“Ding” Darling Wildlife Refuge Reopens Doors on Sanibel Island

The J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island has officially reopened its doors today, marking a significant milestone in the island's post-Hurricane Ian recovery.

Apr 25

2024 Resolutions for Your Sanibel Vacation Rental Property

Apr 25

Manatee Birthday Fundraiser to Benefit Local Conservation Efforts

Apr 25

BIG ARTS Celebrates 45 Years, Announces New Film Season

Apr 25

Family-Friendly Spring Break Options Abound in Southwest Florida

Apr 25

Florida Bill Expands 'Gang Member' Label After Just 2 Sightings

A Florida Senate bill slashing the threshold to label someone a gang member from multiple to just two associations has cleared its final committee. Sponsored by Ft. Myers Republican Sen. Jonathan Martin, SB 536 adds online posts and spouse testimony to the mix. If passed, it takes effect Oct. 1 amid rising gang concerns statewide.

Apr 25

Tampa Police Nab Suspect in Hillsborough Convenience Store Robbery Spree

Apr 25

Heat Battle for Playoff Survival in Florida's NBA Stakes

The Miami Heat find themselves in a critical stretch of the 2025-26 season, sitting just a half-game behind the Orlando Magic in the race for an Eastern Conference playoff spot. With a 34-29 record and momentum on their side, Miami must navigate a treacherous upcoming schedule to avoid the play-in tournament and secure one of the league's coveted playoff berths.

Apr 25

Florida Panthers Claim Back-to-Back Stanley Cups in Sunrise Thriller

Apr 25

Gators Baseball Sweeps No. 4 Arkansas in Historic Road Triumph

Apr 25

Panthers Crush Leafs 6-1 in Game 7, Storm to East Finals

Apr 25

Lightning Ink Top Prospect Czata to 3-Year Deal in Tampa Bay

Apr 25

VISIT FLORIDA Discusses Branding, Hurricane Recovery Support at SanCap Chamber Meeting

VISIT FLORIDA representatives met with the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce to discuss statewide branding and support for the islands' hurricane recovery efforts.

Apr 25

How to Minimize Wear and Tear in High-Traffic Vacation Rentals

Apr 25

What Not to Do When Decorating Your Vacation Rental

Apr 25

What to Look for When Buying a Vacation Rental Property

Apr 25

Tips for a Successful Furniture Showroom Visit

Apr 25

2024 Senior Graduation Set for June 5th at Suncoast Arena

Fort Myers' 2024 Senior Graduation is scheduled for June 5th at 6:00 PM at the Suncoast Arena at FSW.

Apr 25

Davie, Neighbors Unite in Plantation for Relay for Life Cancer Fight

Thousands gathered Saturday in Plantation Central Park as Davie, Weston, Cooper City and Plantation rallied against cancer in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. Under a Western theme, survivors walked laps, luminarias glowed in remembrance, and communities pushed toward a $10,000 goal. The event fused fun, food and fierce fundraising for Florida's cancer battle.

Apr 25

UF Team Unveils Red Tide Toxin Filter in Florida Breakthrough

Apr 25

Navigating the Digital Divide: When Apps Don't Play Nice

Feeling lost in translation when your favorite platforms refuse to connect? Let's decode the cross-platform conundrum and discover solutions for a smoother digital life.

Apr 25

Bridging the Divide: Strategies for Seamless Cross-Platform Experiences

Apr 25

The Streaming Wars: Who's Winning (and Why You Should Care)

Apr 25

The Streaming Wars: Are We Winning?

Apr 25

Bridging Divides: Finding Common Ground in Our Digital World

Apr 25

First Offense DUI: Can You Avoid Conviction in Florida?

Fort Walton Beach residents facing a first-time DUI charge may have options to avoid conviction, depending on case specifics and legal strategies.

Apr 25

Jana Nayagan Leak: Details Emerge in Saint Augustine

Apr 25

Jana Nayagan Leak: Details Emerge from Unverified Reports

Apr 25

Celebrating Women Who Lead – Patti Garrison

Apr 25

Florida Drug Trafficking vs. Possession: What’s the Difference?

Apr 25

Special Forces Soldier Charged With Trading Classified Intel on Maduro Raid

A U.S. Special Forces soldier involved in January's operation to capture Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been arrested and charged with using classified information to profit over $400,000 on prediction markets. Federal prosecutors allege the soldier placed multiple bets on Polymarket before the operation, raising serious national security concerns and sparking a broader investigation into insider trading on political outcomes.

Apr 25

Green Beret Busted Betting on Classified Strikes

Apr 25

Iran Seizes Ships Linked to Trump, Macron Allies in Hormuz Standoff

Apr 25

Special Forces Soldier Charged in $400K Insider Bet on Maduro Raid

Apr 25

DOJ Greenlights Firing Squads to Accelerate Federal Executions

Apr 25