3+ week, 4+ day ago  (299+ words) The Fort Myers Amateur Radio Club has announced the return of "Hamwaves of History," a live commemorative amateur radio wvent taking place from'March 17-19. This unique tribute honors the brave men and women who served at Buckingham Army Airfield during World…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (488+ words) A pivotal battle that resulted in one of the most iconic images of World War II marks its 81st anniversary this week and will be remembered again locally in Cape Coral. The Iwo Jima Anniversary Ceremony will take place this Sunday…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (235+ words) The Southwest Florida Historical Society has announced its 2026 Annual Cracker Dinner Fundraiser, titled "Calusa, Creeks, and Crackers: 500 Years of Cattle History in South Florida," will be held Saturday evening, March 21,at Marion Hall, St. Cecilia Catholic Community, 5632 Sunrise Drive, Fort…...

2+ mon, 4+ week ago  (294+ words) The Southwest Florida Archaeo-logical Society recently announced a book signing and presentation on "Key West in the Civil War" by acclaimed local author Robert Macomber. The presentation will be held Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 6:30 p.m., at the Imaginarium Museum, located at 2000 Cranford…...

6+ mon, 2+ day ago  (355+ words) From ancient civilizations to spring training legends, Fort Myers" past unfolds on the next episode of Florida Road Trip. Before next week"s broadcast premiere, viewers can get a first look at the episode during a free community screening hosted…...

7+ mon, 2+ week ago  (232+ words) A long-standing harborer of veteran memorabilia, history, and more with ties to Cape Coral recently announced it has officially closed its doors." In a social media post, the Southwest Florida Military Museum, formerly located in the South Cape and most…...