Submitted By Lehigh Acres Senior Center The Golden Shell is located within the Lehigh Acres Senior Center at 219 Plaza Dr. Lehigh Acres, FL 33936. The Golden Shell store is run by volunteer Linda Dillon who is also a board member of the Lehigh Acres Senior Citizens Center, Inc. (LASCC) a non-profit organization. The Golden […]
By Sheriff Carmine Marceno Last August, I reached out to a number of areas in our county regarding the theft of materials, tools and appliances from new construction sites. In response to this growing nationwide issue, I formed the Lee County Sheriff’s Office Construction Theft Unit and dedicated significant resources in an effort to proactively […]
Submitted By Rob Spicker The School District of Lee County is partnering with the Florida’s Summer BreakSpot program to keep children healthy and well-nourished while school is out. The Summer BreakSpot Program allows the District’s Food and Nutrition Services Department to provide free meals to children who are 18 years and younger at no cost […]
By Commissioner Cecil Pendergrass Another busy season has come and gone, but it’s clear that Lee County is a year round destination. Our SWFL International Airport had a record breaking month this past March with more than 1.5 million passengers in its 39 year history The tourism industry continues to be a vital resource for […]
By Mike Welch As we move into the summer months our communities will adapt to a little less congestion on the roadways, the end of the school year and an ever-watchful eye on the tropics. Lee County Commissioner aptly points out that the County Government is moving into hurricane preparations and strongly suggests that you […]
By Dr. Veja Tillman, DVM It is officially hurricane season in southwest Florida. It’s time to get our pet(s) emergency and disaster ready. 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. Get a Pet Emergency […]
By Amanda Mitrani Amy Admire & Catherine Van Til with the Southwest Florida Homes Team of Coldwell Banker are happy to announce their membership in the Greater Fort Myers Chamber of Commerce, and they would like to invite you to celebrate with them. Join the team at their special ribbon-cutting event on July 29th from […]
By Alina Gonzalez-Dockery Do you believe to make a will is depressing or a sure ticket to planning one’s death? What if drafting your will or trust is the most certain way of living in the moment? This subject was part of the theme of season 3 finale of 9-1-1 Lone Star. In this episode, […]
By Rita Artwohl The Montage Women’s Club is a social and philanthropic club open to all women residing in Lee County. We meet on the fourth Thursday of each month at The Landings Yacht, Golf, and Tennis Club (community entry off McGregor Blvd between Cypress Lake Drive and College Pkwy). Meetings begin at 11:30 a.m. […]
By Kathryn Sisson Fine Folk Pizza has a new product on their menu, but not one that goes in your stomach. They are selling pizza themed blankets. 100% of the proceeds will go to the Because of Zane organization and scholarship fund. Because of Zane is an organization whose mission is to teach water safety […]
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