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A developer fires back
Joe Cameratta believes he and his Kingston development project are being victimized and vilified by the public — and he’s not shy about saying so. And all he and his development company, CAM7-Sub, LLC/Cameratta Companies LLC of Estero, were doing was following the rules of the state DEP wetlands permitting process, he said. Cameratta, who feels he is being treated […] The post A developer fires back first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
A day on the farm
A farm in North Fort Myers may look like a typical piece of land in the country, but workers there are learning how to feed the world. Now, ECHO is inviting people in Southwest Florida to come get their hands in the dirt for the annual Global Food and Farm Festival happening March 16-22. “ECHO has been around more than […] The post A day on the farm first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
To PROTECT and PRESERVE?
Development projects throughout Florida are stopped in their tracks — and it’s all because of recent federal ruling concerning permitting of construction in environmentally sensitive wetlands. The ruling, in response to a federal lawsuit, said permitting for those projects must come from the Army Corp of Engineers, not the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The U.S. District Court in Washington, […] The post To PROTECT and PRESERVE? first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Gambling money closer to helping the environment
Legislative leaders have agreed to use hundreds of millions of dollars in gambling money to help pay for further expansion of a state wildlife corridor and other environmental projects. The Senate Fiscal Policy Committee and the House Infrastructure Strategies Committee approved identical bills (SB 1638 and HB 1417) that, in part, would provide $100 million a year for the wildlife […] The post Gambling money closer to helping the environment first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Meet the Youth of the Year
Boys & Girls Clubs of Lee County honored Kaliyah Stephens, an eighth grader at Crestwell School in Fort Myers, as its 2024 Youth of the Year. The award recognizes one local club member who exemplifies the virtues of good character, academic excellence, community service and strong leadership. A club member since 2022, Kaliyah was among four finalists vying for Youth […] The post Meet the Youth of the Year first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Heart sculptures auctioned for affordable housing
Heart sculptures that popped up around Sanibel and Fort Myers were more than just impressive works of art. They helped address affordable housing in the community. In fall of 2023, the Give Your Heart to CHR (Community Housing and Resources) campaign set up the heart sculptures created by local artists. Recently, those sculpture were auctioned off at a gala held […] The post Heart sculptures auctioned for affordable housing first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Keep your information safe
After successfully shredding more than 8,200 pounds of confidential documents for community members last fall, Lee County Clerk Kevin Karnes is hosting another free shredding event. The second Big Shred will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 9, at the John E. Manning Government Complex, located at 1039 SE 9th Place in Cape Coral. The Lee […] The post Keep your information safe first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Scholarships help keep nurses in Lee County
Lee Health hopes more nursing students who graduate from Florida Gulf Coast University live and work in Southwest Florida. Lee Health has implemented the new Lee Health Florida Gulf Coast University Nursing Scholarship Program. The health system has accepted the first of 21 students. Scholarship recipients will apply to a Lee Health Nurse Residency program before their final semester and […] The post Scholarships help keep nurses in Lee County first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Valerie’s House gets forever home
Valerie’s House will celebrate the grand opening of its new Family is Forever home Thursday, March 14, with a ribbon-cutting and tours of the new facility at 3551 Shoemaker Lane, now known as 3551 Valerie’s House Way, in Fort Myers. The ribbon-cutting ceremony will begin at 4:30 p.m. Fort Myers Mayor Kevin Anderson, Fort Myers City Council and Greater Fort […] The post Valerie’s House gets forever home first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Future of RSW flying high
Expect big changes in the coming years at Southwest Florida International Airport. That was the message from Lee County Port Authority (LCPA) outgoing executive director and CEO Benjamin R. Siegel. He revealed airport improvements through 2028 and beyond at the Feb. 21 SanCap Chamber monthly business luncheon. Having passed the 10 million-passenger milestone and scored the busiest December in airport […] The post Future of RSW flying high first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Good fathers and sons
