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🌱 When will Cape Coral finally fix this sinking neighborhood roadway?

Cape Coral, Florida Patch AM: a 4 min read

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In today's newsletter:

  • When will Cape Coral finally fix this sinking neighborhood roadway?
  • Cape Coral neighbors shaken after bullet pierces lanai during Sunday football
  • Want to run food service at Cape Coral’s revamped Jaycee Park?

Also on today's calendar: 10/22, 10/23, 10/24 & 10/25/2026 Taste of Greece Food Festival in Fort Myers and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cheese that isn't yours? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 90 and low of 71 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny, temps: high: 89, low: 73.
  • Thursday: Variably cloudy and warm, with a high of 91 and low of 73 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Cape Coral man watches his driveway crumble; he says sunken road getting worse (winknews.com) — A Cape Coral homeowner near the new 7‑Eleven at Chiquita and Northwest 16th Terrace is watching his driveway crumble as a sinking roadway worsens, and he’s worried his garage could be next. The city has approved $500,000 for stabilization work and is evaluating contractor bids, but has not given a start date, leaving him waiting so Lee Builders Care can rebuild his driveway.
   

2. Cape Coral woman says bullet tore through lanai while she watched Sunday football (abc-7.com) — A Cape Coral woman on Southeast 13th Terrace says a bullet tore through her lanai while she watched Sunday football, prompting a lengthy police investigation at her home. Neighbors described a strong police and forensic presence, and the woman plans to press charges, though Cape Coral police have not yet released further details about the incident.
   

3. Calling All Culinary Stars: Cape Coral Wants You to Bring the Flavor to Jaycee Park's Brand-New Boardwalk (englewoodreview.com) — Cape Coral is looking for an experienced food and beverage operator to run services at the newly renovated, waterfront Jaycee Park and its brand‑new boardwalk, playground, splash pad, and band shell. Interested vendors must submit proposals through the city’s procurement portal by Nov. 5 at 2 p.m., offering locals a chance to shape this busy community gathering spot.
   

4. Goat Nearly Hit by Car Gets Roadside Rescue in Cape Coral (shorenewsnetwork.com) — A loose goat briefly stopped traffic near Del Prado Boulevard in Cape Coral when a passerby grabbed its horns and held on until police could secure the animal with a makeshift leash. Officers moved the goat safely off the road, though it’s still unclear where it came from or who owns it.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • It's almost Halloween, and we're ready for you!
    Our home is decked out for Halloween, and the display here is worth checking out. #TreatMap (Nextdoor Beach Pkwy West)
  • Today is Sunday, for some, it is just another day, for others, another struggle.
    One word of encouragement, one positive gesture, one thank you, one smile can make a difference to some people. So be kind, send some positive vibes… (Nextdoor NE Cape)
  • Pizza Hut posted a job opening for Shift Leader in Cape Coral. Apply here.
  • ABC Fine Wine & Spirits posted a job opening for Seasonal Replenishment Team Member in Cape Coral. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cape Coral here.

Ok Cape Coral! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What do you call cheese that isn't yours?" — Nacho cheese! (Thank you Lorille C. for sending it in!)
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