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, […]
The Southwest Florida Symphony, Lee County’s only professional orchestra, is excited to announce another innovative and diverse lineup of performances for the 2024-25 season. Maestro Stilian Kirov, the Symphony’s interim artistic advisor, will lead the orchestra through its 64th season of celebrated works of all genres, many of which are woven with groundbreaking pieces that […]
Get ready to travel back in time and relive the magic of two unforgettable decades! Join the Alliance for the Arts (AFTA) on Saturday, July 13th, from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. for the Ultimate 80s vs. 90s Karaoke & Dance Party. Celebrate the iconic music and culture of both eras with a night filled […]
The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted on Tuesday to commit to a $500,000 zero-interest loan to support the development of 78 multi-family units in North Fort Myers for extremely low- and low-income residents. This five-year term loan, sourced from the Affordable Housing Trust Fund, will be provided to Autumn Palm Lee, LLC. The funds […]
Florida SouthWestern State College’s (FSW) School of Health Professions will soon launch three new programs at the FSW Charlotte Campus in Punta Gorda. These programs are tailored to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the healthcare industry and underscore FSW’s commitment to providing accessible, high-quality education to students in Southwest Florida. FSW’s College […]
Summer is here, and it’s time to feel the heat! The Fountain Crest Retirement Community is thrilled to announce a special event, “Red, White & Boom,” featuring the sensational Chicago Heat. This complimentary show is set to take place on Wednesday, July 3rd, at 2 PM at the Fountain Crest Retirement Community located at 1230 […]
GL Homes team members packed nearly 900 meal kits during the two-hour “Pack the Pantry” event Harry Chapin Food Bank, the largest food bank in Southwest Florida, is excited to announce GL Homes team members packed nearly 900 meal kits during a “Pack the Pantry” event on June 4. The packing event was an opportunity […]
By: Maggie Cooper Some American people focus most of their attention and interest on federal politics and the federal government. However, it is also important to pay attention to and be interested in state and local government entities that substantially impact our day-to-day lives. People can get involved by learning about the local government, connecting […]
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 Chess Anyone? 2 – 6 p.m. Monday, July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Rise to the chess challenge and join the fun. Chess enthusiasts of all ages are welcome. Bring […]
Photos By: Katrina Salokar SWFL Business Alliance Spring Luncheon featuring Lee County Economic Development, John Talmage, Colabratory/Futuremakers Alex Breault and Bill Johnson of the Horizon Foundation. Previous Next
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