April 13, 2026 By MEGHAN BRADBURY

Bridge closure causing long traffic delays

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is April 12-18

Hot blooded: Lou Gramm brings Foreigner to Hertz Arena

Haitian advocacy group asks that 'an entire community' not be judged on one individual's actions

Car, Truck, Jeep Show & Swap Meet promises to bring array of vehicles to the German American Club

FPL expands scholarship opportunities: Three awards now available for robotics and drones

April 10, 20263 min read

Florida Power & Light Company is expanding scholarship opportunities for high school seniors passionate about STEM. The company is now offering three scholarships: two $20,000 awards for students who participated in FIRST, VEX, or B.E.S.T robotics programs and one $5,000 scholarship for a ...

Operation Green Light set for April 14-17

April 10, 20263 min read

Anyone with a suspended license or overdue traffic tickets may be eligible to get back on the road through the Lee County Clerk & Comptroller’s Operation Green Light. During the annual event, those with cases in collections will be allowed to pay their court fees and fines without ...

Family Initiative to host nationally recognized autism advocate during Parent Group Speaker Series this weekend

April 9, 20262 min read

Family Initiative will feature the speaker series, “Behind the Mask: The Untold Story of Autistic Women” during its Parent Group Speaker Series this weekend. Haley Moss, a neurodiversity expert, attorney, author, nationally recognized autism advocate, and the first openly autistic lawyer ...

School district says it will use capital funds to offset a projected operating budget deficit

April 16, 2026 4 min read

The Lee County School Board was told Tuesday that the district will tap into the capital fund to offset an expected multi-million dollar deficit. “This deficit we are anticipating for next year we will offset with an increase transfer from capital funds,” Chief Financial Officer Sarah Cox ...

Free LeeTran bus rides Monday

April 16, 2026 2 min read

LeeTran – Lee County Transit – will again offer free rides on all fixed-route buses for Try Transit Day on Earth Day, Monday. LeeTran Director Dominic Gemelli said Try Transit Day has been an annual event for more than five years. “LeeTran’s annual ridership averages approximately ...

Bridge closure causing long traffic delays

April 13, 2026 2 min read

The temporary closure of the Wilson Pigott Bridge on State Road 31 leading into Fort Myers caused long traffic delays during both morning and afternoon drive times today. The closure of the bridge for deck replacement began Monday with the structure to remain fully closed to all vehicular ...

Lee County 4-H Foundation gearing up for 2026 Fishing Tournament Fundraiser

April 13, 2026 2 min read

The Lee County 4-H Foundation is gearing up for one of its most popular community events of the year — the annual Family Fishing Tournament Fundraiser on May 2, at Mike Greenwell Regional Park. Anglers of all ages and skill levels are invited to compete in this family-friendly tournament, ...

Guest Commentary: Troubled bridge over muddy water

April 15, 2026 6 min read

When people think of “old Florida” in Southwest Florida, small historic cow towns like Alva, Fort Denaud, and LaBelle often come to mind. These communities sit near the point where four counties—Hendry, Glades, Lee, and Charlotte—meet at what is known as the “quad-point.” For now, ...

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