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The News-Press

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Jim Schwartzel wants highway bypass, VA hospital after District 19 win

Republican Jim Schwartzel , a media executive and Southwest Florida native, won Florida’s 19th Congressional District in the general election Tuesday, Nov. 3, keeping the Southwest Florida seat in Republican hands as he prepares to succeed outgoing Byron Donalds in Washington. The district covers most of Lee County and coastal areas of Collier County and has long served as a Republican stronghold. Schwartzel, 46, president of Fort Myers-based Sun Broadcasting, defeated Democratic nominee Victor Arias , independent Seth Haskin and write-in candidate Alexandra Zakhvatayev. Fireworks erupted at his election night watch party in Fort Myers as Schwartzel celebrated the outcome with family, supporters and campaign staff. Here’s what Schwartzel told the News-Press on election night after his victory: How did Schwartzel react to his victory on election night? Question: What does tomorrow look like for you after your election win? Answer: "I don't know if I'm going to get much sleep tonight. I have so much energy in me and adrenaline. But, you know, I just want to get to work for Southwest Florida. Everything I own, all my family, everyone's here, so I only have Southwest Florida as my best interest, so I'm ready to go to work." During

Lee County, FL · 2d

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Veteran-owned Cape Coral Indian restaurant gives back to those who served

CAPE CORAL, Fla. (WINK)—Masala Mantra Indian Restaurant was voted No. 1 in Cape Coral for six consecutive years and honored veterans with special offers. Masala Mantra Indian Restaurant opened in October 2019 when three friends took a chance on a dream. The team had little restaurant experience and limited money as it worked to bring Indian food and culture to Southwest Florida.

Cape Coral, FL · 1d
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Main Street Dollars

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Lee Health in Florida leaves UnitedHealthcare’s Medicare Advantage network on Jan. 1, and members who want to keep its doctors have until Dec. 7 to switch plans

Lee Health, the Fort Myers health system, plans to leave UnitedHealthcare’s commercial and Medicare Advantage networks on Jan. 1, 2027. UnitedHealthcare members who want to keep seeing Lee Health doctors have until Dec. 7, the last day of Medicare’s fall enrollment period, to move to a plan that still covers them. People on a Medicare […]

Fort Myers, FL · 3d

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Estero Had Electric Lights Before the Story Was Finished

The great machine at Koreshan State Park looks less like a religious relic than the centerpiece of a municipal power station. That is partly what makes it so revealing. Visitors arrive to learn about an unusual community and its beliefs, then encounter a heavy engine that had to do an entirely practical job: make electricity.

Estero, FL · 1d
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Fort Myers American Legion Post 192 works to save historic Dunbar home

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK)—American Legion Post 192 honored veterans on Veterans Day while working to preserve its historic place in the Dunbar community. Veterans and community members gathered for prayer, recognition, honor and reflection on military service. Red, white and blue filled the post during the observance. The post...

Fort Myers, FL · 1d

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Bunche Beach to close for repairs after Hurricane Isaias damage

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Hurricane Isaias caused erosion and damage at Bunche Beach in Lee County, prompting a temporary closure for repairs. Steve Brown, a frequent visitor to the area, said Bunche Beach has been impacted by multiple hurricanes over the years, including Hurricane Ian. "There was a lot...

Lee County, FL · 2d

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North Fort Myers Fights To Save Civic Center As Lee County Eyes $109M Budget Hole

North Fort Myers residents are speaking out against the possible permanent closure of the Lee County Civic Center, a decades-old gathering spot now caught in the middle of a budget crunch tied to Amendment 3. The venue, which has hosted everything from concerts to the county fair since 1978, could be shuttered as commissioners look for ways to close a massive property-tax revenue gap.

North Fort Myers, FL · 20h

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‘Environmental graffiti’: Offshore scars remain from Fort Myers Beach sand dredging

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. — A multi-million-dollar beach nourishment project has restored seven miles of Fort Myers Beach, but environmentalists are raising concerns about the scars left offshore and their potential impact on marine habitats. Thirty years after his first visit to Fort Myers Beach, Woody Stenstron shared his...

Fort Myers Beach, FL · 1d

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Fort Myers hosts workshops on downtown street improvements

FORT MYERS, Fla. — Fort Myers city officials are seeking public input on potential improvements to First and Second streets in the downtown area through two public workshops. City officials are inviting residents, business owners, and other interested individuals to attend the workshops, which will focus on upgrades to...

Fort Myers, FL · 1d

Home & Nearby

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Cape Coral pool services that keep weekly cleaning on track

Top 5Pool service · Cape Coral, FL·Checked Nov 10, 2026. In Cape Coral, weekly pool cleaning is about more than a skim and a quick look at the water. We read the reviews for 5 services, with an eye on dependable visits, useful updates and the questions worth asking before you call.

