By: Charlotte Miller, Manager of External Affairs for Fort Myers and Naples, Florida Power & Light Company Every day across southwest Florida, volunteers are powering strong communities. Consistent, hands-on service helps ensure families are supported, essential programs remain strong and local nonprofit organizations can continue serving those who depend on them. Yet many organizations are […]
Month: April 2026
Lee County District 5 At A Crossroads
By: Butch Swank | Goodlad & Swank You organize, you show up, you support someone who reflects your community, and when the votes are counted, the outcome is decided somewhere else. That is not a one-time occurrence. That is how the system is built. I have seen this firsthand. Through my work as President of […]
The System Behind the Seat
How appointments, primary elections, and a 2026 ballot question could shape the future of Lee County government By Katrina SalokarEast Lee News | The ROAR The appointment of Trish Petrosky to the Lee County Commission’s District 5 seat has renewed discussion about how local offices are filled and how election rules shape representation in Lee […]
The Roar – April 2026 Issue
FSW to Host “State of Our Water” Quarterly Meeting Featuring Leading Research on Algal Toxins and Alzheimer’s Disease
Florida SouthWestern State College (FSW), in partnership with Calusa Waterkeeper, will host the second quarter “State of Our Water” meeting 9:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, April 11, in Building U, Room 102 at the FSW Lee Campus, 8099 College Pkwy., Fort Myers. This free community event will feature keynote speaker Dr. David Davis of the University […]
Lee Health’s First Off-Site Clinic Certified to Support and Care for Patients with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
Highlighting its commitment to inclusive, high-quality care, Lee Health’s first off-site clinic has earned the Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation from the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES). The certification reflects specialized staff training in best practices for supporting autistic and sensory-sensitive children and adolescents, creating a welcoming environment where families can […]
