The 1,275-mile journey to return Old Glory to Florida’s tallest flagpole is almost complete. Although previously reported the flag could be up and waving by Tuesday, the time frame has changed to possibly tonight or Saturday morning thanks to the president of Texas-based Flag Systems, the ...
Lee County Parks & Recreation will host Nerf Night events for youth in the gymnasium at the North Fort Myers Recreation Center, 2000 North Recreation Park Way, North Fort Myers. Ages 8 to 11 are invited to participate from 6:30-8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 7. Ages 12 to 14 are invited from 6:30-8 ...
Old Glory could be flying again by Tuesday, but just before the flag had to be lowered from Florida’s largest pole because of a tear last week, it lifted the spirits of an Air Force veteran thanks to a kind gesture from the Cape Coral city manager. Air Force veteran Bill Champion, a ...
One of the most popular spots in downtown Cape Coral is set to undergo renovations that will greatly improve its outdoor bar and seating area. BackStreets Sports Bar will be temporarily closing both its inside and outside areas starting Monday, Aug. 3. The bar will see a complete overhaul of its outdoor area, making the venue both a better place to work and enjoy a drink or bite to eat. “We are so excited to finally get this,” said BackStreets owner Shelly Walton. “We’ve been holding it together for the last year.” The outdoor space will now go along with a complete ...
Southwest Florida’s largest waterpark is offering a discounted admission rate for attendees who bring supplies for local kids heading back to school. Sun Splash Family Waterpark is turning summer fun into classroom support with its annual Back-to-School Supply Drive, benefiting the Cape ...
After unanimous consensus Wednesday, Cape Coral City Council will move forward with an ordinance for a licensing investigator classification. Deputy Development Services Director Matthew Grambow said after the last discussion, the city refreshed the classification, which includes a 50/50 ...
