Jun25
Cape Coral sidewalk expansion on Ceitus Parkway is stirring homeowner backlash
A $1.3 million Cape Coral sidewalk project is drawing pushback from homeowners who say the route cuts into front yards and adds extra costs.
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Jun17
Cape Coral developer says contractor mistakenly removed mangroves
Developers said mangroves were removed by mistake at the future Seven Islands project site in northwest Cape Coral.
Jun11
Oakes Farms proposes major entertainment complex at former Bonita Springs dog track
A new proposal would remake the old Bonita Springs dog track into a massive indoor-outdoor entertainment and dining destination.
Jun10
Fort Myers Beach approves development order for a new Times Square entertainment center
A planned Times Square entertainment center with hotel units, a restaurant, bars, and a pool just cleared a key development step on Fort Myers Beach.
Jun9
Access 26 breaks ground on Fort Myers Beach
Construction has started on Access 26, a long-planned Fort Myers Beach food truck park and retail project pitched as a new beach destination.
May28
The Whale owners just bought Beach United Methodist Church on Fort Myers Beach
The owners of The Whale have acquired the storm-damaged Beach United Methodist Church property and say they want to restore it.
May27
Cape Coral's UEP North 3 project is pushing some homeowners to sell
Northwest Cape Coral residents say the next phase of the city's utility build-out could leave them facing bills so large they are putting homes up for sale.
May27
Historic McCollum Hall could return as a restaurant and community hub
A key vote moves Fort Myers' historic McCollum Hall closer to a comeback as a restaurant, gathering space, and upgraded community anchor.
May27
Cape Coral council is weighing what to fund in the $164M yacht club rebuild
Cape Coral leaders are deciding which parts of the yacht club rebuild move forward under the rising project cost.
May21
Judge rejects Fort Myers Beach residents' challenge to the Seagate tower deal
A Lee County judge ruled the town followed its process when it approved Seagate's controversial condo-tower project on Fort Myers Beach.
May20
Tree removal along Cape Coral Parkway sparks business and safety backlash
Cape Coral businesses say a tree-removal project tied to a parkway expansion is already cutting into access, parking, and safety.
May16
Wild hog damage at Babcock Ranch turned into a fight over growth and responsibility
A Babcock Ranch homeowner says wild hogs tore up his yard, raising a very Florida question: who pays when wildlife meets brand-new development?
May15
North Fort Myers homeowners are fighting a 300-home plan next door
Pine Lakes residents say a proposed development of more than 300 homes could change their community, and they are pushing back.
May13
Fort Myers Costco is officially moving after locking down the Colonial Boulevard site
The planned Fort Myers Costco move is no longer theoretical after the company closed on the Colonial Boulevard site.
May13
Fort Myers Beach planners voted against the Outrigger resort redevelopment proposal
The former Outrigger Beach Resort site hit resistance after Fort Myers Beach’s planning agency voted against the proposal on the table.
May5
Silver Sands could come back as a five-story Fort Myers Beach resort
Plans are moving for a rebuilt Silver Sands property that would add a multi-story resort back to Fort Myers Beach.
May4
Cape Coral Seven Islands project moves closer to development deal
A long-discussed Cape Coral waterfront development is nearing a formal agreement with a selected developer.
May4
Fort Myers Beach recall fight could trigger Lee County's first-ever recall election
Fort Myers Beach may be headed toward a recall election that would be the first of its kind in Lee County history.