By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News Growth is nothing new in Lehigh Acres. We’ve been watching new homes, new storefronts, and new families arrive in waves for years now. But with all that growth has come a simple, pressing question: how do we make sure the people who live here actually have a […]
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News Alva is gearing up for a full calendar of fall events this October, with something for everyone—from yard sales and gospel music to family festivals and community gatherings. Mark your calendars and join in the fun. ANNUAL YARD & BAKE SALE – OCTOBER 4Kick off the month […]
By: James Kennedy | East Lee County News When Floridians argue about growth, the environment, or heritage, there’s one book that keeps resurfacing: Patrick Smith’s *A Land Remembered*. Published in 1984, it has quietly become the most influential book about Florida in the last half-century. This isn’t meant as hyperbole or nostalgia. Few novels manage […]
By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DVM | Just 4 Pets Veterinary Wellness Center Pet wellness is a lifelong journey that evolves with age, lifestyle, and health status. Whether you’re caring for a playful puppy, a curious adult cat, or a wise senior dog, understanding the essentials of wellness at every stage helps ensure a longer, healthier […]
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News Vista Surfaces has officially opened its doors at 4455 Cleveland Ave. #2 in Fort Myers, marking the occasion with a grand opening celebration on September 5, 2025. The event drew builders, designers, contractors, and local business leaders together for an evening of networking, live music, and a […]
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News Get ready for a powerhouse Halloween lineup as Tommy Lee Cook and The Buckingham Blues Band team up with arena-rock revivalists Maiden Cane for the inaugural Fall Fest at 2400 First Street. The celebration kicks off Friday, October 31, with gates opening at 5:30 PM. Festival-goers can […]
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News Peter’s Academy Offers Hope, Help, And A Hands-On Future For Families In the heart of North Fort Myers, something extraordinary is taking root—a fresh, faith-based approach to autism education that’s transforming lives one student, one family, and one farm chore at a time. Welcome to Peter’s Academy, […]
By: Amanda Cochran | Special to East Lee County News When people think of “old Florida” in Southwest Florida, small historic cow towns like Alva, Fort Denaud, and LaBelle often come to mind. These communities sit near the point where four counties—Hendry, Glades, Lee, and Charlotte—meet at what is known as the “quad-point.” For now, […]
By: Katrina Salokar | East Lee County News Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway recently made a massive $800 million investment in Lennar, with a smaller $191.5 million stake in D.R. Horton. Both are giants of the sprawl machine that’s remaking Florida’s landscape one subdivision at a time. Buffett isn’t a stranger to housing—Berkshire already owns Clayton […]
By: Concerned Citizens for Lee County | Special to East Lee County News Southwest Florida has been losing its natural defenses at an alarming rate. Between 1999 and 2023, Lee County lost 31% of its wetlands, and from 1996 to 2010, more than 90 square miles of wetlands and land cover vanished—far above the national […]
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