Fundraiser for Guardians of Florida Animal Rescue Saturday at Lake Fairways

March 9, 2026

A fundraiser to benefit the Guardians of Florida Animal Rescue will be held Saturday, March 14, from 6-9 p.m, at the Lake Fairways Country Club, 19371 N. Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The event will feature The Brenda B. Music Trivia Show with special guest artists Deems Palmer and noted musician, composer and producer Brad Hilt. The public is invited to the night of dancing, music trivia and prizes. A donation of $5 and any gift of animal food is appreciated. No alcohol or set-ups. Guests are invited to bring their own snacks and beverages. For tickets, ...

Tickets still available to Cracker Dinner Fundraiser

March 9, 2026

The public is invited to attend the Southwest Florida Historical Society’s Annual Cracker Dinner Fundraiser set for March 21. The program, “Calusa, Creeks, and Crackers: 500 Years of Cattle History in South Florida,” will take place at Marion Hall, St. Cecilia Catholic Community, 5632 ...

RSW Terminal expansion | Pedestrian Bridge/Crosswalk changes between terminal and parking garage

March 9, 2026

The Lee County Port Authority is continuing work on terminal roadway improvements as part of the Terminal Expansion Project Phase 2 at Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). On Tuesday, March 10, Pedestrian Bridge/Crosswalk 2, which has been out of service, and Crosswalk 6 will ...

Eagle cam’s female star, F23, presumed deceased

March 6, 2026

Fans of the Southwest Florida Eagle Cam’s worst fears have been realized in regards to its internationally famous pair. The cam announced Wednesday that female eagle F23 is presumed dead after disappearing from the nest on the Pritchett property on Bayshore Road in North Fort Myers Friday ...

LCEC Fishing Tournament accepting signups

March 6, 2026

Anglers are being sought to participate in the 29th annual LCEC Fishing Tournament — a virtual tournament — to benefit the United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades Counties this April with festivities to take place at D&D Matlacha Bait and Tackle. The event will take place Saturday, April ...

By the numbers | More women take on leadership roles in construction industry

March 5, 2026

The number of women employed in the construction industry continues to increase, according to a recent study. According to the Construction Coverage 2026 edition of Cities with the Most Women in Construction, the Cape Coral and Fort Myers metro ranked No. 4 among the 100 major U.S. metros ...