Cape Coral, FL · 2d

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SWFL families face some of the highest health insurance prices ever seen

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK)- Families in Southwest Florida who rely on Affordable Care Act marketplace plans are facing steep 2027 premium increases. COVID-era enhanced federal subsidies are no longer being extended, meaning families are left footing a much bigger bill. Tyler McClosky, owner of Rocket Health, helps Southwest Florida residents navigate health insurance options.

Desoto County, FL · 1d

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Help shape Fort Myers through online survey

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK)—The city of Fort Myers is asking the public to help shape the future of downtown streets. The city, the Lee County Metropolitan Planning Organization and their partners are studying improvements along First Street and Second Street/Seaboard Street from Fowler Street to the intersection of First Street and Seaboard Street. Following the 2023 two-way conversion, the city said it was exploring long-term changes to make the corridor safer and more accessible for drivers, pedestrians, cyclists and transit users.

Fort Myers, FL · 22h

The Financial Wire

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UnitedHealthcare says Lee Health intends to leave its Medicare Advantage network Jan. 1, 2027, and Sarasota Memorial says renewing its contract appears very unlikely

UnitedHealthcare sent Lee Health a proposal on Oct. 30 to keep its Medicare Advantage and commercial members in network, and the insurer’s Lee Health notice, updated Nov. 3, says the Lee County system still intends to leave both networks starting Jan. 1, 2027. Across the Gulf Coast in Sarasota, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System says... The post UnitedHealthcare says Lee Health intends to leave its Medicare Advantage network Jan. 1, 2027, and Sarasota Memorial says renewing its contract appears very unlikely appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Lee County, FL · 2d

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Gulf Coast consignment stores see surge as shoppers seek economic ease

NAPLES, Fla. — Consignment stores in Fort Myers and Naples are seeing more customers turning to second-hand shopping and selling to manage financial pressures amid rising costs. "The customers that bring things into consign with us are looking to get a little extra money," said Jennifer Johnson, owner of...

Naples, FL · 2d

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Southwest Florida veterans push for full-service hospital in Cape Coral

CAPE CORAL, Fla. (WINK) — Federal officials are laying the groundwork to bring a full-scale Veterans Affairs hospital to Cape Coral. In December, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will decide when to conduct a ‘market assessment,’ according to Alan White, a U.S. Air Force veteran who chairs a committee pushing for the hospital. The assessments analyze local health care needs that help the VA modernize it’s network.

Cape Coral, FL · 1d

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Cape Coral elected leaders prepare for city issues before swearing-in

CAPE CORAL, Fla. (WINK)—Cape Coral's incoming leaders got a crash course in city government as they prepared to take office. Mayor-elect Rick Erickson, District 1's Dave Newton and District 6's Annette Warren heard from the city attorney, auditor, clerk, the fire and police departments and the Cape Coral Charter Schools Authority. The transition session focused on the work ahead during the next four years.

Cape Coral, FL · 22h

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Ortiz Avenue widening project nearing completion in Fort Myers

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK) — After more than two and a half years of construction, the Ortiz Avenue widening project in Fort Myers is nearing completion, with all four lanes expected to open by the end of 2026. The project is expanding Ortiz Avenue from two lanes to four...

Fort Myers, FL · 1d

Babcock Ranch Telegraph

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Three companies open their doors for business on B Street

B Street will soon be a hive of activity with more businesses moving into their new spaces throughout the coming months. From innovative eateries and boutiques to a distillery and cigar shop, the new walkable shopping and dining district will offer a creative path for residents, visitors and entrepreneurs in Babcock Ranch. Pop’s Barber Co. gives a modern cut with […] The post Three companies open their doors for business on B Street first appeared on Babcock Ranch Telegraph .

Fort Myers, FL · 2d

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Men’s Golf adds five in 2027 signing class

FORT MYERS, Fla. - The Florida Gulf Coast University men's golf team and head coach Lee McCoy have announced a five-member signing class: Cornelius Farhang, Chase Larson, Ludwig Libera, Ranveer Mitroo and Nico Muellner. The signees come from five countries: Austria, India, Norway, Sweden and the United States. The class is headlined by Austria's Muellner, who is currently ranked No. 316 in the World Amateur Golf Ranking (WAGR).

Fort Myers, FL · 1d

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Entrees Caribbean Pot Plans New Location in North Fort Myers

Entrees Caribbean Pot is planning a new restaurant in North Fort Myers, Florida, bringing Caribbean-inspired cuisine to the area. The proposed establishment is planned for 4521 Bayshore Road, North Fort Myers, FL 33917. According to records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, an application for Entrees Caribbean Pot was filed on November 6, 2026. The project is currently listed as in process under the agency’s plan review and initial review category.

North Fort Myers, FL · 1d