By: Mike Welch As our communities settle into our version of the winter season December calls to mind the past year and our personal reflections of 2023 with the blessings, challenges and transitions. It also affords us the time to look beyond the darkness of these time be it war, division, struggle or simply the […]
Dunkin’s Diamonds Donates $43,000 In Jewelry To Animal Refuge Center’s Starlight Auction
Submitted By: Betty Hughes The Animal Refuge Center is excited to announce the 29th Annual Starlight Auction will feature $43,000 in diamond jewelry generously donated by Dunkin’s Diamonds. Both items will be available for bid during the live auction fundraiser on Saturday, November 25th at the Sanibel Harbor Marriott Resort and Spa. “Dunkin’s Diamonds has […]
Keeping Pets Safe During Holiday Celebrations
Submitted By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DVM The Holidays can be a joyous time for the family. But it can be an extremely dangerous time for your pets. Cats with their curious nature and dogs with their strong sense of smell, cause them both to get into holiday decorations, food, drinks, and other folly. Nothing spoils […]
Continental Women’s Club
By: Liz Paul The Continental Women’s Club will hold its monthly luncheon meeting on Thursday, January 4th at 11:30 a.m. at The Hideaway Country Club. Our January program will feature a presentation by Haley Volcy, Membership and Community Outreach Organizer for The Alliance for the Arts. You are invited to attend and learn how […]
Montage Women’s Club
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 Club at Pelican Preserve, 9802 Pelican Preserve Blvd, Fort Myers 33913 (community entry off Treeline Avenue between Colonial Blvd and Daniels Pkwy). Activities […]
U.S. Coast Guard Sector St. Petersburg Recognizes Auxiliarist Of The Quarter
Submitted By: Daniel Eaton Fort Myers Beach Flotilla Member Receives Recognition Sector St. Petersburg stands as one of the Coast Guard’s largest commands, overseeing a vast area of responsibility that spans over 400 nautical miles along the west coast of Florida. It encompasses the third-largest U.S. port for domestic trade. The Port of Tampa, within […]
Lee County Mosquito Control District Review
Submitted By: Jenifer McBride An in-depth, independent review of the Lee County Mosquito Control District, (LCMCD), praised the district’s fiscal responsibility and successful work ensuring the safety of residents and visitors. Contracted by the state, the report prepared by the Florida-based Balmoral Group said LCMCD is “managing its resources in an efficient and effective manner.” […]
Avoid Tapping Into Retirement Savings Early
Submitted By: Michael R. Meunier If you want to make a big purchase, such as a new car or a piece of property, or you were faced with a large, unexpected expense, such as a major home or auto repair, would you have the funds readily available? If not, you might look at what may […]
The Roar -December 2023 Issue
Lehigh Acres Fire Control And Rescue Hosts Food Drive
By: Katie Heck The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District is holding a holiday food drive to benefit local families in our community. All donations collected will be delivered to Lehigh Community Services in time to help families keep food on their tables during the holiday season. Collection boxes are in the lobbies of […]
