Lee County today has continued its commitment to transparency related to the FEMA National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) issue by enhancing its dedicated website landing page and launching a new tool. The website is www.leegov.com/femacrs. Earlier this month, the county posted a document called Lee County’s Floodplain Management Post-Hurricane Ian Compliance Response to FEMA as […]
Attention experienced boaters: It’s crucial to stay current with changes in navigation and regulations. A Coast Guard Auxiliary Safe Boating Class is an easy way to get up-to-date on everything you need to know. For those aiming to earn the state boating safety certificate, we highly recommend enrolling in our one-day responsible boating class. It […]
The League of Women Voters of Lee County, Inc. invites the public to LWVLee Candidate Forums to learn each candidates’ philosophy and positions prior to the Primary Election on August 20th, 2024. Cape Coral City Council Districts 2, 3, 4, 5, and 7. Monday, July 8, 2024, 5:30-7:00 pm (registration 5:00), Cape Coral Library, 921 […]
By: Butch Swank I’ve been thinking about the meaning of a lot of words lately. Patrick Henry said six amazing words that until pretty recently, to me at least, seemed like they only belonged in History Class. Those six words are: “United we stand, divided we fall.” These days, this word choice is very powerful, […]
By: Amanda Cochran My name is Amanda Cochran, and I am running for Lee County Commission, District 5. I’d like to share a bit about my family history to help you understand my motivation for running for the Lee County Commission. Six generations of my family have called this place home. My great, great-uncle moved […]
By: Amanda Cochran My name is Amanda Cochran, and I am running for Lee County Commission, District 5. I’d like to share a bit about my family history to help you understand my motivation for running for the Lee County Commission. Six generations of my family have called this place home. My great, great-uncle moved […]
By: Joseph Maguire For this article, I’d like to point out Lee County School District Strategic Plan Objective 13. Objective 13: Increase operational efficiency KPI 13.1: Increase the number of defined impact measures to improve the cost-effectiveness of services and value for expended funds DO WORDS MATTER? The Lee County School Board Envision 2030 plan […]
Mission BBQ is well-known for its delicious barbecue and dedication to honoring those who serve in the military. One of their significant annual initiatives is offering a free sandwich to veterans on Korean Armistice Day, observed every July 27th. This day commemorates the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement in 1953, ending active hostilities in […]
Most Lee County administrative operations will be closed Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The county’s holiday schedule adjustments are as follows: Solid Waste All garbage, recycling and yard waste collections in unincorporated Lee County, the City of Bonita Springs, the Village of Estero and the Town of Fort Myers Beach will take […]
By: Butch Swank I’ve been thinking about the meaning of a lot of words lately. Patrick Henry said six amazing words that until pretty recently, to me at least, seemed like they only belonged in History Class. Those six words are: “United we stand, divided we fall.” These days, this word choice is very powerful, […]
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