By: Dr. Veja Tillman, DVM Control of parasites is an important key to keeping your pets happy and healthy. Healthy pets may not show outward signs of a parasitic infection. For this reason, numerous pet health organizations recommend treatment for parasites be maintained year-round. Periodic diagnostic testing and examination by your veterinarian play a pivotal […]
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. […]
Submitted By: Rob Spicker The School District of Lee County is proud to announce it has received an Above and Beyond Silver level Aetna Workplace Well-being Award. The District has a strong commitment to improving employee health and features a comprehensive well-being strategy that employees are passionate about. The award is the culmination of the […]
By: Matt Cadwell Florida is unique in many ways from the rest of the nation and our tax system is one of the reasons many people choose to make this state their permanent home. Unlike many jurisdictions in America, voters here have the power to elect the individual responsible for valuing the real estate that […]
By: Katie Heck The battle is on! On September 10, firefighters from across Southwest Florida will have their heads shaved by Golisano Children’s Hospital patients battling cancer, all while engaging in a friendly competition to see who can raise the most funds for the cause. Support the Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District’s fundraising […]
By: Major Brenda Lane We at The Salvation Army Lehigh Service Center are concerned for the older population and families with young children in our community. We all know how terribly hot it is during these months. There are many of those we mentioned, living without Air Conditioning. The extreme heat that we experience here […]
By: Katie Heck It’s still hot! Even as we begin the school year it’s important to keep heat-related illnesses in mind. Heat-related illnesses happen when the body is not able to properly cool itself. This can cause damage to the brain and other vital organs. The CDC breaks down tips for preventing heat-related illness into […]
By: Sheriff Carmine Marceno Regrettably, the United States and nearby nations are struggling with catastrophic fires, earthquakes, and illness. Twelve U.S. states are battling 104 large fires that have already burned 2.4 million acres. A 7.2 magnitude earthquake has taken the lives of thousands of our neighbors in Haiti and well over one million island residents […]
By: Peter Servente Here at East Lee County News, we aim to funnel the best resources your way in efforts to combat COVID-19. From Lee Health: It is important to note that when trying to get a COVID test, do NOT VISIT THE EMERGENCY ROOM. This will only result in you being redirected to a […]
By: Liz Paul Please join us on Thursday, September 2nd at 11:30 am when our program will feature Angela Katz, Director of Development and Communications for the Lee Association Remarkable Citizens (LARC). Established in 1954, LARC is a training center for success for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Continental Women’s Club meetings are held […]
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