Daily editionFriday, September 4th, 2026
Good morning, Cape Coral.
The 5AM Cape Coral Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of September.
Community
Residents, businesses, and organizations can sign up today for Cape Coral’s Median Beautification Program to install approved landscaping that the city maintains.
Applicants must meet with the Public Works Department to review design plans (contact City Arborist Omar Leon at 239-242-3216).
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Environment
Cape Coral residents are advised to review their emergency plans as local forecasts predict intermittent thunderstorms and heavy downpours through Labor Day weekend while the National Hurricane Center tracks three tropical waves ahead of the hurricane season peak on Sept. 10.
Gov. DeSantis declared September as Preparedness Month to encourage readiness.
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Government
Cape Coral City Council approved paperwork Wednesday to build boardwalks at Yellow Fever Creek Preserve at 3115 Del Prado Blvd. The permit allows construction of three boardwalks (2,205 linear feet total and associated viewing platforms) funded by a Tourist Development Council grant to enhance public access and education.
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Health
Florida officials reported 20 Vibrio vulnificus cases this year, including two in Lee County, with three deaths in Bay, Marion, and Palm Beach counties.
Residents are urged to cook oysters thoroughly and keep open wounds away from coastal waters.
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Sports
Southwest Florida high school football games began Week 3 with live score updates available Thursday and Friday, Sept. 3-4, as teams such as Lee and Collier compete despite last week's weather delays.
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