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The headlines
There’s a lot of unnecessary complaining nowadays about “the media,” about misrepresentations and non-creditable information, about the decline of American society as traditional reporting on local issues, local leaders, local events and local conditions disappears with disappearing community newspapers. But none of it need be true, even though traditional community newspapers printed in ink or delivered in digital formats, either […] The post The headlines first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Blueberry blast
Blueberry Bunch Farms is ready for a “berry” fun picking season. The farm is filled with blueberries, ripe and ready to pick. “We are so excited for another blueberry season of picking. We added an extra hour this year for everyone,” said Kristian Velasco. The U-Pick Blueberry Bunch Farm is Florida’s southernmost blueberry farm. It’s located in LaBelle, which is […] The post Blueberry blast first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Struggle to SURVIVE
The gentle manatee is continuing to navigate rough waters in the sea mammals’ struggle to survive and thrive. While the situation has improved for the threatened animal since the horrific die-off of 1,100 manatees in 2021, the population is far from stable. In 2022, deaths dropped to 800, while 555 deaths were recorded in 2023. So far in the first […] The post Struggle to SURVIVE first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Tax collector’s office moving locations in Lehigh Acres
A new state-of-the-art facility will greet people when they need to renew drivers’ licenses, make tax payments or register vehicles. The Lee County Tax Collector will move to a new office at 600 Homestead Road South in Lehigh Acres. The new location will open on Tuesday, March 19. Its 9,640-square-foot office is designed to be more efficient and comfortable for […] The post Tax collector’s office moving locations in Lehigh Acres first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Deadline approaches for scholarships
Students interested in saving the environment can apply for more than $25,000 in scholarship money from the “Ding” Darling Wildlife Society-Friends of the Refuge. The deadline for the application is Sunday, March 31. There are 13 scholarships available for environmental studies students. The prizes range from $1,000 to $5,000 each. They’re available to high school seniors, college students and graduate […] The post Deadline approaches for scholarships first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
‘Be my Neighbor Day’ a hit with kids
Some kids met their hero Daniel Tiger on the FGCU campus. On a recent Saturday, WGCU held its annual party with PBS called “Be my Neighbor Day.” About 400 people turned out. Areas of the Myra Janco Daniels Public Media Center were divided into “neighborhoods” with themes around art and education, science and the environment and community helpers like public […] The post ‘Be my Neighbor Day’ a hit with kids first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Life-changing construction
The Dillards will get a new home thanks to partnerships between nonprofit Lee BIA Builders Care, local construction company Stevens Construction and a variety of community leaders. Myrtle Dillard is a longtime Fort Myers resident who has lived in her home for 33 years. Originally built in 1927, the 958-square-foot, two-bedroom, one-bathroom dwelling had fallen into a state of disrepair. […] The post Life-changing construction first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Surprising beach find
Beachcombing is a fun way to spend time on our local shorelines. While most people are interested in unusual shells or intact sand dollars, other fascinating organisms will wash up in the wrack line as well. The wrack line is the high tide line where waves wash up and deposit debris. One of my favorites is the unassuming but surprisingly […] The post Surprising beach find first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Amazing auctioneer
Scott Robertson of Champion Fundraising Auctions (CFA) has achieved an extraordinary milestone by helping raise over $500 million for numerous charitable organizations nationwide. This accomplishment makes him among the few fundraising auctioneers to reach such heights. Robertson’s dedication to charitable auctions spans nearly three decades, where he has immersed himself in mastering the craft. Describing himself as a constant learner, […] The post Amazing auctioneer first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Citizens Insurance changes head to Gov. DeSantis
Continuing efforts to shrink the state’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp., the Florida House gave final approval to a bill that could lead to at least some second homes moving from Citizens into the private insurance market. The House unanimously passed the bill (HB 1503), which was approved by the Senate on Wednesday. It is ready to go to Gov. Ron […] The post Citizens Insurance changes head to Gov. DeSantis first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Those doggone oldies
One of the unfortunate aspects of climate change is the loss of countless little icebergs, the unhallowed chunks just big enough for a seal or two or a polar bear, or an ancient Inuit to stretch out on and float away into the great gray ether of sea and sky, never to be seen again. That was once the native […] The post Those doggone oldies first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Grand reopening
Get ready to “shell-ebrate!” The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum and Aquarium of Sanibel-Captiva Island has partially reopened after extensive damage from Hurricane Ian. “We suffered a great deal of damage. We had about five and half feet of flooding from the surge and destruction to the roof, floors and electrical. Our shells made it out OK, but we lost about […] The post Grand reopening first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
FLORIDA’S FLAMINGOS
If the biblical character Lazarus were an American flamingo, Floridians might soon be able to claim this winged creature has risen from the dead, at least here in the nation’s unique subtropical peninsula where the bygone bird once thrived among millions of wading birds — a lightweight avian confection of long legs and long neck, resplendent in luminous pink feathers, […] The post FLORIDA’S FLAMINGOS first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Saving snakes
A non-native lung parasite has reportedly spread across 25 counties in Florida, posing a threat to native snakes and other wildlife. The University of Florida Invasion Science Research Institute (ISRI) has unveiled a new website to strengthen the efforts of a coalition known as Snake Lungworm Alliance & Monitoring, or SLAM. Here, researchers from partnering universities, land managers, local government […] The post Saving snakes first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Innovators honored in new downtown attraction
The downtown Fort Myers riverfront will soon be dedicated to people honored for their ideas. The Fort Myers Walk of Innovation will create an interactive sidewalk in Centennial Park. In the same spirit of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford sparking the genesis of innovation in Fort Myers, the Innovation Walk will reignite their legacy of human genius, melding the past […] The post Innovators honored in new downtown attraction first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Walk, Wiggle, Wag and Run
Go for a run and support the Cape Coral Animal Shelter as you mingle with both two-legged and four-legged friends. On Saturday, March 23, the shelter will host a 5K run, walk and family fun event. Runners and walkers are encouraged to bring their pets to the festivities. The event is happening at the shelter which is located at 325 […] The post Walk, Wiggle, Wag and Run first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Mural to brighten downtown Fort Myers
Color will cover a new development in downtown when a renowned artist transforms the building with a mosaic mural. Fort Myers resident David Acevedo has been selected by the Zimmer Development Company as the creator of the image for their mural project. The company commissioned Acevedo to create a piece exclusively for the project, which is expected to be unveiled […] The post Mural to brighten downtown Fort Myers first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Golf tournament funds FGCU scholarship
The 27th annual Paul Sands Memorial Slaw Dog invitational golf tournament and major sponsor Rockstar Harley-Davidson donated $35,000 for the Paul Sands Memorial – REIS Scholarship program at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU). The program funds scholarships for outstanding students pursuing degrees in real estate, finance, engineering and construction management. The presentation took place at the Real Estate Investment Society […] The post Golf tournament funds FGCU scholarship first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Golf tournament supports kids in need
Take a swing at helping children attending The Heights Center Early Learning program. The Craig Scott Memorial Golf Tournament, “Tee it up FORE Kids,” will take place Friday, April 12, at the Shell Point Golf Club. The tournament honors Scott, a longtime board member and supporter of Heights Early Learning (formerly GLAD Kids). The event’s proceeds benefit The Heights Center […] The post Golf tournament supports kids in need first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Tread lightly
In any wild tangle of Florida swamp or marsh you can see the once upon a time, a confit landscape slow-cooked in its own fat juices over a century, a millennium, an era or an epoch of geologic time. Or you can see a way to survive and profit. Maybe both. On the Orange River in east Lee County, once […] The post Tread lightly first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
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