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Kurt Donaldson Park in Cape to close for playground upgrades

The playground at Kurt Donaldson Park, 180 Hunter Blvd., off Hancock Bridge Parkway, in Cape Coral, will close temporarily beginning Monday, Aug. 17, while the existing playground is replaced with a new playground. The playground is expected to remain closed through the end of September, ...

SCHEA’s popular BaconFest Pub Crawl returns Aug. 22

A South Cape tradition sure to bring some sizzle returns next weekend for its 12th installment, highlighting a top tier breakfast food with a passionate fan base. The South Cape Hospitality & Entertainment Association’s BaconFest Pub Crawl hits the South Cape Aug. 22, where attendees can ...

Northbound lane closures continue on Business U.S. 41 over the Edison Bridge

LEE COUNTY, Fla. – A double‑lane closure is currently in effect on the northbound inside lanes and shoulder of the Edison Bridge to allow crews to maintain bridge joints, according to a release from the Florida Department of Transportation. Upon completion of work in the inside lanes and ...

SWFL News

Donalds wins Republican primary for governor

Congressman Byron Donalds, whose district includes Fort Myers Beach, most of Lee County and Collier County, won the Republican primary for governor on Tuesday with 47.79% of the vote in an 11-way field. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins was the runner-up with 25% of the vote. Donalds will face ...

Three teens charged with burglary, assault

A trio of juveniles were arrested in Cape Coral after police say they committed a burglary and assault at a local business.  A 16-year-old, as well as two 17-year-olds are facing charges stemming from an incident on Aug. 16.  According to Cape Coral Police Department officials, officers ...

Local Sports & Recreation

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Prep Sports Report 8-19-26

Tuesday VOLLEYBALL Cape Coral 3, Lehigh 2: Cape opened with a real workout, going five sets to pull out the victory. The scores were 16-25, 25-13, 25-16, 27-29, 15-9. St. John Neumann 3, Oasis 0: The Sharks (1-1) lost in three close sets, with Neumann prevailing 25-21, 25-22, ...

Local Columns

Guest Column | Tips to protect electronics from power surges

Thunderstorms deliver powerful bolts of lightning that are both mesmerizing and dangerous. Southwest Floridians know it’s time to head indoors when they hear thunder from approaching storms. While we’re safe with a roof over our heads, our electronics are not. Lightning causes a sudden ...

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