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BSU board elects its 2024-25 officers
The Bonita Springs Utilities Inc. board of directors has elected its officers for the 2024-25 term. The board elected Richard Garner president, Brian Farrar vice president, Robert Bachman treasurer and James Murphy secretary. Garner is a retired banking executive and real estate professional. He has served as chairman of the Bonita Springs Chamber of Commerce, now SWFL Inc., and has […] The post BSU board elects its 2024-25 officers first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Somebody else, anybody else
Take heart. There are options. You don’t have to vote for either Biden or Trump. While the pinch-hitters may not be political superstars, at least they’re not crooked or felonious or purveyors of runaway costs or migrant invasion. And they’re not on their way to jail or elderly housing. The important thing is you have a choice. Don’t worry if […] The post Somebody else, anybody else first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
The best life
I come from a long line of preachers and teachers — the kind who like to tell you what’s best for you. Another way of putting it: they’re often hypocrites. Hypocrites are an essential part of our world — every parent ought to be one, at least when necessary — because they’re willing to instruct us in our better interests […] The post The best life first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Costly condo concerns
For condominium owners or buyers in Florida, it was a one-two punch, a vicious combination that nevertheless failed to put the market down and out, despite gloomy recent news reports describing a slumping condo market, Realtors and analysts say. Although sales were reported down earlier this year by 6.8% from the same time last year, “the entire housing market has […] The post Costly condo concerns first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Best of 2024: The Flamingo Awards
In our Best special section which we call The Flamingos, we highlight the wackiest and the most wondrous, the sublime and the ridiculous — the things that add up to make South Florida among the most interesting places to survive and thrive. Many “best of ” publications are filled solely with content that’s bought and paid for. That isn’t our […] The post Best of 2024: The Flamingo Awards first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Miracle Leaf to host April 27 grand opening in Bonita Springs
Miracle Leaf, a prominent medical cannabis health center in Bonita Springs, announced the grand opening of its latest location at 11380 Bonita Beach Rd. SE, #102. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, April 27. The day-long celebration will feature a variety of vendors, food trucks, entertainment and more. “We are delighted to deepen our […] The post Miracle Leaf to host April 27 grand opening in Bonita Springs first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Lee Health is evaluating its business structure
Lee Health has undertaken an evaluation of its business structure to determine whether returning to a community focused nonprofit structure from its current structure as a special district/ government nonprofit would be beneficial for the residents of Lee County. In late February, the Lee Health Board of Directors and leadership team received the results of a months-long evaluation conducted by […] The post Lee Health is evaluating its business structure first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Celebrating National Therapy Animal Day
The moment Quincy puts on his bowtie, he goes into work mode. His demeanor changes and his mental steadiness is locked in. He is ready for service, and nothing can take him off his goal of obeying the needs of his clients. No, Quincy is not the matière d’ at a Michelin-starred restaurant, nor is he channeling Groucho Marx. He’s […] The post Celebrating National Therapy Animal Day first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
NEWS BRIEFS
Bonita Springs, Fort Myers Beach move to single-day solid waste collections Beginning Monday, April 29, residents of the City of Bonita Springs and the Town of Fort Myers Beach only have to put their trash, recycling and yard waste to the curb once a week. Waste Management, Lee County’s contracted hauler for the area, is announcing the service enhancement through […] The post NEWS BRIEFS first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
‘Ding’ Darling announces high school photo contest winners
On April 13, the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge (DDWS) announced and awarded winners and finalists in the 10th annual “Ding” Darling Theodore Cross High School Photography Contest at the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife Refuge on Sanibel Island, following a contest judging on March 8. Sponsored by the Theodore Cross family, the competition invites high school students […] The post ‘Ding’ Darling announces high school photo contest winners first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Lee Commission votes to pursue purchase of six parcels for Conservation 20/20
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted to authorize staff to pursue acquisition of six parcels totaling 40 acres for the Conservation 20/20 Land Acquisition Program. The vote authorizes county staff to negotiate terms for purchase. Any negotiated terms will come back before the board for consideration. The parcels are recommended for acquisition by the Conservation 20/20 Land Acquisition and […] The post Lee Commission votes to pursue purchase of six parcels for Conservation 20/20 first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Compromise: a political rarity
You just don’t see it much anymore, the willingness to accept half a loaf. Compromise seems all but dead in America and certainly in Florida, where the one-party system is well entrenched. At the federal level, the take-it-or-leave-it Biden administration has been telling congress for months that $61 billion, not a penny less, must be approved for Ukraine. Otherwise Russia […] The post Compromise: a political rarity first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Letters
Dear Readers, I thank you deeply for your letters — of any opinion or persuasion — especially those delivered without name-calling or invective. Here are some recent ones, abridged only for length. I look forward to hearing from you again. — Roger Williams Re: “Test Them,” April 3 FROM: Louise Foley Hello, Mr. Williams, I just read your commentary in […] The post Letters first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
It’s breeding season for pythons
A team of UF/IFAS and USGS scientists are on the search for pythons, employing new tactics and equipment in the next phase of a large-scale python telemetry scout project launched last year. The goal of the project is to study Burmese python biology and movement patterns as they leverage state-of-the-art radio telemetry technology during the species’ mating and breeding season […] The post It’s breeding season for pythons first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Florida’s HIDDEN RICHES
An unexpected windfall could be waiting for you, courtesy of the state of Florida. It may be money, or it could be gold but it’s waiting to be claimed by its owner. We even uncovered cash that most likely belongs to former President Donald Trump and Gov. Ron DeSantis. The state is not suddenly exhibiting a new-found sense of generosity. […] The post Florida’s HIDDEN RICHES first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA TOURISM BOOST
A local chamber official next month becomes chair of Visit Florida, the state’s marketing arm, bringing extra attention to tourism businesses in Southwest Florida. John Lai, president and CEO of the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Chamber of Commerce (SanCap), has been on the Visit Florida board since 2018, currently serving as vice chair. “I joined Visit Florida because local tourism […] The post SOUTHWEST FLORIDA TOURISM BOOST first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Counting birds for a cause
Whether you’re a bird lover or a fledgling bird enthusiast, Audubon Florida has an opportunity for you to look and learn more about some of the more than 500 species of birds that live here fulltime or move through with the seasons. From April 20 through 26, partake in the 2024 Audubon Florida Birdathon from anywhere in the state. Just […] The post Counting birds for a cause first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Southwest Florida showed tons of heart
Organizers say the Southwest Florida Heart Ball will make a big difference in fighting heart disease in our community. The event brought in more than $700,000 and was the most successful since 2020. This year’s campaign was chaired by Dr. Iahn Gonsenhauser, chief medical officer at Lee Health. “The support for this year’s Heart Ball was incredible, and I’m grateful […] The post Southwest Florida showed tons of heart first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
Breaking the barriers
Mental health challenges do not discriminate — any individual could be impacted by the effects, whether they are experiencing problems themselves or know a family member or friend who is. The same goes for accessibility. Any individual could face hardships that limit the accessibility of mental health care. Specifically, for the BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) community, certain […] The post Breaking the barriers first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
What’s happening with Lake Okeechobee?
Spring is a time of change, as birds begin their migrations and estuarine species start their spawn. Important changes also happen in the Caloosahatchee River and Estuary as waters begin to warm and the wet season looms on the horizon. In Southwest Florida, seasonal water quality is strongly tied to the health and management of Lake Okeechobee, which was artificially […] The post What’s happening with Lake Okeechobee? first appeared on Bonita Springs Florida Weekly.
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