By: Mike Welch This month I offer for your review a press release sent out by Lee County Solid Waste regarding the proper disposal of hazardous items that businesses and residents need to consider. While I applaud Solid Waste the Chamber has been communicating with this department and with our County Commissioners that they must […]
Pet Obesity
By: Liz Paul Obesity is a very common problem in pets and can lead to many health problems. A whopping 56% of cats and 60% of dogs in North America are classified as overweight or obese. That’s more than 80 million pets at greater risk of serious health issues. However, only 10% of pet owners […]
The Craftie Ladies Fall Craft Sale
Submitted By: The Craftie Ladies of St. John XXIII Catholic Church Mark your calendars for The Craftie Ladies Fall Craft Sale! If you’ve been to one of our fairs before, you know we have a large variety of top quality, homemade items for sale, such as quilts, table runners, jewelry, rosaries, hand-knitted and crocheted items, […]
Renowned Artist Contributes Exclusive Painting to the ARC’s 29th Annual Starlight Auction
Submitted By: Bette Abbott The Animal Refuge Center (ARC) is delighted to announce its 29th Annual Starlight Auction at the exquisite Sanibel Harbour Marriott Resort & Spa is set to take place on Saturday, November 25, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. This event promises to be an unforgettable evening of art and philanthropy, with Myra Robert’s […]
En Point For Excellence: Southwest Florida Premier Classical Ballet School Inspires Passion And Talent
By: Claudia Beyers Fort Myers is home to a hidden gem that has been enchanting residents and nurturing young talent for over 20 years: Gulfshore Ballet. This institution embodies the true spirit of the arts, enriching the lives of students and fostering the love for ballet. Gulfshore Ballet, our very own not for profit ballet […]
Four Schools Chosen as 2023 Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion Schools
Submitted By: Rob Spicker The School District of Lee County is proud to announce three high schools and one middle school have been selected as a 2023 Special Olympics National Banner Unified Champion School. North Fort Myers High School was awarded its second national banner, while Cape Coral High School, Lehigh Senior High School and […]
Greater Lehigh Acres Development
By: Butch Swank I received the information below from John Talmage, head of the Lee County Economic Development office. Our Southwest Florida Business Alliance had a luncheon recently, and John was our keynote speaker. He went into great detail about the abundance of development, and literally, the seventy business owners and managers at the luncheon […]
The Roar – November 2023 Issue
The Roar – October 2023 Issue
NAWIC 297 Monthly Meeting
Submitted By: Audrey Edwards Hello NAWIC friends and family – we appreciate all our returning and new attendance, we look forward to another awesome meeting. NAWIC 297 invites you to join us for our November Monthly Meeting. Mark your calendar as we welcome our guest speaker. Sydney Yarbrough with Southwest Florida Waste Management November 13th 2023 […]