FORT MYERS, Fla. — Back in 1885, Thomas Edison was one of the original snowbirds after building a winter estate on Florida's southwest coast. His home, known as the Seminole lodge, became a ...

The Edison and Ford Winter Estates are a home ... built their winter homes next to each other about a mile south of Fort Myers' River District. Dating back to the early 1900s, the historic estates ...

Since then, the Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade has grown into an annual tradition that draws thousands to downtown Fort Myers to marvel at the elaborate floats and glittering royalty.

Good morning Fort Myers! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️ In today's newsletter: Edison Awards spotlight innovation in Fort Myers Fort ...

The fifth edition of the Edison Awards in Fort Myers will honor a man known as the godfather of artificial intelligence and an innovator in higher education. And the event, taking place April 2-3 ...