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Early forecast predicts 4-7 hurricanes this season

While the official start to the Atlantic hurricane season doesn’t start until June 1, top forecasters have already released their predictions for the upcoming season.  According to AccuWeather, the 2026 season is expected to fall below the 10-year average for both total storms and ...

Boat capsizes, 11 rescued off Fort Myers Beach

The Lee County Sheriff's Office and U.S. Coast Guard Station Fort Myers Beach boat crew joined good Samaritans in the Gulf off Fort Myers Beach to rescue 11 people on a boat that capsized off Fort Myers Beach Tuesday afternoon. The Lee County Sheriff's Office said the boat overturned ...

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 ...

ECHO Global Food and Farm Festival returns

The annual ECHO Global Food and Farm Festival returned to its roots last weekend. After several years of expansion to the point where the event became a weeklong event, it returned to a single-day where ECHO opened its farm to the public and featured tours, food tastings, and workshops for ...

New harbor master takes the helm at Tarpon Point

One of Cape Coral’s largest marinas has new leadership.  Tarpon Point Marina this week announced the appointment of Stephanie St. Romain as its new harbor master and general manager. Tarpon Point officials said St. Romain brings extensive maritime expertise and a service‑driven ...