A family is safe after the Coast Guard rescued them from their broken down boat 30 miles west of Sanibel Island.

“It’s very concerning,” Stilwell Youngquist, author of the recently released book “Resilient Spirit,” said. “Keylime is close ...

Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has extended the hours of its temporary Fort Myers Beach office to better serve local residents and businesses ahead of its permanent branch opening in 2026. Located on ...

From Sarasota to Marco Island and Venice and Sanibel to Arcadia and LaBelle, Southwest Florida is home to more than a dozen ...

"We had a great time visiting the Island Adventures Summer Reading Program, hosted by the Sanibel Public Library ... habits while giving back to others in a huge way." Last year, Lee County readers ...

The Sanibel Vegetation Committee’s upcoming meeting will offer an opportunity to learn more about the benefits of two rain ...

Here’s our guide to the biggest and best 4th of July events and fireworks displays in Naples, Bonita Springs, Marco Island ...

Here’s our guide to the biggest and best 4th of July events and fireworks in Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Naples ...

Southern Living lists Florida beaches that could pass for the Caribbean for family seeking solace from touristy cities.

You don’t have to travel to an exotic island to find this kind of peace and quiet. You’ll find it at Bird Island Coastal Reserve, located in the southern tip of Brunswick County.

All ages and abilities are welcome to all classes. Yoga Fest will be held June 18 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at James Island County Park. Early registration for the event is $30 for all ages 13 and older.

Mickenzie Hannon is a watchdog reporter for The News-Press and Naples Daily News, covering Collier and Lee counties. Contact her at 239-435-3423 [email protected].