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Badger Boat Detail: Elevating Marine Care in Southwest Florida

Badger Boat Detail: Elevating Marine Care in Southwest Florida

Badger Boat Detail is a Southwest Florida marine detailing company specializing in high-end boat restoration and long-term surface protection. Based in Cape Coral and serving Fort Myers, Pine Island, and Bonita Springs, the company focuses exclusively on boats—no shortcuts, no general auto-style detailing. Badger Boat Detail is a Certified Glidecoat Professional Installer, applying Glidecoat ALPA […]

January Programs at Riverdale Public Library

January Programs at Riverdale Public Library

Next month’s roster of activities at Riverdale Public Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public: Adult Programs Knit and Stitch 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 21 A casual, self-guided group for knitting, crochet and other needle arts. Join in to share projects, ideas and techniques. Participants are encouraged […]

January Programs at East County Regional Library

January Programs at East County Regional Library

Next month’s roster of activities at East County Regional Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public: Adult Programs Holocaust Museum and the Importance of Holocaust Education 11 a.m. Monday, Jan. 5 Join us for a powerful and thought-provoking presentation by the Holocaust Museum & Cohen Education Center. This […]

Lee County Shares Holiday Recycling Tips for a Greener Season

Lee County Shares Holiday Recycling Tips for a Greener Season

The holiday season brings celebrations, decorations and time with loved ones – but also significant increase in waste. Lee County Solid Waste has some simple tips to help residents reduce their environmental footprint this season. In Lee County, household waste typically increases by about 20% during the holiday season. From wrapping paper and empty bottles […]

Harns Marsh Middle School’s Barbara Rebeor Named 2025–2026 DoD STEM Ambassador

Harns Marsh Middle School’s Barbara Rebeor Named 2025–2026 DoD STEM Ambassador

The School District of Lee County is proud to announce that Barbara Rebeor, Science Department Chair and teacher at Harns Marsh Middle School, has been selected as a 2025–2026 Department of Defense (DoD) STEM Ambassador. Rebeor is one of only 30 educators nationwide to receive this prestigious honor for the upcoming year. “I believe strong […]

Exciting Author Lineup Planned for 2026 Southwest Florida Reading Festival

Exciting Author Lineup Planned for 2026 Southwest Florida Reading Festival

Lee County Library System will welcome more than two dozen authors to its 27th annual Southwest Florida Reading Festival on Saturday, March 7, 2026. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. readers of all ages can meet their favorite writers, hear behind-the-scenes stories and get books signed at this free, outdoor community event hosted at the […]

13th Annual Golisano Children’s Hospital Fashion Show Raises $113,000+

13th Annual Golisano Children’s Hospital Fashion Show Raises $113,000+

The 13th Annual Golisano Children’s Hospital Fashion Show raised $113,905 to support the SEA STAR Program at Golisano Children’s Hospital, an initiative dedicated to providing specialized care for children with various sensory sensitivities. The event was held on Dec. 5 at Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa in Bonita Springs. Guests enjoyed a silent […]

DOH-Lee Encourages a Healthy 2025 Holiday Season

DOH-Lee Encourages a Healthy 2025 Holiday Season

 The Florida Department of Health in Lee County (DOH-Lee) encourages residents and visitors to enjoy a healthy and safe holiday season by following the tips below. Food Safety Physical Health and Mental Well-Being The holiday season often comes with busier schedules, making it extra important to take care of mental well-being and physical health. Decoration and Travel […]

Lee County Domestic Animal Services Announces New Community Resource to Reunite Lost and Found Pets

Lee County Domestic Animal Services Announces New Community Resource to Reunite Lost and Found Pets

 Lee County Domestic Animal Services today announced the roll out of the Find My Pet Portal: Community Working Together to Bring Pets Home. The portal is another community engagement tool for residents to “self-help” with stray animals. The portal was launched during a presentation to the Lee Board of County Commissioners at the regularly scheduled […]

Light Up LaBelle Parade & Christmas in the Park Returns December 5th

Light Up LaBelle Parade & Christmas in the Park Returns December 5th

The City of LaBelle invites the entire community to join in one of the area’s most beloved holiday traditions—the Light Up LaBelle Parade & Christmas in the Park, happening Friday, December 5, 2025, at 6:00 PM. Each year, this family-friendly celebration brings together residents and visitors for an evening filled with twinkling lights, festive floats, […]

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