By: The Honorable Matt Caldwell | Lee County Property Appraiser TRIM Season is in full swing at the Lee County Property Appraiser’s office, which means Lee County property owners are on the lookout for their Notice of Proposed Property Taxes. This formal communication is prepared by my office and coming to your mailbox soon! The […]
By: Wesley Sprecher | Swamp Cat Brewing Co. Neighbors, What a time to be alive in SWFL. As the old saying goes, “If nothing changes, nothing changes,” and let me tell you from firsthand experience—change is coming. Change is coming to our region because change agents are already here. That being said, there are a […]
By: Nathan Cochran | Student at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, Class of 2025 Florida property rights are grounded in the state constitution, which guarantees individuals the right to acquire, possess, and protect private property. This right, outlined in Article I, Section 2 of the Florida Constitution, is secured against governmental actions […]
By: Omar Gonzalez Maggy’s House is more than just a restaurant; it’s a sanctuary where the hustle and bustle of everyday life fades away. We’ve carefully crafted a unique blend of a modern-day coffee shop’s laid-back vibe with the heartwarming comfort of a home-cooked meal. Our hybrid approach to cuisine brings together the best of […]
By: Richard Erschik | richarderschik.com The landscape of what I remember as my Army base at Fort Hood, Texas, has transformed beyond recognition. What once stood as a familiar, vibrant hub of military activity during my service from 1965 to 1967 has all but disappeared. The base itself, renamed in 2021 to Fort Cavazos, no […]
By: Julie Lawrence | Manager, Business Development & Marketing With Lehigh Regional Medical Center Lehigh Regional Medical Center’s non-profit volunteer organization is vibrant with a diverse group of people from our community who devote their time and hearts to the hospital. The Lehigh Hospital Auxiliary Volunteers welcome all who enter the hospital and reach out […]
By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DMV | Owner of Just 4 Pets Veterinary Wellness Center A piece for me and a piece for you. Who hasn’t shared a small piece of food with their pet? I know I have and those small pieces add up. More than 85% of pets in the United States are obese. […]
By: Glenda Zieglar | Craftie Ladies of St. John XXIII Catholic Church The Craftie Ladies of St. John XXIII Catholic Church are once again having their Fall Craft Fair. If you’ve been to one of our craft fairs before, you know we have a large variety of top-quality, homemade items for sale. In addition to […]
By: Kara Tyler-Julian In southwest Florida, with our warm subtropical climate, our native ecosystems support many species of snakes. The vast majority of the snakes that we encounter in this area are non-venomous and not dangerous to humans or pets, with only 4 species of venomous species found in the area. Unfortunately, many people moving […]
A Message From the Desk of Sheriff Carmine Marceno Following the pandemic, an enormous segment of the workforce was offered an opportunity to work from home… many never wishing to return to the office environment. “Work from home” opportunities began to appear nearly everywhere… online, via text, and in print. Many of these job offerings […]
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