Charlie Vavrina and Marlene Rodak | The Coccoloba Chapter of the Florida Native Plant Society It’s Tuesday morning and Florida Gulf Coast University students are arriving at River Oaks Preserve to earn required Service-Learning hours. They are greeted by a volunteer who quickly puts them to work. Today, the ground is moist from a soaking […]
By: Katrina Salokar, East Lee County News In the heart of one of Florida’s fastest-growing counties, a decades-long fight for fairer, more accountable local government has reached a turning point. For more than 75 years, Lee County’s five county commissioners have been elected in countywide (at-large) races—even though each commissioner represents a distinct geographic district. […]
$400M School Bond Advances Without Oversight—Community & Students Left Behind By: Concerned Residents of East Lee County For several years, residents of East Lee County have spoken out about the lack of transparency and accountability in how the School District of Lee County sites new schools. Despite attending town halls, submitting public comment, meeting with […]
Local restaurant owners Matthew and Alex Creach successfully opened the new downtown location of their gourmet southern food restaurant, Fancy’s, on Wednesday, August 6th. The highly-anticipated opening of Fancy’s second location culminated in a vibrant evening of elegant and elevated dining, as staff and guests alike absorbed the excitement of the long-awaited experience. Fancy’s new […]
The City of LaBelle advises the public that due to a main waterline repair, the water supply for these locations: Hampton Ave. & Rivera Vista Blvd. will be under a Boil Water Notice. The city utilities crews are working on water mains in this area. This notice affects the users listed above; however, people with […]
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to take another step in its mission to educate the community about proper disposal of waste, cleanup efforts and illegal dumping. Commissioners approved amending the county’s existing contract with Keep Lee County Beautiful, Inc., (KLCB) for Solid Waste recycling education and litter prevention. The amendment will allow […]
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to approve two measures advancing the project to expand and improve the Cape Coral Bridge. Commissioners voted to approve a resolution to formally adopt the planned bridge and roadway improvements, as well as a resolution to acquire additional right of way for the project. The Cape Coral […]
When students return to school on Monday, August 11th, a certified teacher will be leading every classroom. The School District of Lee County has reduced teacher vacancies to 65 and developed strategies to ensure certified instructors are leading those classrooms. “I am excited for our students to have a certified teacher in every classroom as […]
By: 1st Lt Jesse Spencer Civil Air Patrol, U.S. Air Force Auxiliary The Civil Air Patrol – Lee County Composite Squadron, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based at Page Field in Fort Myers. Our squadron, officially launched on January 29, 2025, is part of the U.S. Air Force Auxiliary and currently consists of 52 members and growing. We […]
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