A highly anticipated Grand Opening will be held in LaBelle on January 8, commemorating the merger of Belle Realty with Coldwell Banker Preferred Properties, headquartered in Lehigh Acres. “We were very excited at the prospect of bringing Belle Realty, which has really been a staple within the LaBelle community for some 20 years, into the […]
Lee County Domestic Animal Services kicks off the New Year – or “barks in the mew year” – with adoption fees reduced to $25 for all cats, kittens and adult dogs through the month of January. Every adoption through Lee County Domestic Animal Services includes a comprehensive adoption package to ensure pets and their new […]
Lee County Domestic Animal Services has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) to support disaster response and training. “This grant will help Animal Services fund This grant would allow us to expand our disaster readiness by purchasing additional emergency rescue equipment, enhancing mobile […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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