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Homeowners Insurance: A Case for Optimism
By: Butch Swank I believe the home insurance market is healing. In 2020, when it became apparent that the home insurance market was in dire trouble, our agency took great pains to inform our homeowner clients what we saw coming down the pike. In short, we said these roofing lawsuits are beginning to really hurt […]
Smelled, Not Seen: The Eastern Spotted Skunk
By: Kara Tyler-Julian One of southwest Florida’s lesser-known native creatures is the eastern Spotted Skunk, known scientifically as Spilogale putorius. Most people who live in this area know of this animal’s existence based upon the distinct olfactory experience of smelling their undeniable odor after passing a deceased skunk on the side of the road, but […]
Reporting In From VFW, Post 4174
By: Pat Whitehall As a guest Tuesday evening at the Lehigh Acres VFW, Post 4174, DAV meeting, I was both impressed and thankful for being there. A complimentary dinner was served first, then the meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. As with any meeting at the VFW, the Chaplain led us in prayer […]
Sunpass Text Scam
By: Sheriff Carmine Marceno You may have received this text message or one very similar: “We’ve detected a $3.95 charge for your recent usage of the Florida Express Lanes. To avoid extra fees, please settle your balance today. Click here to make your payment…” The text message appears legitimate, as does the attached link. The […]
Understanding Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
By: Dr. Khalid Sabha, MD Congestive Heart Failure occurs when your heart muscle becomes weakened or damaged, leading to an inability to pump blood efficiently. As a result, fluid can build up in the body, causing symptoms such as swelling, shortness of breath, and fatigue. CHF can affect either side of the heart or both. […]
BOCC Recognizes Gopher Tortoises as Important
By: Ashley Caso Gopher Tortoise Day, officially designated by the Gopher Tortoise Council, was celebrated on April 10th in Lee County. The Lee County Commission proclaimed April 10th as Gopher Tortoise Day, following efforts by the East Lee Wildlife Stewardship Group and the Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium. Commissioner Brian Hamman read the proclamation aloud […]
Step into the Spotlight at the Inaugural ‘Shorts of the Fort’ Film Festival at the Alliance for the Arts
The Alliance for the Arts and the Lee County Visitors and Convention Bureau proudly announces the inaugural “Shorts of the Fort” Film Festival, an exciting new event celebrating the unique landscapes and vibrant communities of Lee County, Florida. Scheduled for September 20, 2024, at the Alliance for the Arts located at 10091 McGregor Blvd, Fort […]
Save Lives. Just Drive.
By: Terri Lewis In Florida, distracted driving from 2020-2022 accounted for 160,155 crashes, 8,154 serious injuries and 935 deaths. These are numbers from Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles and many believe that the numbers are understated. Currently, in Florida, using your phone to text while driving is forbidden only in school zones and work […]
United Way recognizes outstanding work of volunteers
United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades recently hosted its annual Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast as part of Volunteer Appreciation Month. Nearly 250 volunteers, staff, donors, and board members took part in the event held on April 22 at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre in Fort Myers. United Way President and CEO Jeannine Joy applauded volunteers for […]
