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COOL SCHOOLS
The latest and greatest has been put into the area’s newest schools. From a campus-like design, to partnerships with a top university, to technology for the future, these schools are embracing elements from teacher and student wish lists. Aubrey Rogers High School in Collier County is the newest school, opening just this school year. It was designed more like a […] The post COOL SCHOOLS first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Vaccine clinics offered for pets
Lee County Domestic Animal Services will host vaccine clinics throughout the county. Residents will be able to have their dogs vaccinated for rabies and distemper/ parvo. Cats can be vaccinated for rabies and feline panleukopenia. Microchipping also will be available. ¦ Jan. 11 – North Fort Myers Recreation Center, 2000 Recreation Way ¦ Feb. 8 – Bonita Springs Library, 10560 […] The post Vaccine clinics offered for pets first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
New and vintage vehicles shine in upcoming show
More than 300 cars and trucks will dazzle when Avow and West Coast Muscle Car Club host the 20th annual West Coast Muscle Car Club Car and Truck Show. The show takes place on Saturday, Jan. 27, at North Collier Regional Park. The day promises to be packed with new and vintage cars on display, plus a variety of vendors […] The post New and vintage vehicles shine in upcoming show first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
What’s your dog IQ?
1. What’s the largest litter of puppies ever born to a domestic dog? a. 17 b. 24 c. 19 d. 12 2. A dog whose coat is any color or pattern plus white spotting is said to b‹e what? a. Irish spotted b. Bicolor c. Flashy d. Tuxedo 3. True or false: Dogs with droopy ears have more ear infections […] The post What’s your dog IQ? first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
New laws in the new year
Several changes in state laws will take hold as 2024 begins, from an expansion of the state’s “move over” traffic law to stricter rules involving investments in Iran. Lawmakers during the 2023 regular legislative session and during special sessions approved five laws that will take effect in January. But the arrival of 2024 also will bring other changes, from new […] The post New laws in the new year first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
The stars
I now own a telescope so potent you can see a pimple on the nose of the manin the-moon. It’s a gift from my youngest son, Nash. People usually point telescopes at the night sky. Then they offer a few breathtaking exclamations and even quantify an object by distance, size and age. After that, they tend to leave it be. […] The post The stars first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
ROAD RAGE
They punch. They kick. They pull hair. Sometimes they spit. It sounds like tactics combatants would use in the ring when squaring off in a no-holds barred World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) bout. But these are everyday people — maybe someone who lives in your own neighborhood — who have been caught up in an episode of road rage. Even worse, […] The post ROAD RAGE first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Pets of the WEEK
These pets are available for adoption from the Lee County Domestic Animal Services. Hours are 10:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Monday Saturday. 600 Banner Dr., Fort Myers; 239-533-7387; www.leelostpets.com. *** These pets are available for adoption from the Cape Coral Animal Shelter. Shelter hours vary. 325 SW 2nd Ave., Cape Coral; 239-573-2002; www.capecoralanimalshelter.com. ¦ The post Pets of the WEEK first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
New Year’s Eve fireworks return to Fort Myers Beach
Fort Myers Beach will once again host a firework display on New Year’s Eve. This year promises to be bigger and better thanks to generous donations. The fireworks will start at midnight from a barge in the Gulf. Traffic is expected to be heavy on Estero Island. Visitors should consider using public transportation options offered by LeeTran. Important note: The […] The post New Year’s Eve fireworks return to Fort Myers Beach first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
Junior Olympics event on tap
The Kiwanis of Greater Pine Island and Lee County Parks & Recreation will host the annual Junior Olympics event at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 20, at Philips Community Park in Bokeelia. This free event is for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. It includes the long jump, 50-yard dash, 400 meters, softball throw and frisbee toss. Trophies will be given […] The post Junior Olympics event on tap first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
‘No spend January’: A challenge to save money
Have you heard of “No Spend January?” It’s simply a challenge where you only spend money on essentials, such as housing, groceries, car payments and so on. The nonessentials, such as getting your nails done, ordering a latte and going out to eat are all things you would skip. After all the consumerism in December, “No Spend January” is a […] The post ‘No spend January’: A challenge to save money first appeared on Fort Myers Florida Weekly.
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