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What’s the best grass for your Florida yard? How often should you mow it? What’s the best cutting height? How often should you water? Find the answers in this week’s Gardening column: marconews.com/story/life/202…

If there was any lack in clarity with what the Village of Estero is expecting to get from the Florida Department of Transportation when it comes to a historic I-75 widening project, a letter from Engage Estero makes it crystal clear. news-press.com/story/news/loc…

More events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco Island. SWFLA To Do List: marconews.com/story/life/202…

Looking for something to do? The Marco Island Historical Society presents “America the Beautiful”; two '70s rock bands, Foghat and Nazareth perform at Seminole Casino AND Tom Briscoe ‘It’s Not Mansplaining ... ’ is at Arts Bonita. 3 To Do: marconews.com/story/life/202…

The most expensive home sold in Lee County for April 2026 was a Bonita Springs property that sold for $6.15 million. naplesnews.com/story/news/loc…

Conditions are so dry that the drought may not subside until August, said Jesse Lavender, a mitigation specialist with the Florida Forestry's Caloosahatchee Service Center. marconews.com/story/news/env…

The price of a peak season round of golf has soared to record levels, up 29% in the past six years. That increase can be even greater in destination markets like Fort Myers and Naples. news-press.com/story/sports/g…

After months of back-and-forth talks, Fort Myers Beach Elementary is now poised to survive demolition and reopen as a charter school. news-press.com/story/news/edu…

The town of Ave Maria could grow by more than 2,000 acres. On May 7, the Collier County Planning Commission voted nearly unanimously to recommend in favor of the expansion. marconews.com/story/money/bu…

In Arts + Leisure, inside today’s The Banner: In Gardening – Prune, cut and clear. Do you have the right tools for the job? And what’s a healthy milkshake? Fresh Monkee is now open in Estero. Read the eNewspaper here: bonitabanner-fl.newsmemory.com

In today’s The Banner: Mamma Anna’s cooking – Beloved Estero restaurant thriving. Over a dozen arrested for drugs – Eight in Bonita; one in Estero. Safety grades – How did Lee Health, NCH do? On newsstands now or read the eNewspaper here: bonitabanner-fl.newsmemory.com

Bonita Memorial Day plans announced; Bay Club approves $110M clubhouse transformation; Barefoot Beach sea turtle nest and Miromar Outlets welcomes Coco Art Gallery. Now You Know: naplesnews.com/story/news/loc…

Looking for something to do? The City of Palms Dog Show starts Thursday in Fort Myers. The Suncoast Signature Cup to benefit YMCA programs is Friday AND “American Idol’s” Zach Person, from blues to rock and indie, at Arts Bonita. 3 To Do: marconews.com/story/life/202…

More events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco Island. SWFLA To Do List: marconews.com/story/life/202…

A hero deputy guided three girls struggling in a rip current at Lovers Key State Park on Sunday. news-press.com/story/news/loc…

Southwest Florida has once again landed at the top of a national housing ranking ― and this time the distinction is tied directly to where new homes are being built and how they are priced. news-press.com/story/money/20…

“While it’s not something most people want to think about, advance care planning — putting your wishes in writing — is one of the most important and compassionate things you can do for yourself and your loved ones.” Lee Health: naplesnews.com/story/news/loc…

Two Florida drivers died at the scene of a multiple car collision early Sunday morning along the Alligator Alley stretch of Interstate 75. marconews.com/story/news/202…

While only about 150 years old, Martin County, Florida’s oldest building — the House of Refuge — has played a remarkable role in U.S. history. marconews.com/story/news/loc…

It’s time to start thinking about pruning the shrubs in the yard and removing any cold damage or just to reduce size and prepare for the summer growing season. Gardening: marconews.com/story/life/202…