Restore the pier for the enjoyment of future generations and as a tangible investment in area’s economic future.' ...

Lee Melsek left Fort Myers Beach years ago, but he still daydreams about the pristine paradise of his childhood in the '50s and '60s. "You had the Gulf of Mexico out your front door, and you had that ...

Retired journalist Lee Melsek has written a new memoir about his childhood on Fort Myers Beach in the 1950s and '60s. The book, "Finding Huck: Adventures Down Yonder," recalls a time before ...

Venture a bit further south and you’ll find Stump Pass Beach State Park, where untouched Florida reveals itself in all its glory. The park’s nature trail winds through five distinct habitats, offering ...

After 75 years of painting and sculpting, the Fort Myers Beach Beach Art Association is ready to celebrate at its new Fort Myers gallery. A 75th-anniversary celebration and art exhibit takes place ...

Southwest Florida has experienced a quiet 2025 hurricane season so far. This contrasts with 2024, when the region was hit by two hurricanes, Helene and Milton, within two weeks. Hurricane Milton made ...

It was exactly three years and one day. That’s how long it took On The Bay (previously Matanzas on the Bay) to reopen after being pummeled by Hurricane Ian. “It was a long time coming,” Eddie Parisi, ...

A Fort Myers Beach restaurant, On The Bay, has reopened three years after being destroyed by Hurricane Ian. The new owners rebuilt the first-floor restaurant after further damage from Hurricanes ...

Our thoughts are with those affected by Hurricane Ian. This video is part of the Hurricane Ian Relief Series, showcasing the challenges faced by the community. 100% of donated funds will aid in ...

Firefighters in Fort Myers responded to a fire early Sunday morning at the Westchase Apartments near Metro Parkway. The fire, which started around 5:45 a.m., was quickly contained. Five people were ...