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Englewood Hospital announces recipients of Awards of Distinction
HCA Florida Englewood Hospital announced its recipients of the prestigious HCA Healthcare Awards of Distinction. The awards are the highest honors HCA Florida Englewood Hospital bestows upon employees, physicians and volunteers. Englewood Hospital is proud to recognize the exceptional work and dedication of these colleagues. HCA Florida Englewood Hospital’s recipients of the hospital-level HCA Healthcare Awards of Distinction are: • […] The post Englewood Hospital announces recipients of Awards of Distinction 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 adoption […] The post Pets of the Week first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Manage chronic pain through Lee Health virtual program
Would you like to learn how to better manage chronic pain conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, back pain, headaches and more? Lee Health’s “It’s All About You,” Chronic Pain Self-Management Program, a Self-Management Resource Program, offers a research-based Chronic Pain Self-Management program for the community. The workshop is free and meets weekly for six weeks. The information presented in the […] The post Manage chronic pain through Lee Health virtual program first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Paying high school athletes
The Florida High School Athletic Association opened the door for student athletes to earn money from business agreements such as endorsement deals, with the organization’s president calling the move a “good starting point.” The FHSAA’s board of directors voted unanimously to approve a seismic change in the organization’s bylaws. The change allows athletes to be compensated for their name, image […] The post Paying high school athletes first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
IMAG offers free admission to military members and families
The IMAG History & Science Center has joined museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums Summer Program, which provides free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families this summer. The program runs through Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 2. A list of museums is available online at arts.gov/bluestarmuseums. Blue Star Museums is an initiative of the National Endowment for the […] The post IMAG offers free admission to military members and families first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Community In The Know
Military museum hosts Fourth of July festival The Military Heritage Museum, 900 W. Marion Ave., Punta Gorda, is sponsoring a full day of fun activities for the whole family, celebrating and remembering our patriotic heritage. From 10:30 to 11 a.m. in the Gulf Theater is a live presentation of “The Story of our Flag” by the Punta Gorda Elkettes #2606, […] The post Community In The Know first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Letter to my children
Recently, something put me in mind of what I should leave my three children. You may have considered what to leave your children, too. If not, I encourage you either never to consider the matter, or to consider it now, while you can still read Florida Weekly and demonstrate a respectable level of acumen. I quickly made a list. It […] The post Letter to my children first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Disabled vet to receive specially outfitted home
Brandon Rethmel was only a high school student when 9/11 occurred —and he and other U.S. citizens realized their country was no longer safe from a terrorist attack occurring within its borders. His school was just 30 minutes from the Pentagon at the time, and Rethmel knew several classmates who had lost one or both parents when the plane hit […] The post Disabled vet to receive specially outfitted home first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Hope For Hatchlings
Sea turtle nesting season is in full swing, and as it enters its peak in June and July, enthusiasts, environmentalists and scientists are eagerly awaiting the 2024 season’s numbers. Last year, turtle watchers were thrilled at the record total of 212,195 nests laid by the three main species that nest on Florida shores: loggerhead, green and leatherback turtles. Loggerhead and […] The post Hope For Hatchlings first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Charlotte County
ART & MUSEUMS The Charlotte Players 941-625-4175, charlotteplayers.org Established in 1961, this community theater company has produced over 300 theatrical productions, offered acting classes and run a children’s summer program. It also partners with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library to distribute free books to preschoolers. Gulf Theater & Military Heritage Museum 941-575-9002, gulftheater.org, militaryheritagemuseum.org The Militar y Heritage Museum, chaired […] The post Charlotte County first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Charlotte County
ART & MUSEUMS The Charlotte Players 941-625-4175, charlotteplayers.org Established in 1961, this community theater company has produced over 300 theatrical productions, offered acting classes and run a children’s summer program. It also partners with the Dolly Parton Imagination Library to distribute free books to preschoolers. Gulf Theater & Military Heritage Museum 941-575-9002, gulftheater.org, militaryheritagemuseum.org The Militar y Heritage Museum, chaired […] The post Charlotte County first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
A new reason to appreciate alligators
The American alligator, the official state reptile of Florida, conjures both fear and admiration. However, it is also being celebrated for its critical role in the ecosystem. These majestic creatures, often misunderstood as aggressive man-eaters, are crucial indicators of environmental health, particularly regarding Everglades restoration. “The reasons to fear alligators are unfounded, as they are not aggressive beasts, although as […] The post A new reason to appreciate alligators first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Boats and bolts: protecting you and your vessel from lightning
Capt. Kirk is on leave for a while. In the meantime, enjoy a version of this classic from our archives. With the storms of summer sure to come and locals having more free time to go out in their boats, there is one element of danger you need to consider: lightning. Many people think that if you’re not right under […] The post Boats and bolts: protecting you and your vessel from lightning 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.
Planning for your future: assess the costs of long-term care
As each day passes, more and more baby boomers are crossing the threshold into retirement. After leaving the workplace, many retirees enjoy traveling and catching up on time with their families and friends. After a few years, though, many retirees begin to experience struggles with their health or self-care. This could prompt them to require health services, specifically through long-term […] The post Planning for your future: assess the costs of long-term care first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Plant the right tree in the right place
You can plant the right tree in the right place in cities and suburbs with help from a newly relaunched website from University of Florida scientists. See the website at floridatrees.ifas.ufl.edu/FloridaTrees. If “right tree, right place” sounds similar to the Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ principle of “right plant, right place,” it’s no coincidence. “By planting species that are more suitable for a […] The post Plant the right tree in the right place first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
A Fishing Tale
Even the great Russian writers talked about fishing. Take Leo Tolstoy. Although fishing is arguably about peace (so is war, which doesn’t make it defensible), he didn’t do it in “War and Peace,” but instead in the novel “Anna Karenina.” There, he said about one of his characters, “He liked fishing, and seemed to take pride in being able to […] The post A Fishing Tale first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Two new resorts, in Charlotte and Lee counties, make the grade
It feels as though they’ve descended to rescue the spirit and economy of the hurricane impacted Charlotte and Lee counties. One arrived with the charm of a celebrated minstrel, the other through the initiative of an airline. Fortunately, both have vast resources, which proved essential as the opening of Margaritaville Resort Fort Myers Beach and Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor encountered […] The post Two new resorts, in Charlotte and Lee counties, make the grade first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Discover South Florida
Staycations offer the perfect blend of convenience and luxury, especially in the off-season when the crowds have thinned out, and residents and visitors can truly indulge in the pleasures of South Florida. Instead of dealing with the hassles of air travel — long lines, cramped seats and the stress of navigating through airports — just load up your car and […] The post Discover South Florida first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
Dementia caregivers have unique challenges during hurricane season
With hurricane season once again approaching, it’s vital that each of us has a plan. However, for the residents living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers, things are a little more complicated. Increased anxiety, agitation and the risk of wandering are very real challenges that have to be addressed by caregivers. I watched my mother and grandmother decline due to this […] The post Dementia caregivers have unique challenges during hurricane season first appeared on Charlotte County Florida Weekly.
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