By: Betsy Clayton Lee County Solid Waste has launched its “Take Charge” campaign to educate residents and visitors on proper battery disposal. Residents are reminded not to place any batteries in their recycling carts. Household alkaline batteries, AA, AAA, C, D, 9-volt and button batteries can be disposed of in your regular garbage can. Any […]
By: Mike Welch This month I offer for your review a press release sent out by Lee County Solid Waste regarding the proper disposal of hazardous items that businesses and residents need to consider. While I applaud Solid Waste the Chamber has been communicating with this department and with our County Commissioners that they must […]
By: Liz Paul Obesity is a very common problem in pets and can lead to many health problems. A whopping 56% of cats and 60% of dogs in North America are classified as overweight or obese. That’s more than 80 million pets at greater risk of serious health issues. However, only 10% of pet owners […]
Submitted By: The Craftie Ladies of St. John XXIII Catholic Church Mark your calendars for The Craftie Ladies Fall Craft Sale! If you’ve been to one of our fairs before, you know we have a large variety of top quality, homemade items for sale, such as quilts, table runners, jewelry, rosaries, hand-knitted and crocheted items, […]
Submitted By: Bette Abbott The Animal Refuge Center (ARC) is delighted to announce its 29th Annual Starlight Auction at the exquisite Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa is set to take place on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. This event promises to be an unforgettable evening of art and philanthropy, with Myra Robert’s […]
By: Claudia Beyers Fort Myers is home to a hidden gem that has been enchanting residents and nurturing young talent for over 20 years: Gulfshore Ballet. This institution embodies the true spirit of the arts, enriching the lives of students and fostering the love for ballet. Gulfshore Ballet, our very own not for profit ballet […]
Submitted By: Rob Spicker The School District of Lee County is proud to announce three high schools and one middle school have been selected as a 2023 Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion School. North Fort Myers High School was awarded its second national banner, while Cape Coral High School, Lehigh Senior High School and […]
By: Butch Swank I received the information below from John Talmage, head of the Lee County Economic Development office. Our Southwest Florida Business Alliance had a luncheon recently, and John was our keynote speaker. He went into great detail about the abundance of development, and literally, the seventy business owners and managers at the luncheon […]
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