Two events at Lexington Country Club in February raised $117,000 for Barbara’s Friends – Golisano Children’s Hospital’s cancer fund through the Lee Health Foundation. More than 150 golfers joined the 21st annual golf outing on Feb. 25, which included a lemonade stand run by pediatric cancer patient Logan Stryker and his brother, Griffin, along with […]
Join us on March 23rd for the 2nd Annual Brew Fest at Cultural Park AND Classic Car Fest from 1 – 5pm. Tickets on sale now! General Admission ticket includes tasting cup $35 VIP ticket includes tasting cup, guaranteed seating under VIP tent, snacks, access to a VIP only beer and 10 free throws at […]
Submitted By: Susan Hegarty The Alva Garden Club announces its long running Plant Sale and Strawberry Shortcake Festival, a local tradition for area gardeners and those craving an old-fashioned sweet strawberry shortcake treat. The event, scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 9 at Alva Methodist Church, 21440 Pearl Street, is an opportunity […]
By: Dr. Khalid Sabha, MD Exercise is not only essential for physical health but also for cognitive well-being. When we exercise, our brains light up like a Fourth of July fireworks display, releasing a cascade of neurotransmitters that enhance mood, cognition, and creativity. Numerous studies have highlighted the positive impact of exercise on cognitive function. […]
Submitted By: ALVA INC. www.alvafl.org ACTION REQUESTED: On March 25th, the Lee County Planning Agency (LPA) will be deciding to approve an amendment to the water and sewer service areas for another portion of the Alva Community. While water and sewer service is sometimes considered an upgrade to the community and to civilization in general, […]
By: Special to East Lee County News During the last 10 years, while Lee County’s population grew by 23% – an estimated 140,000 residents – single-family home values rose by 213.8% during that same period. The Lee County Property Appraiser’s preliminary tax assessment for 2022 places average home values at $415,448, over 3 times what […]
Submitted By: The Full Foarce team It’s an arduous 2,800 mile race across the vast Pacific Ocean that will force teams to battle the sea, elements and exhaustion. It’s called the World’s Toughest Row – Pacific and it will take teams more than a month to finish. The all-female crew called Full Foarce has banned […]
By: Connie Puzevic The General Woman’s Club of Lehigh Acres will hold their largest fund raiser of the year, their fashion show, “FRIENDSHIP IS FASHIONABLE” on Saturday, March 9th, 2024 at the Pelican Preserve Country Club, Fort Myers. Doors open at 10:30 am. Tickets are $45 each and may be purchased by calling Betty Walsh […]
By: Terri Lewis Are you tired of sitting in traffic jams? Tired of water quality issues? Boil water notices? Tired of double-digit property tax and insurance increases? Tired of double-digit water rate increases? Are you concerned about the loss of wildlife and green space? Angry about living next to a landfill? Worried about future tax […]
By: Mike Welch As we move into the height of the season the East Lee County Chamber of Commerce moves forward with membership that includes Lehigh Acres, Gateway, SR80 and up to the Babcock Ranch. Our Gala on March 9th at the Plantation Golf & Country Club will highlight the contributions of our teachers, law […]
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