Gator Attacks Photographer’s GoPro Camera At South FL Preserve: Watch

A South Florida photographer shared a video of a gator chomping down on his GoPro camera during a visit to Big Cypress National Preserve.

Publix Worker, FL Girl Reunite After COVID-19 Pandemic Break

Fort Myers girl reunites with friend, a Publix employee, for the 1st time since COVID. The reunion inspired her mother to start a nonprofit.

GoFundMe: Help Fund Java The Hutt's Trip To Worlds

Java The Hutts is a robotics team out of Fort Myers.

Making Retirement Dreams Come True at Siena Lakes

You've Earned It

Meet Varun Kakar, Siena Lakes’ Director of Dining Services

Kakar has been with Erickson Senior Living for twelve years

Thomas Morris, M.D. Joins Siena Lakes

Thomas Morris, M.D., is new to Siena Lakes but he’s not new to the Erickson Senior Living family

Residents Staying Well and Keeping Fit Together at Siena Lakes

Residents enjoy in-person fitness classes, water aerobics, pickle ball, bocce and more

Tiger Killed After Biting Man’s Arm, Dragging It Into Enclosure

The injured man, who worked for a third-party cleaning service, wasn’t authorized to be in the tiger habitat area, authorities said.

At Siena Lakes, Residents Love Giving Back

Residents recognize that the holidays are a time to be generous with others

Siena Lakes Residents Contribute to Staff Appreciation Fund

73 employees receive gift from 2021 Staff Appreciation Fund

$5 Million Florida Lottery Prize Claimed By Massachusetts Woman

A Massachusetts woman claimed a $5 million prize playing the $5,000,000 Cashword scratch-off game, Florida Lottery said.

Midwest Food Bank Responding To Hurricane Ida

As a Salvation Army First Responder, Midwest Food Bank can have relief on the road within 24 hours of a call.

Midwest Food Bank Responding To Hurricane Ida

Food boxes and cleaning supplies are being sent to those affected by the storm.

A New Adventure and the Great Outdoors at Siena Lakes

Appreciating the opportunity to enjoy the community’s beautiful campus all year round

Photo Of The Week: Catching Rays At Fort Myers Beach

Send us your photos of sunsets, romps at the beach or children at the playground. You might have your photo published on Patch.

Same Faces in Different Places

Longtime Erickson Senior Living staff members are excited to join Siena Lakes

Death Row Killer, Olympic Medalists, Rapping Sheriff: Nearby News

Top FL news includes two Olympic medalists from Florida, a death-row killer dying in custody, a Lakeland Christian grad gets drafted.

Siena Lakes offers fun, freedom, and flexibility

New residents look forward to the maintenance-free lifestyle

Wild Hog Hunting Offered At 26 Wildlife Management Areas Across Florida This Summer

Many hunts don't require a quota permit.

When Releasing Deep-Water Fish, The Right Tools Mean Everything

Venting a fish incorrectly can cause more harm than good.

Eight Days Remain To Register For Collabraday

More than 500 people have already raised their hands to participate in this Southwest Florida community problem-solving initiative.

Upcoming South Florida Water Management District Public Meetings Announced

Agendas are available at least seven days in advance.

Fort Myers CRA Advisory Board To Meet June 14

The session begins at 5 p.m.

Fort Myers Chamber Of Commerce: Grill Fires Can Turn Dinner Into Disaster

Grilling accidents result in 19,700 trips to the hospital annually.

Photo Of The Week: Tall Ship At Sunset Off Bowditch Point Park

This photo by Shannon Wells shows a tall ship at sunset at Bowditch Point Park in Lee County.

Fort Myers Redevelopment Areas Arts & Culture Newsletter

The Fort Myers CRA with its numerous community partners have supported arts and cultural developments in the City of Palms since 1984.

Summer GED, ESOL Classes Being Offered In Lee County

Space is limited so registration is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Greater Fort Myers Chamber: Community Cooperative Announces CEO Transition

Stefanie Ink Edwards will succeed Tracey Galloway, who has announced her retirement after 10 years with the organization.

Midwest Food Bank Florida Welcomes Return Of Volunteer Groups

Now that COVID restrictions are loosening, people are comfortable with returning to volunteerism.

Innovative Tech Deployed To Combat Blue-Green Algae In The Caloosahatchee

The goal is to reduce damaging discharges and send more clean water south to the Everglades.

South Florida Water Management District Announces Public Meetings For June

Agendas are available at least seven days in advance.

Community Cooperative Launches Its ‘School's Out, Hunger's Not' Campaign

Volunteers and donations are needed to continue programs for the hungry and homeless in Lee County through the summer.

Collabraday To Fully Unveil Plans On June 16

The online session begins at 1 p.m.

The Southwest Florida Community Foundation Is Now, Officially, Collaboratory

The organization is committed to bringing the region together to solve all its major social problems on an 18-year deadline.

Fort Myers Redevelopment Areas Project Updates

Since 1984 the CRA has been at the forefront of local redevelopment efforts occurring in the most blighted areas and spaces in the city.

The Latest Redevelopment News For Greater Fort Myers

A home preservation grant is available in Dr. MLK, Jr. Blvd. Target Area.

Fort Myers Alliance Of The Arts Announces Summer Activities And Events

Exhibits, creative camps and art classes are on the schedule.

Fort Myers CRA Advisory Board Meeting Set For June 2

The session begins at 5 p.m.

June Plant Sale At Edison And Ford Winter Estates Set For June 19

A limited number of garden carts are available, so guests are encouraged to bring their own.

Seminole Brighton Casino To Hold Career Fair On June 8

Perks include $300 sign on bonuses for all positions.