Ahead of the August 18, 2026 primary election, the League of Women Voters of Lee County, inc. offers the nonpartisan voter education tool VOTE411.org. This “one-stop shop” for election information provides Lee County voters with information on where candidates stand on issues and tools to help navigate the voting process. VOTE411 provides personalized candidate information, voter registration […]
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City of LaBelle Continues Environmental Cleanup Following Wastewater Discharge
The City of LaBelle continues its coordinated response and environmental cleanup efforts following the recent wastewater discharge into a nearby drainage ditch. City crews remain actively engaged in remediation efforts and are currently pumping water from the affected drainage ditch. As part of the cleanup process, the affected water has been safely pumped from the […]
Commentary: Progress Is Measured by Every Child
East Lee County News endorses Carline Saintilus for Lee County School Board, District 5. Saintilus is a Christian businesswoman and community advocate who has demonstrated a commitment to the families and neighborhoods of eastern Lee County. We believe her emphasis on student achievement, accountability, responsible spending, school safety and equal access to educational opportunities deserves […]
August 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, Aug. 5, 19 A casual, self-guided group for knitting, crochet and other needle arts. Join in to share projects, ideas and techniques. Participants are encouraged […]
August 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 East County Craft Club: Iced Latte Soap 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1 This month the East County Craft Club will create iced latte soap. Registration is required. This program is […]
Be ‘Flood Aware’ Before the Height of Hurricane Season
Homeowners should take steps now to reduce their flood riskLee County Government is encouraging homeowners to be “flood aware” before the height of the 2026 hurricane season to reduce their flood risk in Southwest Florida. Lee County urges residents to: For more information, go to https://www.leegov.com/dcd/flood or call 239-533-8948. To receive updates from Lee County Government, sign […]
THE REPORT CARD! Grading the Decisions that Impact our Schools
By Carline Santilus | Candidate for Lee County School Board, District 5 Separating Facts – From Fiction The data is clear: District 5 students are falling behind, and the gap between them and their peers continues to widen each year. It is time to close the achievement gap and create the opportunities every child deserves, […]
How to Prepare for a Hurricane: FPL Safety Tips
Submitted by Florida Power & Light Company Safety is the cornerstone of FPL’s commitment to our customers and employees. It is not a matter of if, but when the next hurricane will hit our state, which is why it’s important to be proactive in planning for the six-month-long hurricane season. Whether you’re a longtime Floridian […]
Lee GOP Chair Urges Voters to Join August Primary
By Mercedes Price-Harry | Lee GOP Chair As Chair of the Lee County Republican Party, I am reaching out to everyone, especially conservative minority voters, independents, and women who may not always participate in elections or who have not traditionally supported Republican candidates. With important elections just months away, including local races that directly shape […]
Brendan Fisk Paints a Side of Florida Few Ever See
By James Kennedy We continue our walk through the gallery of Cracker Cowboy art started several months ago. The series has included Eldon Lux and Hobby Campbell, whose work documents Florida’s cattle culture for new audiences. Now we turn to Brendan Fisk, another artist whose path into that culture was entirely his own. Fisk grew […]
