Fort Myers Reopens Two Hurricane-Damaged Piers with Enhanced Resilience
The Riverside Pier and Tarpon Street Pier feature new storm-resistant elements and recreational amenities.
RSW Airport Undergoes Major Expansion with New Concourse and Temporary TSA Checkpoint
Boston Red Sox acquire Rookie of the Year finalist Caleb Durbin in 6-player trade with Milwaukee Brewers
Lifestyle
Best SW Florida reader photos include Ding Darling, Six-Mile Cypress
Readers share stunning images of natural wonders in the region

Dog Gets Her First-Ever Report Card, Leaving Owner Baffled
Trish Doller's Border collie mix, Talaria, showed a very different personality at the boarding facility.
Edison Fest 2026 events: Ultimate guide to parades, car shows and more
The 88th-annual Edison Festival of Light in Fort Myers offers almost three weeks of fun, including car shows, a garden festival, a sing-along concert, a 5K race and a pet parade.
Sports
Red Sox Announce 2026 Spring Training Schedule
Tickets now on sale for games at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers, Florida

Minnesota Twins Spring Training Flyaway Sells Out
Spencer Media Group trip to Fort Myers, Florida includes game tickets and more
Red Sox Face Roster Decisions as Spring Training Nears
Boston's front office has several key questions to address before camp opens
Politics
Florida Everglades Detention Center Accused of Punishing Detainees Seeking Legal Help
Detainees say they faced retaliation for trying to contact attorneys, including having monitored calls dropped.

Detainees to Testify About Legal Access at 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Federal judge to consider whether detainees have sufficient access to legal system at Florida immigration detention center.
Detainees to Testify About Legal Access at 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Federal judge considers whether detainees at state-run immigration facility are getting sufficient access to legal system.