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Bridge closure causing long traffic delays

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 ...

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is April 12-18

Join Lee County in recognizing April 12-18 as “National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week” to celebrate the professionals who safeguard the health, safety and well-being of the community. National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week is organized nationally by the Association of ...

Hot blooded: Lou Gramm brings Foreigner to Hertz Arena

Lou Gramm is back leading Foreigner, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famers responsible for some of the most recognizable hits of the late 1970’s and early 1980’s. Songs like “I Want to Know What Love Is,” “Feels Like the First Time,” “Hot Blooded,” “Juke Box Hero,” “Urgent,” ...

SWFL News

Free LeeTran bus rides Monday

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 ...

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Bridge closure causing long traffic delays

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 ...

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Prep Sports Report 4-20-26

Saturday SOFTBALL Joan and Bill Longshore Memorial Tournament North Fort Myers 10, Cypress Lake 0 (5 innings): Lyla Pecore, Natalie Singletary and Keira Lane had two RBI each for the Red Knights. Jordyn Prado pitched five scoreless innings with eight strikeouts. North Fort Myers 7, Aubrey ...

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Guest Commentary: Troubled bridge over muddy water

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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