The School District of Lee County today announced that it is again participating in the Community Eligibility Program (CEP), providing meals to students through the National School Lunch and National School Breakfast Programs for the 2026-2027 school year. Every student in the district’s 83 traditional schools, 5 special centers, and 4 charter school locations will […]
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Keep Lee County Beautiful Awarded Neighborhood Grant from The Starbucks Foundation
Keep Lee County Beautiful, Inc. (KLCB) has received a Neighborhood Grant from The Starbucks Foundation, recognizing its work to support litter prevention, environmental education, and community beautification efforts in Lee County. The grant was a result of a nomination(s) from a local Starbucks partner (employee) who has seen the organization’s impact firsthand. Through the Neighborhood […]
Lee GOP Hosts Candidate Forum at Florida SouthWestern State College
The Lee County Republican Executive Committee and the Ethical Campaign & Accountability Initiative hosted a well-attended candidate forum at Florida SouthWestern State College, drawing engaged voters for an afternoon of discussion, debates, and meet-and-greet opportunities. Republican candidates for Congress, the Florida Legislature, Lee County Commission, School Board, mayoral races, and city council races introduced themselves, […]
Vote Informed August 18, 2026
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 […]
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, […]
