By: Katie Heck The battle is on! On September 10, firefighters from across Southwest Florida will have their heads shaved by Golisano Children’s Hospital patients battling cancer, all while engaging in a friendly competition to see who can raise the most funds for the cause. Support the Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District’s fundraising […]
By: Major Brenda Lane We at The Salvation Army Lehigh Service Center are concerned for the older population and families with young children in our community. We all know how terribly hot it is during these months. There are many of those we mentioned, living without Air Conditioning. The extreme heat that we experience here […]
By: Katie Heck It’s still hot! Even as we begin the school year it’s important to keep heat-related illnesses in mind. Heat-related illnesses happen when the body is not able to properly cool itself. This can cause damage to the brain and other vital organs. The CDC breaks down tips for preventing heat-related illness into […]
By: Sheriff Carmine Marceno Regrettably, the United States and nearby nations are struggling with catastrophic fires, earthquakes, and illness. Twelve U.S. states are battling 104 large fires that have already burned 2.4 million acres. A 7.2 magnitude earthquake has taken the lives of thousands of our neighbors in Haiti and well over one million island residents […]
By: Peter Servente Here at East Lee County News, we aim to funnel the best resources your way in efforts to combat COVID-19. From Lee Health: It is important to note that when trying to get a COVID test, do NOT VISIT THE EMERGENCY ROOM. This will only result in you being redirected to a […]
By: Liz Paul Please join us on Thursday, September 2nd at 11:30 am when our program will feature Angela Katz, Director of Development and Communications for the Lee Association Remarkable Citizens (LARC). Established in 1954, LARC is a training center for success for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Continental Women’s Club meetings are held […]
By: Amanda Mitrani Southwest Florida has become a new home base for Comic Cons and conventions in general. With conventions like SW Florida Con, Space Con, and Caloosa Con breathing a new life into Fort Myers, communities of “nerdy fandoms” like sci-fi, anime, and superheroes have rejoiced in these new opportunities to connect with people […]
Yoga classes for seniors, children, teenagers, and Stand-Up Paddle Board are offered in addition to traditional yoga classes at the studio that opened in May Fort Myers, Fla. (July 26, 2021) – Recognizing the healing she experienced from yoga for her own trauma, Lindsay Smith has opened Vibe Yoga at 13461 Parker Commons Blvd., Fort […]
FORT MYERS, Fla. (July 19, 2021) – The Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce’s monthly luncheon on Wednesday, Aug. 18 will explore the unique ways companies are helping their communities in Southwest Florida. Attendees of the Chamber luncheon will hear from a dynamic panel of local business professionals, who have implemented creative ways to serve […]
Download the free festival app for tickets LEE COUNTY, Fla. – Island Hopper Songwriter Fest kicks off its seventh year with an impressive lineup of talented singer-songwriters including Jimmie Allen and Michael Ray. Allen, who won this year’s Academy of Country Music Award for New Male Artist of the Year, will perform at the highly anticipated pool […]
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