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High Reliability Schools Certification: News Release from the School District of Lee County
By: Rob Spicker, Assistant Director, Media Relations & Public Information Four teachers earn High-Reliability Level 1 Certification The School District of Lee County is proud to announce 21 schools have achieved Level 1 Certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools™. Level 1 certification means these schools have created a “Safe, Supportive, and Collaborative Culture,” which is the foundation […]
District Receives $1.2 Million Workforce Development Grant
Submitted By: Rob Spicker The School District of Lee County is excited to announce it has received a $1.2 million Workforce Development Grant from the state of Florida. The grant will allow the District to add or expand career programs that provide students the essential skills required for success in high-demand occupations. Six career clusters […]
Lee Clerk hosts free class on how to apply for a marriage license
By: Meaghan Smith, Lee Clerk Senior Communications Strategist February is a popular month for marriage licenses and wedding ceremonies at the Lee Clerk’s office. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, Lee County Clerk Kevin Karnes is hosting a free online class for couples who would like to learn how to apply for a marriage […]
BELL TOWER TO HOST PROM FOR SENIOR CITIZENS ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17TH
Submitted By: Shannon Mae Palzer Iconic Florida Shopping Center Partners with Comfort Keepers for an Evening of Food, Music and Fun Bell Tower, a landmark shopping, dining and entertainment destination centrally located in Fort Myers, Florida (https://www.belltowerfl.com), has brought back its popular “Senior Prom,” an evening of food, music and fun for area senior citizens. Sponsored by the […]
Kiwanis Club of Lehigh Acres
Submitted By: Charlene Golden The Kiwanis Club of Lehigh Acres ended 2023 with several activities. On Friday, December 15th, we had our Christmas party at Wildcat Crossing. Dino provided a delicious spread of hot and cold subs and desserts. Janet made sure that glasses remained filled as everyone had a good time visiting and reviewing […]
Lehigh Acres Fire Control & Rescue District Shares Safety Tips for Lithium-ion Batteries
Submitted By: Katie Heck Did you receive a new electronic device for Christmas? Lithium-ion batteries are increasingly found in devices and systems that we interact with daily. While these batteries provide an effective and efficient source of power, the likelihood of them overheating, catching on fire, and even leading to explosions increases when they are damaged […]
Community Concert Association Board Announces Series Underwriter
Submitted By: Susan Bennett The Fort Myers Community Concert Association, Inc., Board of Directors has announced that Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has agreed to be the underwriter of the entire 2024 concert season. “Sanibel Captiva Community Bank has been a wonderful supporter of the Community Concert Association for many years and we are happy to […]
Listening, Learning, And Understanding
By: Butch Swank – butch@goodladandswank.com I had a conversation with my son right after dinner because when we were done, he’d promptly gone outside to the redneck fridge and grabbed an Uncrustable. If you’re unfamiliar, an Uncrustable is a frozen pre-made peanut butter and jelly sandwich with no crust. Kids LOVE them. Earlier, I’d clearly […]
“New” Canine Respiratory Condition
Submitted By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DVM The “new” canine respiratory illness has gained much media attention since its first reporting earlier in the year. This condition has been included in a group of canine respiratory conditions referred to as Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex, or CIRDC. CIRDC respiratory conditions are ever present in our environment. […]
