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Red, White & Boom: July 3rd – Complimentary Show Featuring Chicago Heat at Fountain Crest Retirement Community

Red, White & Boom: July 3rd – Complimentary Show Featuring Chicago Heat at Fountain Crest Retirement Community

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 […]

Harry Chapin Food Bank, GL Homes Partner to Make Summer the Healthiest, Not Hungriest Season

Harry Chapin Food Bank, GL Homes Partner to Make Summer the Healthiest, Not Hungriest Season

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 […]

Residents Urged To Participate In Local Elections

Residents Urged To Participate In Local Elections

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 […]

July Programs at East County Regional Library

July 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  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 […]

July Programs at Riverdale Public Library

July 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, July 3, 17  A casual, self-guided group of knitters and crocheters that join together to share projects, ideas and techniques. Participants are encouraged to bring […]

Travel Tips!

Travel Tips!

By Pat Whitehall  Season is over for many of the citizens of Florida and now school is out, so everyone’s thoughts have turned to summer and vacations.  Many people will want to travel up north where it may be a tad cooler, or even less humid than here in sunny Florida.  While planning your trip, […]

Lee Commissioners Vote to Build Longer, Wider Fort Myers Beach Pier to Replace Pier Destroyed by Hurricane Ian

Lee Commissioners Vote to Build Longer, Wider Fort Myers Beach Pier to Replace Pier Destroyed by Hurricane Ian

The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to direct staff to rebuild the Fort Myers Beach Pier to 1,000 feet long and 12 feet wide, 70.85% longer and 50% wider than the pier destroyed by Hurricane Ian.  The design and permitting of the pier is expected to take up to 36 months, and construction […]

Readying Your Pets For The Hurricane Season

Readying Your Pets For The Hurricane Season

By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DMV Whether it is the next hurricane or other natural disaster, or it is man-made, having a plan for your pets must be included with your family’s emergency plan. But where do you start? What will you need and how much? From veterinary records to their favorite toys, this checklist will […]

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