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Fawcett Hospital nears completion of $60M expansion
HCA Florida Fawcett Hospital is nearing completion of phase one in its $60 million expansion and renovation project that will increase the hospital’s capacity and broaden its offerings. Opening next month, the project includes expanding critical care capacity by 12 patient rooms — 31 total — increasing the number of pre-operative treatment areas from 14 to 43 bays, renovating the […] The post Fawcett Hospital nears completion of $60M expansion first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
St. Vincent de Paul receives $8K grant from home tour
St. Vincent de Paul – Sacred Heart Conference in Punta Gorda announced that it has been awarded a generous $8,000 grant from Beyond Ourselves, For the Love of Kids Home Tour. This grant will be instrumental in supporting the organization’s mission to provide essential resources and assistance to children in need within the community. The grant was presented to St. […] The post St. Vincent de Paul receives $8K grant from home tour first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
What do you know about malaria?
Malaria is caused by a single-celled parasite of the genus Plasmodium. The parasite is transmitted to humans most commonly through mosquito bites. The malaria parasites enter the bloodstream and travel to the liver. When the parasites mature, they leave the liver and infect red blood cells. This is when people typically develop malaria symptoms. Because the parasites that cause malaria […] The post What do you know about malaria? first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Does your cat hurt?
Veterinary professionals and cat lovers came together earlier this month at the EveryCat Health Foundation/North Carolina State University Feline Pain Symposium to learn about the latest in recognizing, managing and preventing pain in cats. Cats need all the help they can get when it comes to recognizing pain, awareness of potential sources of pain, handling to prevent or reduce pain […] The post Does your cat hurt? first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Pets of the WEEK
To adopt or foster a pet EARS is open from 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday at 500 N. Indiana Ave., Englewood. See www.earsanimalrescue.com or call 941-681-3877 for the shelter, or 941-460-6757 for the thrift store. All donations go to help the EARS animals. Volunteers and donations are always needed. To adopt or foster a pet These pets are available for […] The post Pets of the WEEK first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Florida’s best eating fish — and a favorite recipe
Note: Capt. Kirk is on leave for a while. In the meantime, enjoy a version of this classic from our archives. Grouper is a sweet, firm and flaky fish. Many Florida restaurants used to feature grouper as a signature dish. Because of its high demand, the National Marine Fisheries Service initiated a fishing ban on certain grouper. Some opponents to […] The post Florida’s best eating fish — and a favorite recipe first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Community In The Know
Food donations needed at The Salvation Army Due to a contaminated food donation, the volunteers at the local branch of The Salvation Army had to dispose of most of the organization’s pantry donations. The Salvation Army is in dire need of dry food donations such as cereal, rice and pasta. The increase in the price of food is resulting in […] The post Community In The Know first appeared on Charlotte County 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 […] The post Letters first appeared on Charlotte County 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 Charlotte County 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 Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA TOURISM BOOST
An area 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 Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
A veteran, a dog, and another chance at life
Veteran George Babineau sat at a picnic bench at the VOA Veterans’ Village with his service dog, Remy, at his side, watching the buzz of activity by what seemed like an army of orange-shirted volunteers working to renovate the grounds. Behind him was a hand-lettered sign hanging on a chain link fence with the words “Remy’s Hugging Station.” Babineau has […] The post A veteran, a dog, and another chance at life first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
New hope for pancreatic cancer patients
Many people do not equate pancreatic cancer with a lot of hope because this type of cancer is often detected late and spreads rapidly, which results in a poor prognosis. But, Mark Bloomston, M.D., FACS, surgical oncologist and medical director of the Florida Center for Pancreatic Diseases, says there is new hope for pancreatic cancer patients. “There are cures for […] The post New hope for pancreatic cancer patients first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Pets of the WEEK
EARS is open from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Tuesday Saturday at 500 N. Indiana Ave., Englewood. See www.earsanimalrescue.com or call 941-681- 3877 for the shelter, or 941-460-6757 for the thrift store. All donations go to help the EARS animals. Volunteers and donations are always needed. These pets are available for adoption at the Suncoast Humane Society, 6781 San Casa Drive, Englewood. […] The post Pets of the WEEK first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Tick Off
If you’re anything like me, the thought of removing a tick from your dog or cat is high-key alarming. But not removing it puts your pet at risk for Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and other tick-borne diseases. Never fear. Parasitologist Kathryn Reif, MSPH, Ph.D., associate professor at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine, is here to offer tips […] The post Tick Off first appeared on Charlotte County 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 Charlotte County 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 Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
The Long Generation
We spend a lot of time as Americans thinking about generations — which one we’re from and what that means for us. But as thoughtful people have been pointing out for hundreds of years, comparisons are odious. We can’t live up to or down from a previous generation because the challenges, the circumstances, the tools and the opportunities aren’t the […] The post The Long Generation first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Veterans’ Village in Punta Gorda gets makeover from volunteers
The VOA Veterans’ Village in Punta Gorda has a fresh new look these days — after a major spruce-up for the facility that helps veterans who were homeless or near homelessness on their journey to healing, self-sufficiency and a place of their own. More than 400 volunteers descended on the village, run by the Volunteers of America of Florida (VOA), […] The post Veterans’ Village in Punta Gorda gets makeover from volunteers first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Baby Boomer Sex
Used to be, old people sat on porches, it was harder to get old, anyway. If they did back manage when to reach old age, they frequently lived in the homes of their children, where privacy may have been defined differently than it is these days. For roughly 350 years in America, ever since the Puritans arrived with their notions of […] The post Baby Boomer Sex first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
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