Matlacha is 100! A local realtor, who's been there since the 70s, reflects on the island's colorful history and hopes for the ...

Matlatcha is home to brightly-painted galleries that will have you pulling off the road to check them out. Hunt for treasures made by local artists at Matlacha Menagerie or browse the old Matlacha ...

Florida artist Leoma Lovegrove, known for her vibrant and whimsical paintings, has died at age 72. Three events will be held in Fort Myers and Matlacha to celebrate Lovegrove's life and art. A ...

The bridge damaged during Hurricane Ian in Sept. 2022, has been under repair and will open and close again for the first time ...

So far, we’ve covered the history of The News-Press, the formation of Lee County, the storied history of the Lee County Courthouse, Southwest Florida’s largest city, Cape Coral, and the county seat ...

Matlacha has had its share of damage this year from hurricanes Helene and Milton. While people continue to heal and recover, they’re also looking toward the new year and beyond. The island is making ...

Lee County announced today that the first mechanical opening of the Matlacha Drawbridge will occur this week. It will be the first time the bridge has opened since 2022 when Hurricane Ian damaged it.

Matlacha is 100. Fox 4's Bella Line spoke with a local realtor who's been there since the 70s reflects on the island's colorful history and hopes for the future.