By Representative Spencer Roach Today, Representative Spencer Roach filed HB 945 to eliminate the skyrocketing out-of-pocket costs for childcare currently shouldered by foster parents in the state of Florida. Despite state vouchers that cover a portion of the cost for early learning, there is often a significant difference between what the voucher pays and what […]
By Mike Welch The first quarter of the New Year will see the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Gala with new additions to the program. THE SHINING STARS AWARDS In addition to honoring our area teachers as our community’s shining stars, the Chamber also honors our firefighters/EMS personnel as well as member so law enforcement of […]
By Susan Bennett A $500,000 challenge grant has been awarded to Valerie’s House as the cornerstone of a $3 million capital campaign to help the non-profit organization build a permanent home and expand grief support services for children. The challenge grant was awarded by philanthropists David and Linda Lucas, who have been long-time supporters of […]
By Holly Boldrin Members and visitors of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Center will get a fresh interactive experience with the newly renovated Susan and William Dalton Discovery Center, now open to the public. The Dalton Discovery Center, which originally opened in 2012, is an interactive learning center featuring live animals and exhibits that […]
By Courtney Barr Next month’s roster of activities at Lakes Regional Library offers topics for all ages. The following activities are free to the public: English Café: 6p.m. Mondays, Jan. 10, 24, 31. Free informal, conversation sessions for adult ESOL/ESL students. Elvis Presley’s 87th Birthday Bash: 2p.m. Saturday, Jan. 8 Join performer Dave Deluca for […]
By Colleen Jorgensen The board of directors of SWFL Tech (SWFRTP) has selected new officers. Wendi Fowler with Beacon Life Tech is president; Terry Dirr with Data2Logistics is treasurer; and Colleen Jorgensen, AT&T is secretary. Chairperson of Technology Leadership is Warren Baucom with Economic Development Office of Lee County. Additional board members include Dr. Huzefa […]
By Jessica Walker The Children’s Advocacy Center (CAC) of SWFL hosted its 40th Anniversary event on Saturday December 4, 2021 to celebrate this significant milestone. Thanks to sponsorships and auction items, the agency raised over $100,000 that will provide continual support of the services necessary to assist children in healing from abuse and neglect. The […]
By Dr. Veja Tillman, DVM There is a bridge connecting Heaven and Earth. It is called the Rainbow Bridge because of all its beautiful colors. Just this side of the Rainbow Bridge there is a land of meadows, hills and valleys with lush green grass. When a beloved pet dies, the pet goes to this […]
By Emily Golden Photo: Donors and volunteers celebrate with homeowner Phyllis Puett.jpg A Fort Myers woman in need received the heartwarming gift of home improvements just in time for the holidays. Lee BIA Builders Care and Lennar partnered to complete a home improvement project for Phyllis Puett, an 84-year-old Fort Myers resident, all at no […]
By Butch Swank Listen, I want to lead off with something everyone feels. Regardless of its cause, we are living in a very fractured society. Guess what? We live in the greatest country in the history of the Earth and are by no means powerless to fix that. I feel the best way back begins […]
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