FutureMakers Coalition has teamed up with David Lawrence Centers to introduce FREE Mental Health First Aid Training to our community, aiming to bolster resilience in our workforce. The Adult Mental Health First Aid training program is designed for individuals aged 18 and older. Certification involves a 2-hour self-paced online coursework component, followed by a comprehensive […]
Lee Commissioners Approve Contract to Add Pickleball Courts and More at Rutenberg Park
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to award a contract to expand the facilities of Rutenberg Park, 6500 South Pointe Blvd., to include eight lighted pickleball courts, a shade structure and more. The $3.2 million contract with Stultz Inc. includes: Eight lighted pickleball courts, four of which will be covered Shade structure ADA-compliant […]
Transportation Projects for Lehigh Acres
The Lee Board of County Commissioners took several votes on Tuesday, advancing key projects in Lehigh Acres and eastern Lee County. Among the approvals was a 4.2-mile sidewalk project along Bell Boulevard, aimed at improving infrastructure and safety in the area. The nearly $3.2 million project along Bell Boulevard will go from State Road 82 […]
Lehigh Acres Senior Center to Host Craft Fair on November 2, 2024
Get ready to explore a world of creativity at the upcoming Craft Fair hosted by the Lehigh Acres Senior Center on Saturday, November 2, 2024. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Senior Center located at 219 Plaza Drive, Lehigh Acres, FL 33936. The Craft Fair will showcase an impressive […]
WAIT! Don’t Shred That!
By: The Honorable Matt Caldwell | Lee County Property Appraiser TRIM Season is in full swing at the Lee County Property Appraiser’s office, which means Lee County property owners are on the lookout for their Notice of Proposed Property Taxes. This formal communication is prepared by my office and coming to your mailbox soon! The […]
Opportunity Set, Southwest Florida
By: Wesley Sprecher | Swamp Cat Brewing Co. Neighbors, What a time to be alive in SWFL. As the old saying goes, “If nothing changes, nothing changes,” and let me tell you from firsthand experience—change is coming. Change is coming to our region because change agents are already here. That being said, there are a […]
The Bert Harris Act: How It Began and How It’s Going
By: Nathan Cochran | Student at the University of Florida Levin College of Law, Class of 2025 Florida property rights are grounded in the state constitution, which guarantees individuals the right to acquire, possess, and protect private property. This right, outlined in Article I, Section 2 of the Florida Constitution, is secured against governmental actions […]
Lehigh Acres Newest Restaurant Gets Rave Reviews
By: Omar Gonzalez Maggy’s House is more than just a restaurant; it’s a sanctuary where the hustle and bustle of everyday life fades away. We’ve carefully crafted a unique blend of a modern-day coffee shop’s laid-back vibe with the heartwarming comfort of a home-cooked meal. Our hybrid approach to cuisine brings together the best of […]
Gone But Not Forgotten: Remembering Fort Hood
By: Richard Erschik | richarderschik.com The landscape of what I remember as my Army base at Fort Hood, Texas, has transformed beyond recognition. What once stood as a familiar, vibrant hub of military activity during my service from 1965 to 1967 has all but disappeared. The base itself, renamed in 2021 to Fort Cavazos, no […]
Lehigh Regional Medical Center Volunteer Team’s Spirit of Service
By: Julie Lawrence | Manager, Business Development & Marketing With Lehigh Regional Medical Center Lehigh Regional Medical Center’s non-profit volunteer organization is vibrant with a diverse group of people from our community who devote their time and hearts to the hospital. The Lehigh Hospital Auxiliary Volunteers welcome all who enter the hospital and reach out […]