant Group have come to proposed terms for a financial partnership for the boat slips at Jaycee Park. Those terms to be discussed at today's ...

Florida Highway Patrol cautions motorists of reduced visibility on Alligator Alley in Collier County

Florida Highway Patrol State Troopers continue to monitor ongoing wildfire conditions along Interstate 75 (Alligator Alley between mile markers 65–85) in Collier County, the department announced. All lanes remain open at this time; however, wildfire activity and smoke may significantly reduce visibility on the roadway. Motorists traveling through the area are urged to use caution, reduce speed, and remain alert for changing conditions. The Florida Highway Patrol urges motorists to drive on low beam. High beams will only be reflected off the fog and impair visibility even more, the ...

Lee County and its partners activate cold-weather outreach plan

Lee County Government is coordinating with its partner agencies for cold-weather outreach this week. Lee County Department of Human & Veteran Services, Lee County Transit (LeeTran) and additional partners typically coordinate plans during timeframes in which the temperature drops below 40 ...