Practice becomes US Eye’s 18th location in Southwest Florida FORT MYERS, Fla. (June 14, 2021) – Johnson Eyecare in Fort Myers is integrating its practice with the US Eye model to enrich patient care and expand service offerings. The new partnership provides Johnson Eyecare patients with direct access to world-renowned surgeons, cutting-edge technology and additional service […]
What dads want for Father’s Day: Grills, drills and thrills
By Scott Hamblen Father’s Day arrives each year as temperatures rise and summer takes shape. Between schools letting out and vacation planning, though, Father’s Day often catches people off guard. Besides, dads aren’t the best when it comes to dropping hints about Father’s Day gifts. However, knowing what activities dad likes is the key to […]
Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner attorney, P.J. Scheiner, earn board certification in civil trial law, joining a select group across the state
FORT MYERS, Fla. (June 3, 2021) – Associates and Bruce L. Scheiner, Attorneys for the Injured, are pleased to announce that attorney Preston J. “P.J.” Scheiner recently earned board certification in Civil Trial Law from the Florida Bar. Board certification identifies lawyers with specialized knowledge, skills, and proficiency, as well as a reputation for professionalism and ethics. Scheiner is […]
Keep America Beautiful Releases Largest Study on Litter in America
Roadway litter down 54% since 2009, but still 50 billion pieces on the ground [Fort Myers, FL] (June 2, 2021) – Keep Lee County Beautiful, Inc. (KLCB) today reports that Keep America Beautiful® has announced the summary of its 2020 study on litter in America. Keep Lee County Beautiful is part of the national organization’s network of […]
School District Honors 2020 APPLES Mentor of the Year
The School District of Lee County is proud to honor Allison Delude-Kerner with the Second Annual APPLES Mentor of the Year award. Delude-Kerner is Peer Collaborative Teacher at Harns Marsh Middle School. APPLES mentors provide support to new and beginning teachers. “I think being a teacher is the best job in the world,” Delude-Kerner said […]
Jennifer Ortega Named 2021 New Teacher of the Year
Jennifer Ortega was surprised by Superintendent Dr. Greg Adkins this week with the 2021 New Teacher of the Year Award. Ortega teaches 7th grade reading at Lehigh Acres Middle School. “It was definitely a surprise. I’m a little bit embarrassed but in a good way,” Ortega said shortly after being presented her award. “I always wanted to […]
Environmental Art Contest Winners Announced
[Fort Myers, FL] (May 26, 2021) Keep Lee County Beautiful, Inc. (KLCB) is pleased to announce the winners in the 32nd annual “Leave The Scene Clean” Calendar Art Contest. The contest drew hundreds of entries from local students, representing public, private, and home schools in Lee County. Submitted work was judged on artistic execution and originality as […]
Here Come the Mummies Bring ‘The Reawakening Tour’
to Seminole Casino Hotel Oct. 22 IMMOKALEE, Fla. (May 25, 2021) – GOLD Entertainment presents the eight-piece funk-rock band Here Come the Mummies live in concert as part of “The Reawakening Tour” at Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee on Friday, Oct. 22 at 8 p.m. with doors opening at 7 p.m. Advance tickets are on sale now for $45 and are available by phone […]
Madisen’s Match Week raises nearly $30,000 for Golisano Children’s Hospital
Funds will help support the new neurosurgery program FORT MYERS, Fla. (May 21, 2021) – The Madisen’s Match charity tennis event served up a winner at its first online auction. The week-long event that featured exclusive auction items and interviews with international tennis stars raised nearly $30,000. The funds will support the new neurosurgery program at […]
How to Paint a Small Bedroom to Make it Look Larger
By Scott Hamblen The average bedroom, not counting master bedrooms, is about 120 to 140 square feet. Add a bed, dresser and nightstand, and space is at a premium. While homeowners can’t move walls, there are a few ways to make a small bedroom look and feel larger. The first step is to clean out […]