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Council to consider contract for ‘Raise the Flag’ project

Cape Coral City Council is expected to vote on a contract to provide for a donation-funded 250-foot America 250 flagpole at Bernice Braden Park Wednesday. According to Resolution 70-26, the bid to Dynamic South, Inc. is for the “design, fabrication and installation of a 250-foot flagpole ...

Proposed charter changes considered at public hearings Wednesday

Public hearings for three proposed changes to the city’s charter will be held Wednesday, a required stop to decide whether they are placed on the ballot so voters can decide whether the alterations should become part of the city’s foundational governing document. The first ordinance, ...

Cape Coral to consider impact fee increase

Parks & Public Safety Impact Fees Presentation 3.25.2026 Business Impact Estimate Ordinance 11-26 Impact Fee Justification Study Proposed increases in the city of Cape Coral’s levy on new construction are set for first public hearings Wednesday. Recreational facilities impact fees, as ...

Former ambassador analyzes, calls out attack on Iran

Perhaps the administration thought the United States would be treated by the Iranian people as conquering heroes. That there would be parades in the streets for them as Americans came through the center of town. Maybe the administration thought Iran would simply cave without a struggle or ...

City announces no-cost home repair initiative

The city of Cape Coral is working with Rebuilding Together Greater Florida to provide no-cost home repairs for income-eligible homeowners, helping ensure safe, stable housing in the community. "Services may include essential repairs, accessibility upgrades, and roofing, plumbing, and ...