The qualifying process to run for three Cape Coral City Council seats, as well as mayor of Cape Coral in this November’s election is ongoing. Pre-qualifying began last week, whereby candidates could submit their paperwork early. Qualifying opens June 8 at noon and runs through noon on ...
Voters will decide Gov. Ron DeSantis’ plan to cut property taxes by raising the tax exception for owner-occupied homes. The Florida State Legislature passed the plan Tuesday meaning a constitutional amendment that would raise the homestead property tax exemption from $50,000 to $150,000 in ...
A Cape Coral man was arrested after local law enforcement officials say he threatened to “blow up” Congressman Byron Donalds’ office, as well as shoot police officers. Daniel Eberly, 43, has been charged with a bomb threat - false report of weapon of mass destruction, as well as ...
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners voted today to oppose the homestead property tax exemption proposal of Gov. Ron DeSantis that is currently in front of the state legislature, unless the revenue losses for local governments can be replaced with "stable, recurring replacement funding sources." The county projects that the bill could cause a property tax revenue loss of $129.7 million in next year's budget and a $240.8 million loss in the 2028-29 budget. The proposal from Gov. Ron DeSantis to amend the state Constitution would raise the current property tax exemption for ...
A decade ago, John Niehle’s granddaughter became a member of the Cape Coral Rowing Club. The club, started in 2007, has been a popular place for local rowers of all ages to connect and build strength on the water. “It is a great activity for a young person,” Niehle said. “Anytime ...
The dirty soda craze has officially landed at Aroma Joe’s, with the handcrafted beverage franchise rolling out Dirty Soda at all 135 of its locations, including the one in Cape Coral. The available bases are Dr. Pepper, Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite and ginger ale; customers are encouraged to ...