According to the United States Census Bureau, 49.2% of nearly 23 million resident Floridians are men. Florida men. That means about 11,270,000 C-Yers — the chromosome Y crowd — have been tagged with the title, “Florida Man.” You probably know what that popularization means, but if not, let me share some past headlines. “Florida man gets tired of waiting at […] The post Good fathers and sons first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Fort Myers stars in Food Network finale
If you tune into the popular Food Network’s television show, “The Great Food Truck Race,” you might see some familiar faces in the future. “The Great Food Truck Race” filmed on the streets of downtown Fort Myers last week. The hit television series drew a crowd as they shot the finale episode for season 17. “Let’s get rolling, Fort Myers,” […] The post Fort Myers stars in Food Network finale first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
CONCIERGE DOCTORS
Concierge doctors used to be a luxury for the ultra-rich. Now it’s become a commonly seen way of health care. More and more doctors are switching to this type of medicine, giving some people a more personalized experience while sending others scurrying to find a new physician. Patients pay a yearly fee ranging from $1,500 to $20,000 a year. In […] The post CONCIERGE DOCTORS first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Play Ball! Minnesota Twins
The Post-Season losing streak is over. That might be the headline from the 2023 season for the Minnesota Twins. They lost an improbable 18 consecutive post-season games from 2004 to 2020. It was the longest such streak in the history of the four major North American professional sports leagues. Finally, in Game 1 of the 2023 American League Wild Card […] The post Play Ball! Minnesota Twins first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Play Ball! Tampa Bay Rays
Maybe there’s something unlucky about starting a season 13-0. That’s what the Tampa Bay Rays did in 2023. They looked for a while as if they’d cruise deep into October. That did not happen. They became only the third big-league team since 1900 to start 13-0, joining the 1982 Atlanta Braves and 1987 Milwaukee Brewers. Not one of those teams […] The post Play Ball! Tampa Bay Rays first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Play Ball! Boston Red Sox
Sure, Boston Red Sox fans are disappointed. Their team has finished last in the American League East the past two seasons and three of the past four. But at least the Red Sox are consistent. Got to give them that. They were 78-84 each of the past two seasons. The Red Sox were 39-42 on the road last year and […] The post Play Ball! Boston Red Sox first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Register soon for summer camps
Time is approaching to sign up for Lee County’s popular summer camps. Lee County Parks & Recreation Summer Camp registration opens at 7 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 26. Registration is expected to draw thousands of youngsters to programs, outings and activities at the department’s traditional camps, middle school camps and specialty camps. Traditional camps are for children who have completed […] The post Register soon for summer camps first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Blessing in a Backpack raises $150,000
An organization that feeds children throughout Southwest Florida recently held its first-ever “Get Fed Up” fundraiser. Earlier this month, Blessings in a Backpack of Southwest Florida celebrated 10 years of service at the event. Supporters helped exceed expectations by raising more than $150,000. Organization leaders say the overwhelming generosity displayed by attendees underscores the unwavering commitment to combat childhood hunger […] The post Blessing in a Backpack raises $150,000 first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
New signs of recovery: two Sanibel complexes open to guests
Two Sanibel condo complexes celebrated their reopening and recovery from Hurricane Ian. The SanCap Chamber joined the businesses for a ribbon-cutting event to mark the occasion. Loggerhead Cay at 979 E. Gulf Drive, and Sandpiper Beach at 1919 Olde Middle Gulf Drive held the ceremony earlier this month. “As our traditional season comes into full swing, we are seeing more […] The post New signs of recovery: two Sanibel complexes open to guests first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
From birds to bees, new program lets families explore
Get a new look at nature when Wonder Garden launches a new monthly family program at their Bonita Springs attraction. Starting on Sunday, Feb. 25, the Wild World of Wonders Family Club will offer different topics on wildlife and the environment. The activities take place on the fourth Sunday of each month from 9:30 to 11 a.m. are designed for […] The post From birds to bees, new program lets families explore first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
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